Admission Requirements for Graduate Programs at Seton Hall University

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Ph.D., Counseling Psychology

The Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program admits students at both the post-bachelors and post-masters levels. Admission to the program is competitive. Application documentation should be submitted online.

Admission decisions are based on the materials listed below, in addition to a personal interview for a small group of applicants. The program also focuses on students who have demonstrated interests in both research and practice.

Additional Required Documents:

1. A complete graduate application form (completed online).

2. Official copies of all previous undergraduate and graduate transcripts.

3.Official scores from the GRE is not required for the Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program at Seton Hall University.

4. Three letters of reference from former teachers, professional colleagues or supervisors.

5. Curriculum Vitae.

6. A personal statement conveying applicant's career goals and research interests.

7. A sample of work that demonstrates applicant's ability to perform at the doctoral level. Applicants who believe their standardized test scores are not representative of their true potential are particularly encouraged to submit work samples.

8. $75 application fee.

Application Deadline for Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program at Seton Hall University's admission is December 1st.

MLS - Privacy Law and Cyber Security: GRE not required.

Admission Requirements for MLS - Privacy Law and Cyber Security:

  • Transcripts
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Resume
  • GRE scores are not required.

Online Law Degree or Certificate Programs

Seton Hall Law's Master of Science in Jurisprudence (MSJ or MS) program admission requirements are:

1.A completed and signed Application for Admission.

2.Personal statement.

3.A nonrefundable application fee of $65.

4.A current Credential Assembly Service (CAS) file consisting of a recent LSAT score (taken within the last five years) and all academic transcripts.

5.A current letter of recommendation.

6.GRE scores are required.

Online Master of Science in Accounting: NO GRE required.

Admission Requirements for Online Master of Science in Accounting:

  • Overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 
  • Official transcripts from each institution attended.
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • One letter of recommendation from a colleague or faculty member
  • GMAT/GRE Exam Scores (optional)

Admission Requirements for Online M.B.A. Marketing Concentration:

  • Overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 
  • Official transcripts from each institution attended.
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • One letter of recommendation from a colleague or faculty member
  • GMAT/GRE Exam Scores are optional.

M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy - No GRE

Admission requirements for the M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy program are

  • GRE scores are not required.
  • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Personal Statement
  • $75 application fee