Master of Arts in Art Therapy & Counseling Online 

1. Provide evidence of baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a United States accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission status. The cumulative grade point average is computed on the highest degree held at the time of application.

2. Request the official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate academic credits received to be sent directly to Edgewood College.

• Pre-requisite courses include:

18 credits in studio arts in both two and three-dimensional media. (12 credits must be completed before admittance; up to 6 credits can be completed during the first year of study) Preferred courses:

• • • Drawing
    • Painting
    • Sculpture
    • Ceramics
    • Photography
    • Digital Arts

12 credits in psychology or closely related fields. (6 credits must be completed before admittance; up to 6 credits can be completed during the first year of study.) Required courses:

• • • General or introduction to psychology
    • Developmental Psychology through the Lifespan
    • Abnormal Psychology or Psychopathology
    • Any other psychologically related course: Social, educational, neurological

3. Complete and submit graduate application.
4. The names and email addresses of three professional references will need to be listed on the Graduate Application. One of these references must be an educator, one of these references must be familiar with work or volunteer history, and the third can be from any character reference who is not immediate family.
5. A 300 – 500-word essay in APA style indicating motivations and professional goals for pursuing a graduate degree in art therapy. The written statement should include:

• Interests and motivations for wanting to become an art therapist
• Ability to succeed in graduate school
• What life, education, and/or work experiences have prepared you in providing basic human service.

6. Professional Resume
7. Documentation of 100 hours of work or volunteer hours in a human service venue.
8. Art Portfolio demonstrating both two and three-dimensional works (12-15 pieces). A video presentation explaining engagement with the media is preferred.
9. An interview is required for admittance. The interview can take place at any time during the application process. Interviews can be in person and include a tour of campus (preferred); or virtually.