Program Description
The school psychology program provides a terminal Specialist in School Psychology degree that requires the completion of 71 semester hours. On the way to completing the Specialist degree, students earn the M.A. in General Psychology with a concentration in School Psychology (50 hours required). The program includes two practica (6 hours total), a year-long internship (12 hours total) and the completion of a thesis (6 hours total). Successful completion of the program, including passing the Praxis II exam and requirements related to licensure, will lead to recommendation for Level II licensure and National Certification as a School Psychologist (NCSP).
Statement on Course Load
Psychology students are exempt from the standard course load limit and may enroll into a maximum of sixteen hours per term.
Program Admission Requirements
In addition to the admissions criteria established by the Graduate School, the program also requires the following:
Test Scores
If undergraduate GPA is under 3.2, submission of GRE general test scores from within the past 5 years is required.
If undergraduate GPA is 3.2 or higher, submission of GRE general test scores is optional and if not submitted a waiver form will be completed at time of application.
GPA and/or previous degree
A minimum GPA of 3.0 on last 60 hours of undergraduate course work is required or a minimum GPA of 3.0 on previously completed graduate degree.
An undergraduate degree in psychology is not required but successful completion of psychology courses is required.
Essay or Narrative Statement
A Personal Statement in the form of responses to questions provided in the application is required.
Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation from former instructors or relevant professional sources is required.
Resume and/or Experience
A resume/curriculum vita is required.
Additional Requirements
A virtual interview is required for those meeting other requirements.
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