The following is an admissions requirement checklist for the CEP 
Counseling Psychologist program. Please be aware that
applications are accepted only once per year, with a
deadline of January 7th in order to be
considered for Fall enrollment.

Use the links provided below or the menu to the right to access NMSU
webpages that contain crucial information regarding admission to the
Graduate School (a requirement), and for other important details.

The items below should be submitted directly to:

The Graduate School
MSC 3G
New Mexico State University
P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001

Telephone: (505) 646-2736

1. Application for Admission and admission fee
   (see the Graduate School homepage)

2. Original transcripts (two) from previous higher education

3. Official GRE scores
   (Verbal & Quantitative scores on the GRE taken within the last 5 years;
   see the GRE Website for reporting procedures)
   NOTE: There is no required minimum GRE Aptitude score for admission
   to the doctoral program, though low scores may result in recommendations
   for remedial work

The items below should be submitted directly to the Director of Training:

Department of Counseling & Educational Psychology
MSC 3CEP
New Mexico State University
P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001

Telephone: (505) 646-2121

1. A Vita

2. Letter of Intent, requesting admission to the CEP doctoral program
   (Note: This letter should be autobiographical, including an explanation of the
   way in which the CEP program will meet your professional goals)

3. Three Letters of Recommendation from previous faculty and supervisors
   concerning your ability to complete doctoral-level work
   (Note: The required Letter of Recommendation form is provided in the Doctoral
   Program information packet, available at the address above or download from
   the link on the doctoral program main page, here)

4. Applications may be strengthened by submitting additional evidence of aptitude
   for graduate study
   (Examples: Publication reprints, grant proposals, relevant work
   samples, additional support letters)

5. An interview (preferably on-campus) will be required of finalists, including
   individual and group formats
   (Note: Under some circumstances interviews may be conducted by telephone)

Non-objective admissions criteria are weighted as follows:

Letter of Intent	High
Letters of Recommendation	High
Previous Research Experience	High
Extracurricular Activities	Medium
Related Public Service	Medium
Teaching Experience	Medium
Counseling Experience	Medium

Recruitment of Culturally Diverse Applicants

NMSU is committed to increasing the enrollment and professional representation
of culturally diverse students. A wide variety of cultures, nationalities, and ethnic
groups are represented at NMSU; minority students make up one-third of the
student body. Faculty and staff value the university's diverse student population
and strive to promote both academic and personal growth in every student.

Foreign Student Applicants

Applicants from other countries or non-citizen applicants living in the US are
required to first apply to the Foreign Student Admission Program of NMSU.
The required form, "International Applications for Admission," may be obtained
from the following office:

Center for International Programs
MSC 3567
New Mexico State University
P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001

Telephone: (505) 646-2017

Students for whom English is not their native language are required to submit
an official score for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of 500
or above, and a score on the test of Spoken English.

Financial Aid

To be considered for the financial aid available through the department, an
Application for Financial Aid must be forwarded to the Director of Training. This
form is available in the Doctoral Program information packet, available at the CEP
department address at the top of the page (or download from the link on the
doctoral program main page, here). An explanation of available aid through the
department, and certain applicable restrictions, are included in the
information packet.

It is strongly advised that applicants file a Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA), available at NMSU's Financial Aid Office (and at most
college or university financial aid offices). This application will determine
eligibility and aid availability. It is important to apply for financial aid as soon
as possible after January 1st and before March 1st to increase the likelihood
of available funds.

Additional NMSU financial aid information is available online, at the
Office of Student Financial Assistance homepage.

Further information regarding NMSU and CEP department facilities, campus
and community life, and other facts are available within the Doctoral Program
information packet. The department is housed in the College of Education,
Suite 205, O'Donnell Hall. Any questions should be answered in the
information packet, or through the links provided on the NMSU Links page
(accessible using the menu above). Please e-mail the Training Director if you
have any further questions.