by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how WMU ranks among other schools offering degrees in student counseling.
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The bachelor's program at WMU was ranked #42 on College Factual's Best Schools for student counseling list.
In 2022, 39 students received their master’s degree in student counseling from WMU. This makes it the #90 most popular school for student counseling master’s degree candidates in the country.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at WMU paid an average of $792 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $633 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,198 | $18,998 |
| Fees | $100 | $100 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,128 | $1,128 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,713 | $11,713 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,631 | $2,631 |
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WMU does not offer an online option for its student counseling bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the WMU Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's student counseling program at WMU make a median salary of $47,120. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $49,734.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 29 students earned a master's degree in student counseling from WMU. About 86% of these graduates were women and the other 14% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 79% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a master's in student counseling.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the student counseling majors at Western Michigan University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 170 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 106 |
| Special Education | 75 |
| Teaching English or French | 41 |
| Educational Administration | 37 |
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