This statement is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the admissions committee and demonstrate your knowledge and passion for the field. Let us know your goals, interests, and career plans as they relate to earning your degree. Specifically, how have your experiences – education, volunteer, and/or work experience – led you to pursue a career in school counseling? The statement should be two to three double-spaced pages, and it should explain your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in school counseling.