Counseling@Northwestern Program Data
Counseling@Northwestern invites students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, united by a common goal: to develop as mental health professionals and support their communities in reaching mental well-being.
This program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) It is conducted both on campus and online, giving students from across the country the tools they need to build successful careers as counselors. The following data reflect all students enrolled in the program for the 2024–25 academic year.
Graduation Rates
- Online site: 277 graduates
- On-campus site: 37 graduates
- Total: 314 graduates
Pass Rate on the National Counselor Exam
- Online site: 98%
- On-campus site: 100%
- Program total: 99%
Completion Rate of Students Enrolled
- Online site: 86%
- On-campus site: 95%
- Program total: 87%
Job Placement Rates Six Months Post-Graduation
- Online site: 80%
- On-campus site: 90%
- Program total: 85%
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