Admissions Criteria and Requirements

The Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology is a four-year, full-time, cohort-based program with courses being offered in the fall, spring and summer. The curriculum consists of 88 credits of which 15 credits of master's degree courses are accepted in transfer and count toward the 88 credits required for the Psy.D. degree. Applicants’ transcripts and course syllabi will be reviewed to determine the total credits accepted in transfer and/or that need to be completed while in the doctoral program.

Although a master's level course in Group Counseling is a prerequisite to the program, it is not accepted as a transfer course. In addition to these 15 credits in master's-level courses, the curriculum includes 73 credits in doctoral-level coursework and supervision.

Academic Requirements

1. Have completed a master's degree in counseling psychology or its equivalent.
2. Have a satisfactory degree of professional or applied experience (e.g., master's level practicum or internship, volunteer or paraprofessional helping experience, or employment in clinical settings).

Admissions Requirements

1. Completed application
2. Official Transcripts
3. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
4. 2 Letters of Recommendation: One recommendation should be from a faculty member or professor and one from a professional reference
5. 500-750-word Personal Statement (1-2 pages). Please share what has led you to apply to our program. Describe the personal and/or professional experiences that have shaped your path; your short- and long-term goals in the field; and how our program’s social justice mission aligns with your values and aspirations.
6. GRE scores optional
7. Unofficial transcripts, CV, personal statement and letters of recommendation can be submitted as part of the online application.

*Due to the large volume of applications and small cohort model of the program, the application process is no longer rolling. All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM EST on December 15, 2025.

Graduate GPA, personal statement, and professional experience tend to be weighted more heavily by the faculty; however, each application is considered from a holistic perspective. Selected applicants will be invited to interview with representatives of the Psy.D. faculty.

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