The doctoral program in Counseling Psychology at MSU has been fully accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1977. The program is part of the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education (CEPSE) in the College of Education.  The fundamental goal of this program is to train highly skilled professionals who are proficient in applying counseling and research skills to the advancement of human welfare. The focus of training is on acquiring a core of psychological knowledge and developing a broad range of professional skills that are applicable to diverse settings and client populations.  

Michigan State University is located in the city of East Lansing, right next door to Lansing, the capital of Michigan. The area offers a nice blend of "small-town feel" with "big-city" resources and activities. Be sure to follow the MSU, East Lansing, and Lansing links to learn more about the area. All three links contain information about local attractions, arts and entertainment, living in the area, and plenty of photos. You might also want to visit the local newspaper's web site for current events (The Lansing State Journal). For current news on the MSU campus, check out the student paper, The State News. Feel free to contact faculty or students via e-mail for their perspectives on living and working in mid-Michigan.