School Psychology MEd/EdS Admissions
Application Timeline
The School Psychology Program has a once-a-year admissions policy. Applications are due January 2 each year for fall admission. Following initial review of applications by program faculty in February, select applicants are invited to interview with program faculty. Interviews are conducted on campus on two days in March. Those applicants who cannot attend an on-campus interview may request a phone or Skype interview. Students are notified concerning the status of their application in mid-March. Students are required to respond to the program’s offer of admission by April 15.
Prerequisites
General prerequisites for graduate study in the program include undergraduate and/or previous graduate preparation in psychology, education, or related disciplines. Additional training and experience in special education, communication disorders, sociology, anthropology, or human development is desirable but not mandatory. The application of previous graduate coursework to the fulfillment of various requirements is decided by the student’s advisory committee in accordance with university policy.
Required Materials
- Two letters of reference
- Personal statement
- Résumé/CV
- Transcripts
- Online application
Additional information can be provided by applicants with the most common being GRE test results (although these are not required of the School Psychology program) and a sample of professional writing. Personal statements are rated with respect to perceived match with program goals and orientation and faculty training interests.
Program Costs and Funding
Detailed information on University tuition rates and fees is available through the Bursar's office.
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