Influence of University Policies Prohibiting Same-Sex Relationships on Counseling Programs

Abstract Counselor education programs ( N = 55) at Protestant Christian universities with policies prohibiting same-sex relationships on campus were surveyed to understand the influence of these policies on the program. Response proportions were compared between cacrep -accredited ( n = 33) vs. non- cacrep -accredited programs ( n = 22). cacrep programs were significantly more likely than non- cacrep programs to actively recruit students in same-sex relationships, less likely to decline or discourage admission to students in same-sex relationships, and experienced less conflict with university administration about following policy. No differences were found between cacrep and non- cacrep -accredited programs regarding affirming or dismissing admitted students in same-sex relationships.