Professional Licensure Disclosure Statement
- Will Lehman
The College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) at Syracuse University offers several programs leading to professional licensure within the State of New York through in-person and online program delivery. States vary in what professions they require to be licensed/certified and how licensure/certification is acquired. Some states require an individual to graduate from an accredited program. Others require individuals to obtain additional coursework, additional fieldwork, background checks, passage of additional state licensing exams, additional fees, or other requirements.
Accreditation Statement
Syracuse University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, a regional accreditation body recognized by the US Department of Education. For more information, visit the Syracuse University’s Accreditation Website.
State Authorization
Syracuse University is a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA), which allows us to provide distance learning programs and coursework to residents of states other than New York. NC-SARA membership, however, does not grant reciprocity or exempt us from state professional licensing requirements. As a result, licensing requirements in New York may not be recognized as sufficient to obtain a license in any other state.
Relocation
Should a student relocate during the course of a program to another state, it may impact the student’s ability to remain in the program, meet the state licensure requirements, and/or continue to receive financial aid funding. Prior to considering relocation, please contact your program to discuss authorization and licensure eligibility requirements.
International Students
The programs listed on this page have not been evaluated for professional licensure requirements outside of the United States. Prior to enrolling in any program at Syracuse University, prospective students living and/or working outside of the United States should confirm with the appropriate certifying agency whether successful completion of any degree program at Syracuse University will meet the credentialing requirements of the country in which they intend to seek employment, as to certain types of employment or for advanced/specialized educational programs. International students should also check directly with their home country regarding licensure requirements.
Professional Licensure Requirements
The following programs may lead to a professional license or certification that is required for employment. Professional licensure/certification requirements vary from state to state, which may affect a student’s ability to apply for a professional license/certification upon the completion of the program. The U.S. Department of Education regulation, 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v), requires an institution to disclose whether the program will fulfill educational requirements for licensure or certification for each state. The administrative departments that offer the programs have made the following determination regarding their curriculum.
Marriage and Family Therapy Programs
Marriage and Family Therapy M.A. (Residential)
The Master of Arts program in Marriage and Family Therapy is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE). The program prepares students for rewarding work in couple and family therapy in private practice, mental health facilities, social service agencies, and school districts, among many other organizations.
As of July 1, 2025, Syracuse University has made the following determinations regarding the program meeting specific state licensure or certification requirements:
Meets (state abbreviations) | Does Not Meet* |
|---|---|
AL,AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA,HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME,MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Guam Virgin Islands | CA**
American Samoa Commonwealth of Puerto Rico The Republic of the Marshall Islands The Federated States of Micronesia The Republic of Palau |
Marriage and Family Therapy M.A. (Online)
The Master of Arts program in Marriage and Family Therapy is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE). The program prepares students for rewarding work in couple and family therapy in private practice, mental health facilities, social service agencies, and school districts, among many other organizations.
As of July 1, 2025, Syracuse University has made the following determinations regarding the program meeting specific state licensure or certification requirements:
Meets (state abbreviations) | Does Not Meet* |
|---|---|
AL,AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA,HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME,MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NH, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Guam Virgin Islands | CA**
American Samoa Commonwealth of Puerto Rico The Republic of the Marshall Islands The Federated States of Micronesia The Republic of Palau |
Marriage and Family Therapy Ph.D.
As of July 1, 2025, Syracuse University has made the following determinations regarding the program meeting specific state licensure or certification requirements:
Meets (state abbreviations) | Does Not Meet* |
|---|---|
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN,TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Guam Virgin Islands | CA**
American Samoa Commonwealth of Puerto Rico The Republic of the Marshall Islands The Federated States of Micronesia The Republic of Palau |
* Specific state requirements can be found at the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) MFT Licensing Boards page.
** CA- Students can be licensed in CA but must take 2 extra courses in CA during or post MA.
We recommend students contact the appropriate state licensing agency in their state or the state where they intend to work to seek the most up-to-date information about state licensure/certification requirements before beginning the program. Information in the table above will be reassessed and updated by July 1 each year.