Program Philosophy

"The strengths of this program include faculty knowledge, small group size, campus resources, and approachability of faculty." -- program graduate

This program emphasizes training as an innovative problem solver. The student is trained to function as an integral part of the total program of pupil services. Each individual receives on-site experience in public schools, school-related practicum assignments in the department’s psychological clinic, and experience as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Upon completion of the required course work, the student must complete a full year 1200 hour internship within an educational setting. Practicum, research tool and a specialist project (thesis) are also required.

Applicants should have coursework in statistics and experimental methodology, general psychology; and abnormal or personality psychology; a minimum score of 850 on the Graduate Record Examination General Test (Verbal + Quantitative); and a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0. Exceptions to the minimum criteria may be made for students with exceptional backgrounds or experiences. Beyond these stated minimum requirements, selection is competitive. A criminal background check will be required of successful applicants during the first semester of graduate study at the applicant’s expense. Applicants should submit three letters of recommendation, a psychology department application form and the graduate studies application form. These forms are available online. Applicants to the school psychology program should also submit an affidavit affirming that they have never been convicted or charged with a felony crime, and a personal statement that indicates clinical and research experiences to date as well as future goals (not to exceed 1000 words).

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