91èÏÈÉú and the School of Counselor Education welcome your application for admission into our online 60-credit hour Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision (CE&S) program.
Our program is CACREP-accredited and competitive, as we admit only cohorts of 12 students or fewer. The current tuition and fee rate for this program for 2026-2027 is $664.80 per credit hour plus any additional student fees and books. Fees do not include expenses related to travel and required on-campus attendance.
Requirements for Admission Include:
- Regionally or nationally accredited Master’s degree* in counseling or a closely related field**
- 3.0 GPA or higher for Master’s degree
- Attend interviews, orientations, and residencies as outlined
*91èÏÈÉú who are finishing a Master’s degree in counseling or a closely related field can apply if the master’s degree will be completed before the start of the doctoral program.
**During the admissions process, students’ curricular experiences are evaluated to verify completion of coursework, including CACREP entry-level foundational curricular standards, CACREP entry-level professional practice standards, and CACREP entry-level specialized practice area requirements so that any missing content can be completed before or concurrently with doctoral-level counselor education coursework.
Preferences for Admission Include:
- Master’s degree in counseling from a
- Two or more years of post-master’s counseling experience
- Current independent clinical license or certification in their state of practice
Information and Deadlines for Fall 2027 Cohort:
The CE&S program utilizes a cohort model, which begins every Fall semester. The following timeline for the Fall 2027 admission cycle is as follows, with some exact dates TBD:
- June 1, 2026: Fall 2027 application opens
- November 1, 2026: Deadline for all application materials to be submitted
- December 2026: Interview status updates distributed via email
- February 3 & 4, 2027: Required in-person interviews at Adams State in Alamosa, Colorado
- March 2027: Admission decision notifications distributed
- May 5 & 6, 2027: Required in-person new student orientation at Adams State in Alamosa, Colorado
- August 23, 2027: Fall 2027 semester starts
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In addition to the application deadlines for the doctoral program, separate deadlines exist for financial aid/student loans:
Virtual Open House Events
Our School of Counselor Education offered two Virtual Open Houses via Zoom in September. We’re sorry we missed you at one of our events. We’ve included the presentation slides from the event so you can review information about our program, admissions requirements, and what you can expect as a student.
If you have any questions after reviewing the slides, please reach out to us.
We hope to connect with you soon and help you determine whether the School of Counselor Education is a good fit for your goals.
Required Admission Documents
A candidate who is interested in enrolling at 91èÏÈÉú to pursue a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision must:
1. Complete the Fall 2027
2. $45 non-refundable application fee at time of application submission
3. Supplemental admission documents. These documents include:
Letter of Intent
The School of Counselor Education does not require Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) test scores for applicants. In lieu of the GRE, applicants’ Letters of Intent will be reviewed and considered as a writing sample to demonstrate written communication skills and potential aptitude for academic writing. The Letter of Intent should address the following six questions specifically within 3-4 pages uploaded after application submission in the Workday application portal. The letter of intent needs to be double-spaced; no title page is required.Â
1. Why are you pursuing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision at 91èÏÈÉú?
2. What professional experiences do you have related to the counseling profession?
3. What personal and professional dispositions are essential for future counselor educators and supervisors?
4. What experiences do you have regarding scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy?
5. Describe your commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
6. Describe your professional plans with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, post-graduation.
The admission committee will consider several factors when making admission decisions. This decision will include at a minimum: (a) academic aptitude for doctoral-level study consistent with program delivery type; (b) previous or current professional experience; (c) professional dispositions consistent with professional practice; (d) oral and written communication skills; (e) commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice; (f) potential for scholarship; and (g) potential for professional leadership and advocacy.
Two (2) Reference Request Forms
Forms need to be from associates who can attest to the applicant’s academic aptitude for doctoral-level study, professional experiences, personal and professional dispositions, oral and written communication skills, commitment to diversity, and potential for scholarship, leadership, and advocacy. Recommenders will receive an automatic email to complete the letter of recommendation electronic form. Please have recommenders’ first and last names, and email addresses available at the time of application submission.
Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Uploaded after application submission in the Workday application portal.
4. Send ALL official transcripts from previously attended institutions
Transcripts from Adams State need not be requested. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. International transcripts must be evaluated by an approved international credential evaluator. Please have all official transcripts sent directly from the institutions to:
graduatestudies@adams.edu  (for electronic official transcripts)
OR
91èÏÈÉú
Office of Graduate Studies
208 Edgemont Blvd., Suite 2300
Alamosa, CO 81101
Note:
- Additional information may be requested by the School of Counselor Education before an admissions decision can be determined.
- Admission is not possible at this time for international students.
