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ACCEPTANCE RATE

66.67%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

33%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

40

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$7,013

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Marriage and Family Therapy Degrees

The marriage counseling and family therapy program at Alliant International University prepares students for careers as behavior disorder counselors, counselors, marriage and family therapists, mental health counselors, and substance abuse counselors. The program focuses on diagnosis of cognitive and behavioral domain disorders within the context of marriage and family systems. Program courses include: psychotherapy, small group intervention and therapy, marital problems, depression, identification of psychopathologies and behavior disorders, holistic health care, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer marriage and family therapy degrees.

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Alliant International University (Cal Poly)

1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA

About
Alliant International University has its main campus located in San Diego, California and was founded in 2001 through a merger between the United States International University and the California School of Professional Psychology. Both schools have histories in California, with the CSPP being the first school of psychology in the state. A recent acquisition of the San Francisco School of Law has expanded the school's offerings and locations. The school currently operates six campuses in California; San Diego, Fresno, San Francisco, Irvine, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, as well as three campuses internationally in Mexico City, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Of these campuses only two offer undergraduate degree programs (San Diego and Mexico City).

Academics
Alliant International University offers a modest number undergraduate programs that provide a quality education. Individuals enrolled in one of these programs will be able to participate in a study abroad opportunity to the Mexico City Campus if at the San Diego campus and vice versa. Students may also enroll in an accelerated program, combining  study for a bachelor and master's degree. Graduate programs are available in a larger number, though enrollment requires that individuals have earned a bachelor's degree prior to admission. Individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree with the Alliant International University System will have ease of access to graduate programs offered within that system.

Programs offered include:

It is important to note that not all programs are offered at all campuses.

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Alliant International University must submit an application as well as transcripts. Students must have earned a minimum of a 2.0 GPA out of a 4.0 scale in order to be considered. Once the information required is received, it will be reviewed and a final decision regarding admission provided shortly thereafter. Individuals applying to a graduate program will also require an essay and letters of recommendation. Individual programs may have additional requirements for admission at the graduate level and should be reviewed online prior to applying.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will then be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Scholarships awarded by the school are merit based, offered to students demonstrating academic excellence prior to admission or during enrollment.

Students Enrolled in the Marriage and Family Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cal Poly has offered the following degree levels for students:

  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Master's Degree91
Doctorate Degree14

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male22
Female83

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian3
Asian13
Black5
Hispanic31
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders1
White44
Multiple Races7
Unknown1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Cal Poly, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Marriage and Family Therapists

Description

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grande, CA
    • Average Hourly Rate: $25.69
    • Average Annual Salary: $53440

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Alliant International University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Alliant International University may offer student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance