Western Theological Seminary

Apply for the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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What to expect when you apply

Have questions about the application or process?
Click the button to fill out the form or email us at admissions@westernsem.edu.

Step 1

Create an account

When you click on "Start Application" you will be promoted to create an account.

This is the information you will use to log back in to complete your application and check your application status.

Step 2

Fill out the online application.

Using the online application you will fill out information about you, your academic history and your goals within the counseling program.

Step 3

Upload requested materials

As part of your application you will be asked to provide:

A recent photo
Your spiritual autobiography
Essay response questions

Step 4

Request additional materials

As part of your application you will need

Two references to fill out recommendation forms
Transcripts for all previous institutions
A statement of church membership

Step 5

Submit application

An application fee of $50 is due upon submission.

You may be invited to attend a preview day after your application has been submitted.

Step 6

Attend a Program Overview Session & Group Interview

All CMHC applicants must attend a program overview session and participate in a group interview. This can be completed either in-person or online.

Contact Admissions for Spring 2025 Dates:

admissions@westernseme.edu

Step 7

Complete the psychological assessment online & schedule Individual Interview

After you complete the psychological assessment you will be able to schedule an individual 30 minute admissions interview with program faculty.

Step 8

Admission Decision Released

The admissions decision will be sent to you via the email you use for your application and via mail. Decisions for early action applicants will be released in April.

After April, decisions will be sent on a rolling basis.

Note: all admitted students will undergo a background check.

Have additional questions?

Click the button below to learn more about what makes the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Western Theological Seminary unique.

Have questions about the application or process?
Contact the admissions office:

616.392.9993

admissions@westernsem.edu.

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Important Dates

March 15

Apply by March 15 to participate in the next Preview Day

March 21

Upcoming Preview Day

June 1

Apply by June 1 to be eligible for the fall term

August 19

Orientation for incoming CMHC students

Western Theological Semiary

101 E 13th Street, Holland MI 49423 616.392.9973

admissons@westernsem.edu