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Master of Science - Counseling - Clinical Mental Health

Austin Peay State University

Clarksville Campus — Clarksville, Tennessee, United States

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
May 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 24,222
Application Fee
USD 55
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration prepares students to work in a variety of community agency settings and/or eventual private practice. Specific types of settings may include outpatient mental health and substance abuse centers, individual and family services, in-patient treatment and hospital settings, residential mental health and substance abuse facilities, prisons and juvenile detention centers, and employee assistance programs. Mental health counselors provide treatment to individuals, families, couples, and groups. Counselors can also choose to specialize and work with specific groups such as older adults, college students, children, or veterans. Mental health counselors treat clients with a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, stress, and suicidal impulses. They also help with mental and emotional health concerns and relationship difficulties. While students in this program come from a variety of educational backgrounds, many students have a background in psychology, sociology, or social work. Other qualities that can benefit students interested in school counseling include analytical skills, compassion, interpersonal skills, listening skills, and speaking skills. Faculty in the Counseling program have a variety of areas of research interest and clinical expertise including diverse populations and cultural competency, mental health and wellness in African American communities, African American students in the school setting, school counseling, LGBTQ+ mental health and wellness, trauma counseling, play therapy, expressive arts in therapy, and child and adolescent counseling.
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Field of study
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Credential
Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 24,222
Application fee
USD 55
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

Institution fees are paid according to the institution's instructions. Any Eagle Link service fee is shown on an Eagle Link invoice before payment. See our Payments Policy.

Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
May 2027, May 2028, May 2029
Application deadline
1 April 2027
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Clarksville Campus

Clarksville, Tennessee, United States

601 College Street

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

Austin Peay State University occupies a site that has served the cultural and educational needs of the Clarksville-Montgomery County area for more than 200 years. Clarksville is the state’s fifth-largest city and is home to Tennessee’s youngest population. The school is named after former Tennessee Gov. Austin Peay, a Clarksville native. Austin Peay is a four-year public, doctoral-level university. Located just 45 minutes from Nashville in downtown Clarksville, Tenn., Austin Peay's main campus is home to programs offering associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. Why Austin Peay...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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