Counseling@NYU Class Profile
Counseling@NYU students are a diverse group of aspiring counselors dedicated to helping children and adults achieve mental wellness and success. Located across the United States, our students bring a range of perspectives and experiences to the online classroom.
The following Counseling@NYU class profile reflects all students enrolled in the school counseling and mental health counseling master’s programs as of January 2018.
At a Glance
280
total students
85%
female
15%
male
Academic and Professional Backgrounds
All Counseling@NYU students are high achievers. Some have a counseling or psychology background, and others are starting their education in the field.
3.09
average undergraduate GPA
Common undergraduate majors:
- Psychology
- Education
- Communications
- English
- Social work
- Biology
159 students
are starting a career in counseling
72 students
are continuing their career in counseling
Demographics
The aspiring counselors in our program represent many cultures and ethnicities, and their diverse viewpoints enrich their classmates’ learning.
Ethnicities
- White: 39%
- Hispanic: 26%
- Black: 24%
- Asian: 6%
- No response: 3%
- Multiethnic: 2%
Geographic Locations
Our students attend classes from 26 states and Washington, DC, enabling them to network with counseling professionals nationwide.
