Addiction Counseling Certificate

Admissions Process

Domestic/International Classified Admissions

1. Submit online application. You will select Addictions Counseling as your major and Online Education as your campus
2. Statement of Purpose
3. Three letters of recommendation
   • You will be asked to submit three names and three email addresses of individuals you are using as references. Once you click submit, these individuals will be sent an email from MSU, which will provide a link to an online form for completing their recommendations.
4. TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international students.
5. One official transcript showing a bachelor’s degree or progress toward a degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in your native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)
6. One official transcript showing ALL work after a bachelor’s degree. (For international students, please submit a copy in your native language along with translated copies, if appropriate.)
   • Electronic transcripts should be sent to: gradapps@grad.msstate.edu Mississippi State University, Graduate School. Only one copy of an electronic transcript is required.
   • Paper Transcripts Address (USPS):
     Mississippi State University
     The Office of the Graduate School
     P.O. Box G
     Mississippi State, MS 39762
   • Physical Street Address (for DHL, Fed Ex, UPS, DHS, etc.):
     Mississippi State University
     The Office of the Graduate School
     175 President Circle
     116 Allen Hall
     Mississippi State, MS 39762
7. Payment of $60 non-refundable application processing fee for domestic students. Payment of $80 non-refundable application processing fee for international students.
8. Once admitted, you will receive an email with complete instructions on registering for classes and contacting your advisor.