Overview

Emphasizing a scientist-practitioner orientation, this School Psychology program at the University of Maryland combines rigorous coursework, collaborative research and hands-on clinical experience.

Through this program, you will develop a deep understanding of psychological theories, research methodologies and clinical practices. With the support of dedicated faculty, you will learn to address mental health, academic and social challenges in educational settings.

Key Features

Scientist-Practitioner: Combines foundational scientific knowledge with clinical practice, emphasizing research and evidence-based interventions.
Licensure and Certification: Graduates are eligible for licensure as professional psychologists and for the NCSP credential, with eligibility for MSDE certification as School Psychologists.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Connect with faculty and students across various departments and institutions, enhancing research and professional development opportunities.
Comprehensive Training: Includes coursework, research, fieldwork, internships, and professional development seminars.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Group Counseling
Clinical Supervision of Pupil Personnel Services
Apprenticeship in Counseling and Personnel Services
Multicultural Issues in Counseling Psychology
Evaluation of Research in Counseling
Developmental Psychopathology
Social Development and Socialization Processes
Advanced Developmental Psychology
Human Development and Neuroscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 108 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

102 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

School Counselling Educational Psychology View 83 other PhDs in Educational Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose: Statement of Purpose needs to be the goals and objectives in relation to those of the program.
Transcript(s)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Letters of Recommendation (3)
CV/Resume
Supplementary Application
Description of Research/Work Experience
Writing Sample

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21284 USD / year

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Out-of-State

21284 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

9950 USD / year

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Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 USD / month

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