You will experience the Gonzaga University School Counseling M.A. program alongside a close-knit cohort of other aspiring school counselors. You’ll move through the program with the same group of approximately 10 students, fostering a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and supportive learning environment. This cohort model allows students to grow together; teaching one another, learning from diverse perspectives, and offering consistent encouragement throughout the journey. Each cohort begins in the Fall and becomes a learning community where strong friendships and lasting professional networks naturally develop. The small cohort experience promotes deeper engagement in coursework, increased accountability, and opportunities for mentorship and leadership. Our graduates often describe the cohort model as one of the most rewarding aspects of the program, providing not only academic support but also emotional resilience and a sense of belonging that extends well beyond graduation.
