Application Information
Program Prerequisites
This program is open to students with a bachelor's degree in any field with an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. However, we highly encourage motivated students with a GPA less than 3.0 to contact us to discuss the application process.
Application Guidelines
You will be asked to provide the following information:
1. The names and email addresses of two (2) recommenders who will provide professional letters of recommendation, speaking to:
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- your ability to perform in a graduate program
- your experience in relevant fields
- or your ability to work in a helping profession
2. A three-page (3-page) essay addressing:
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- Your motivation for entering the field of addiction counseling
- Your commitment to finishing the graduate program
- Your professional aspirations (what do you want to do as an addiction counselor)
Your essay can be uploaded to the graduate application when prompted.
3. Send transcripts to the
Graduate School
Montana State University
PO Box 172580
Bozeman, MT 59717-2580
Application Submission Deadline
- April 24 for Fall or Summer semester start
- October 20 for Spring semester start
Following Submission of Application
After your application is complete, the reviewers will schedule an online video interview with selected applicants. Following the review of both the required paperwork and interview, students will be notified via e-mail of acceptance into the program.
