Generous Scholarships
Licensure-qualifying Program
Practice with a Master's
Full or Part-Time
MHC Program Formats
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Online: Flexible asynchronous learning on your own time (about 75% of the coursework). Watch lectures, work on assignments, and participate in online discussions based on set deadlines for task completion. There are five clinical instruction courses that require live virtual class meetings on zoom.
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Live Virtual Classroom: Complete study entirely on Zoom in real-time synchronous coursework without the commute to campus. Log in at designated times for classes each week with your fellow classmates and professor.
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Traditional On Campus: Classes meet in NYC at our Bronx, New York City, campus during designated days and times.
Online MHC: Same Quality, More Convenience
Earn your MHC from Ferkauf School of Psychology at Yeshiva University
- Identical curriculum and standards as our on-campus program
- Taught by expert faculty and mental health practitioners
- Leads to licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Interactive online learning platform designed for adult learners
- Access to diverse clinical placements
- Dedicated online student support services
- Up to $30K automatic scholarships available
Study Your Way, On Your Time
Designed for Busy Adults
- Perfect for career-changers, working professionals and parents balancing family responsibilities
- Complete coursework when it fits YOUR schedule—early mornings, late nights, or weekends
- Access lectures, videos, readings, class discussions, assignments and all course materials from anywhere with internet connection
- Accommodates various learning styles and schedules
- Flexible pacing options to fit life’s demands
- Maintain your current job while preparing for a new career
- Eliminate commuting time and relocation expenses
- Join a respected program without geographic limitations
- Move through the program on your terms, full-time or part-time
Alumni Prove the Value of a Ferkauf Degree
Our graduates build careers at leading organizations worldwide. We’ll help you make the connections that match your drive.
“Ferkauf is where I learned how to hold real human complexity without collapsing under it. The program pushes you to think clearly, feel honestly, and show up with the kind of grounded presence clients can genuinely trust.”
Reb Andi Rosen, 2026 Graduate
"Feeling at home in an educational institution is not something I’d previously had the privilege of experiencing and Finding a home at Ferkauf has been life-changing on a molecular level. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to learn in this community."
Jennifer Prat, 2024 Graduate
“I’ve always known I wanted to help people, the question was how. Thanks to the MHC program at Ferkauf, I have found my niche and have obtained a clearer understanding of how I can best utilize my unique strengths and experiences to benefit those around me.”
Kaitlyn Rocca, 2021 Graduate
"We are research scientists, tech builders and patient-centered clinicians working on problems that matter. We concentrate our energy on industry sectors that are the engines of New York City’s growth and revitalization and are redefining the way we work and live."
Paul Russo - Vice Provost at Yeshiva University and Dean of the Katz School of Science and Health
Study and Practice in New York City
For On-Campus students, classes are held in our Bronx location. Immerse yourself in a vibrant and diverse environment while you draw inspiration and energy from a passionate community of students originating from across the U.S. and around the globe.
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On-Campus and Live Virtual
Edna Augusta
ferkaufadmissions@yu.edu 
646.592.4380
Online
Jozette Kauffman jozette.kauffman@yu.edu646.592.6687
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