Wisconsin School Counseling Degree Programs

AKA: Wisconsin School Counseling Degree Programs

Wisconsin School Counseling Degree Programs Ranked and Sorted
School Counselor Certification

by School Counselor Certification Staff

Updated: November 1st, 2024

School Counselor Certification has analyzed data from 13 schools who offer degree programs in the field of school counseling.

While school counselors in Wisconsin average $71,584 (Bureau of Labor Statistics - 2023) and salaries are projected to grow 8.8% from 2022 to 2032, you may feel any school will do. However, assessing your options is always worthwhile.

Filter Wisconsin’s schools offering programs in school/guidance counseling by type of university and rank by institution statistics such as tuition, admission rate, graduation rate and SAT scores.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a School Counseling Program in Wisconsin

When selecting a school counseling program in Wisconsin, future students should consider the following aspects:

  1. Accreditation: Ensure the program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP). This accreditation signifies that the program meets high-quality standards for counselor education.
  2. Program Focus: Determine if the program aligns with your career goals. Some programs may specialize in areas such as elementary, middle, or high school counseling, while others may offer broader training.
  3. Field Placement Opportunities: Look for programs that provide ample field placement opportunities in various school settings. These experiences are crucial for gaining practical skills and understanding the realities of school counseling.
  4. Faculty Expertise: Research the faculty’s qualifications and experience in the field of school counseling. Experienced and knowledgeable faculty can provide valuable guidance and mentorship.
  5. Program Outcomes: Consider the program’s success rate in placing graduates in school counseling positions. Look for data on employment rates and job satisfaction.
  6. Cost and Financial Aid: Evaluate the tuition costs and available financial aid options. Compare the overall cost of the program with the potential salary and benefits of a school counselor.
  7. Program Location: If location is important to you, consider the geographic location of the program and the availability of job opportunities in your desired region.
  8. Program Philosophy and Approach: Research the program’s philosophy and approach to school counseling. Some programs may emphasize specific counseling theories or methodologies.
  9. Student Support Services: Inquire about the support services available to students, such as academic advising, career counseling, and mental health resources.
  10. Program Culture and Community: Consider the overall culture and community of the program. Visit the campus, talk to current students, and attend information sessions to get a sense of the program’s atmosphere.

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Data Source:

Dept. of Education - 2025

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Type of Institution

Program Fields (and degrees offered)

School Counseling Universities/Colleges in Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin-OshkoshOshkosh, WI 1st for In-State Tuition $7,795 IN-STATE TUITION $15,368 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$38,389
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

7,812

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

57.23%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,795

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,368

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$14,899

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

88.52%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-PlattevillePlatteville, WI 2nd for In-State Tuition $7,862 IN-STATE TUITION $16,800 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

5,920

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

57.9%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,862

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,800

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$15,049

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

85.43%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-WhitewaterWhitewater, WI 3rd for In-State Tuition $7,864 IN-STATE TUITION $17,039 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$39,425

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

8,893

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

63.38%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$7,864

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,039

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$14,648

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

82.38%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-River FallsRiver Falls, WI 4th for In-State Tuition $8,135 IN-STATE TUITION $16,128 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$47,526

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

4,327

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

59.22%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,135

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,128

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$13,581

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

84.48%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-SuperiorSuperior, WI 5th for In-State Tuition $8,167 IN-STATE TUITION $15,740 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$45,848

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

2,021

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

44.17%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$8,167

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,740

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$13,370

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

95.6%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-La CrosseLa Crosse, WI 6th for In-State Tuition $9,232 IN-STATE TUITION $18,051 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

9,137

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

71.69%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,232

Out-of-State Tuition:

$18,051

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$15,217

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

74.25%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMilwaukee, WI 7th for In-State Tuition $9,620 IN-STATE TUITION $21,485 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

17,076

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

49.5%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,620

Out-of-State Tuition:

$21,485

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$16,427

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

86.32%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Wisconsin-StoutMenomonie, WI 8th for In-State Tuition $9,663 IN-STATE TUITION $17,930 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$45,283

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

6,176

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

62.15%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,663

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,930

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$16,384

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

86.31%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Lakeland UniversityPlymouth, WI 9th for In-State Tuition $31,786 IN-STATE TUITION $31,786 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$42,309
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

1,281

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

46.88%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$31,786

Out-of-State Tuition:

$31,786

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$21,577

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

99.51%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Concordia University-WisconsinMequon, WI 10th for In-State Tuition $33,062 IN-STATE TUITION $33,062 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$43,786
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

2,556

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

62.5%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$33,062

Out-of-State Tuition:

$33,062

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$26,048

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

70.37%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Mount Mary UniversityMilwaukee, WI 11th for In-State Tuition $33,390 IN-STATE TUITION $33,390 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

640

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

51.95%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$33,390

Out-of-State Tuition:

$33,390

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$22,329

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

69.45%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

511

Average SAT Math Score:

484

Carthage CollegeKenosha, WI 12th for In-State Tuition $34,500 IN-STATE TUITION $34,500 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

2,541

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

63.07%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$34,500

Out-of-State Tuition:

$34,500

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$26,257

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

81.83%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

540

Marquette UniversityMilwaukee, WI 13th for In-State Tuition $46,670 IN-STATE TUITION $46,670 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Program fields may include:

  • Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

7,290

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

83.71%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$46,670

Out-of-State Tuition:

$46,670

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$28,637

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

87.21%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

635

Average SAT Math Score:

635