Overview

School psychologists are in-demand experts in assessment, consultation, and intervention for students and school systems. The School Psychology program at the University of Massachusetts Boston is driven by a commitment to social justice, including opportunities to advocate and contribute to local and transnational work.

What you will learn

The School Psychology PhD program utilizes a scientist-practitioner model that emphasizes practice to support students, school staff, families, and community members that is grounded in rigorous research and science.

In adhering to this model, our School Psychology PhD program of study is designed to:

develop scientist-practitioners who deliver evidence-based, prevention, assessment, consultation, and intervention services in school and community settings
prepare doctoral level school psychologists to apply advanced research skills exploring and evaluating educational and psychological issues, and conduct independent research
promote culturally responsive graduates and leaders who understand contextual, policy, and social justice issues related to diversity and educational disparities at local and transnational levels

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychopathology and Diagnosis
Life Span Human Development
History & Systems in Counseling and School Psychology
Social and Cultural Psychology
Social Justice in Counseling and School Psychology
Counseling Theory and Practice
Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Assessment and Intervention

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

73 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent at the time of enrollment
A minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or international equivalent) in all undergraduate work
Official transcripts for all institutions where you have earned more than 6 credits
Statement of Purpose
Writing Sample
Two (2) letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29932 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29932 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15408 USD / year

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Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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