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Admission Requirements
- Graduate School application and $40 fee
- Submission of all postsecondary academic transcripts
- Successful completion of a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment in one of the following:
- Art Studio
- Art Education
- Psychology
- A related field
- Minimum GPA of 2.50
- International Applicants: Proof of English Proficiency, minimum requirements are TOEFL (79), IELTS (6.5) or equivalent
- 12-15 digital images of personal artwork
- Statement of Intent (300-500 words) that answers the below prompts. Cite your sources using an APA referencing format.
- What experiences led you to pursue a degree in art therapy counseling
- After reflecting on SIUE's art therapy counseling program's mission statement, discuss how you understand the term systemic oppression within mental health and wellness. Describe what you have learned about the interplay of your own values, biases, and prejudices. These might be personal obstacles you have had to overcome and/or personal advantages that have helped you get ahead. How will these values and experiences guide you in becoming an art therapist?
- Three letters of recommendation from professional or academic references (there is no set form)
- Resume
- Personal and group interviews with faculty are also required after application materials have been received
Program application materials may be uploaded during the application process, but official transcripts must be sent directly from the school attended and test scores must be verifiable with the appropriate testing service. Please contact the Graduate Admissions Office with questions regarding the application submission process at graduateadmissions@siue.edu.
Review the SIUE Admission Policy for more information.
Prospective students must show evidence of having completed the following prior to admission to the program:
- 12 hours of art studio or demonstrated proficiency in two- and three-dimensional art media techniques and processes
- Minimum of 9 hours of psychology, including developmental and abnormal psychology, as well as psychological statistics. Statistics in a related social or health field may be considered
Applicants with deficiencies will be required to take prerequisite coursework before admission to the program.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the following fall admission is January 15.
