Marion, Ind. (Nov. 12, 2026) — Indiana Wesleyan University's Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) has been ranked #1 in the state in MastersinCounseling.org's Best Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master's Programs in Indiana (2027). Offered through IWU's School of Integrated Health, Division of Counseling, the program earned the top spot among 13 Indiana CMHC master's programs.
MastersinCounseling.org evaluated programs on graduate outcomes and earnings, affordability and tuition value, accreditation and licensure alignment, and program accessibility and flexibility. Its rankings drew on independent program research along with federal data from College Scorecard and NCES-IPEDS.
IWU's CMHC program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and integrates Christian faith with clinical practice across a 60-credit-hour curriculum. Students choose between a fully online track with asynchronous classes and an onsite option at IWU's Indy North Regional Education Center. Many students begin their clinical training in IWU's own counseling clinics before moving into community internships, and graduates are prepared to pursue Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or equivalent licensure in Indiana and most other states.
"Being named the top clinical mental health counseling program in Indiana reflects the dedication of our faculty, staff and students," said Dr. Sarah Warren, director of IWU's Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. "Our students are working adults answering a call to serve their communities. We are proud to prepare them as skilled, faith-grounded counselors ready to meet Indiana's growing need for mental health care."
The ranking recognizes IWU's sustained excellence in licensure preparation, clinical training and support for working adult learners. Indiana Wesleyan extends its thanks to the faculty, staff and students whose work made the recognition possible.
