Need help?

Call us at (361) 593-3352 or (361) 593-2430

 

Looking for the following Information?  Scroll down below. 

1. Application Process
2. Admission Status
3. After Acceptance
4. Transfer Credits
5. Important Dates
6. Practicum
7. CPCE/Comprehensive Exam
8. Degree Planning
9. Course Load & Overload
10. Key Contacts
11. Graduation
12. Returning Students

 

1. Application Process

How do I apply and what happens after I submit my application?

• Apply at: ApplyTexas
• You’ll receive a K0 number and an Application ID in 1–2 days.
• Pay your application fee: Click here to pay
• Use your K0 for communication, library access, and registration.

 

2. Admission Status

I applied but haven’t heard back. What should I check?

Ensure your file includes:

• All official transcripts (from every school attended)
• Personal statement
• Resume
  🔗 Upload Instructions & Program Page

3. After Acceptance: Next Steps

Do I need to contact the Program Coordinator?

No. Instead, follow these steps:

1.  Access JNet & Email

• Wait for your ku# (check your email).
• If not received, call ITS: 361-593-4357.
  🔗 More on JNet Access

2.  Register for Courses

Start with:

• EDCG 5310 – Intro
• EDCG 5339 – Human Growth
• EDCG 5311 -  Theories

Second Semester Options:

• EDCG 5315 – Ethics
• EDCG 5347 – Multicultural
• EDCG 5312 - Counseling Techniques
• EDCG 5321 - Abnormal
• EDCG 5323 - Group Counseling

🔗 Add/Drop Instructions

     Holds?

• Old department hold: Call Registrar – (361) 593-2811
• Prerequisite hold: Email Samantha LaRue – samantha.larue@tamuk.edu

3.  Join the Teams Channel

Request access via TAMUK email: samantha.larue@tamuk.edu
Includes:

• Group Advising
• Practicum/Internship info

4.  Orientation

Dates & link are posted in Teams only.

 

4. Transfer Credits

How do I get my previous courses evaluated?

• Email your assigned faculty advisor with syllabi.
• CC samantha.larue@tamuk.edu

Faculty Advisor by Last Name:

• A–F: evelyne.fitzgerald@tamuk.edu
• G–L: kristopher.garza@tamuk.edu
• M–Q: ya-wen.liang@tamuk.edu
• R–Z: steve.bain@tamuk.edu

 

5. Important Dates

Check the Academic Calendar for:

• Registration deadlines
• Add/drop deadlines
• Withdrawal dates

 

6. Practicum

Do I find my own practicum site?

Yes. Attend a Group Advising session via Teams with:

Dr. Evelyne Fitzgerald – evelyne.fitzgerald@tamuk.edu

 

7. CPCE/Comprehensive Examination

• All Students in the program must take the exam
• About the Exam

 

8. Degree Planning

• Monitor your progress using DegreeWorks
• If admitted before Fall 2024, update your plan manually:
  🔗 Update Degree Plan Instructions

 

9. Course Load & Overload

What’s full-time?

• Fall/Spring: 3 courses
• Summer: 2 courses

Can I take more?

• Yes (not recommended unless no job/family duties)
• Submit this Overload Request Form

 

10. Key Contacts

Contact information

Role	Contact
Graduate Coordinator	Dr. Lorena Albaran-Rosenbaum 📧 lorena.albaran-rosenbaum@tamuk.edu
Department Chair	Dr. Kelly Hall📧 kelly.hall@tamuk.edu
Dean of Graduate Studies	Dr. Darin Hoskisson📧 darin.hoskisson@tamuk.edu
Registrar’s Office	📧 registrar@tamuk.edu📞 (361) 593-2811

 

11. Graduation

When and how do I apply for graduation?

Apply before classes begin for your graduation term.

🔗 Graduation Application & Info

Degree plan not updated (pre-Fall 2024)?

🔗 Update Degree Plan Instructions

Need help? Call Jennifer Garcia – (361) 593-4697

 

12. Returning for Exam Prep

Taking courses for School Counseling or LPC prep only?

Contact your faculty advisor (see section #4 Transfer Credits).