The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a leading institution in the Midwest, dedicated to providing a comprehensive and transformative educational experience. Situated in the heart of Nebraska, UNK is known for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a supportive community that encourages intellectual growth. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in their chosen fields.

UNK stands out for its emphasis on personalized education, ensuring that students receive individual attention from experienced faculty members. The campus provides a dynamic environment with state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities for research and hands-on learning. Beyond academics, UNK promotes a vibrant campus life, encouraging students to engage in extracurricular activities, leadership development, and community service. With a focus on preparing students for the challenges of the future, the University of Nebraska at Kearney is a hub of innovation and academic excellence in the heart of the Great Plains.

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This blended program prepares you for school counseling careers where you will work directly with students as a support system for both academic guidance and preventive or responsive services. Through the program, you will gain an understanding of guidance curriculums, individual student planning, special population needs, ethics and policies in school counseling, and intervention techniques for counseling positions in elementary or secondary school settings. The UNK School Counseling Master of Science in Education (Elementary PK-8; Secondary 7-12) Degree program prepares graduates to be an important part of the educational leadership team and to provide valuable assistance to students. The Nebraska Department of Education Rule 24 provides a non- teacher pathway allowing professionals with any undergraduate degree (no longer limited to teacher education majors) to become school counselors by taking 12 graduate credit hours of online, teacher educator field-based training in addition to completing a master’s degree in School Counseling. Show less