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Marriage and Family Therapy: Master of Arts (MA)

Graduate Program
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Application Deadlines

Fall Admission
February 1

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Application Requirements

Entrance exam: Not required

Application requirements vary by program. Learn more

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Location

On campus

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Completion Time

2 years (full time)

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Help mend familial bonds.

Learn to help couples and families examine their conflicts and work to repair the bonds they hold so dearly with the Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy program at App State. Through listening, discussing and advising, you could help others find ways to make their relationships and families thrive.

You’ll graduate from our program with a depth of knowledge and skill to competently practice as a relational systemic professional serving diverse communities in a variety of settings, including private practices, nonprofit agencies, residential treatment programs, schools and hospitals.

Professional Licensure

This is a program that can lead to licensure or certification in North Carolina. Appalachian State University cannot confirm whether this program will meet the requirements for professional licensure in other states or territories.

If this applies to you, check the Professional Licensure webpage for information on licensure requirements and licensing agencies in other states. Or, you may address questions to State Authorization at App State at [email protected] or 828-262-7559.

  • Department of Counseling, Family Therapy and Higher Education

  • Reich College of Education

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The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and the Southeast for 2025.

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U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top 3 university for innovation for 8 consecutive years.

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Forbes magazine ranked App State among “America’s Top Colleges” for 2024–25.

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Concentrations and Courses

    • Marriage and Family Therapy

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

Careers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

  • Community mental health agencies
  • Residential mental health facilities
  • Private practice
  • Mental health administration
  • Hospitals

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App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

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International Experience

Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more

Professional Development

Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more

Graduate Assistantships

Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more

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Program Contact

Dr. Tatjana Farley
Program Director
[email protected]
828-262-2231

Department of Counseling, Family Therapy and Higher Education

Reich College of Education

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