Program Overview

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Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology offers various graduate programs, including PhD and MA/Ed.S. degrees in Clinical Psychology, Experimental Psychology, and School Psychology.

PhD in Clinical Psychology

The PhD in Clinical Psychology program focuses on scientific thinking, research design, and statistics. It offers advanced practicum experiences in school, hospital, and clinic settings, allowing students to develop expertise in a focused area of study.

PhD in Experimental Psychology

The PhD in Experimental Psychology program provides students with a strong foundation in research design, statistics, and scientific thinking. It offers specializations in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience.

PhD in School Psychology

The PhD in School Psychology program is designed to prepare students for various school psychology roles in public school and community settings and for academic careers. It places a strong emphasis on scientific thinking, research design, and statistics, and offers advanced practicum experiences in school, hospital, and clinic settings.

Program Overview

The PhD in School Psychology program requires at least 97 semester hours and is usually completed over a 5-year period. A research-based thesis and dissertation must be completed, and a year-long internship is required.

Program Philosophy and Training Model

The program follows a specific philosophy and training model, which is outlined in the program handbook.

Program Competencies

The program aims to develop specific competencies in students, which are outlined in the program handbook.

MA/Ed.S. in School Psychology

The MA/Ed.S. in School Psychology program provides students with a strong foundation in school psychology and prepares them for careers in public schools and community settings.

Program Overview

The MA/Ed.S. program requires a specific number of semester hours and can be completed in a certain number of years. A research-based thesis or project may be required, and practicum experiences are offered in school and community settings.

Program Goals

The program aims to develop specific goals in students, which are outlined in the program handbook.

Masters in General Psychology

The Masters in General Psychology program provides students with a broad foundation in psychology and prepares them for careers in various settings.

Program Overview

The program requires a specific number of semester hours and can be completed in a certain number of years. A research-based thesis or project may be required, and courses are offered in various areas of psychology.

Courses

The program offers a range of courses, including:

• Research methods
• Statistical analysis
• Cognitive psychology
• Behavioral neuroscience
• Social psychology

Funding and Cost

The program offers various funding opportunities, including teaching assistantships and research assistantships. The cost of tuition and fees is outlined in the program handbook.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the graduate programs in the Department of Psychology requires:

• A bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• GRE scores (required for some programs)
• Letters of recommendation
• A personal statement

Accreditation

The PhD in School Psychology program is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). The accreditation site visit was held in spring 2024.

Research Areas

The Department of Psychology has various research areas, including:

• Clinical psychology
• Experimental psychology
• School psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Behavioral neuroscience
• Social psychology

Resources

The Department of Psychology offers various resources, including:

• The Psychological Services Center
• The Tiger PEP program
• Research facilities and equipment
• Academic advising and support services