Clinical Psychology [Ph.D.]
Programme overview
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The doctoral program aims to graduate license-eligible clinical psychologists with state-of-the-art knowledge relating to the psychological practice of assessment, therapy, research, and program development and evaluation.
A primary program objective is the preparation of clinical psychologists who will effectively supervise and manage therapists in multidisciplinary mental health care delivery systems in a diverse society.
The curriculum is designed to qualify all students for state licensure in Michigan. The doctoral program is a full-time, full residency program designed to be completed in five years, although most students complete the program in six years. No part-time students will be accepted.
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation* (next site visit expected in 2027).
*Questions related to the program’s accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation:
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association
750 1st Street NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
202.336.5979
[email protected]
Programme overview
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The doctoral program aims to graduate license-eligible clinical psychologists with state-of-the-art knowledge relating to the psychological practice of assessment, therapy, research, and program development and evaluation.
A primary program objective is the preparation of clinical psychologists who will effectively supervise and manage therapists in multidisciplinary mental health care delivery systems in a diverse society.
The curriculum is designed to qualify all students for state licensure in Michigan. The doctoral program is a full-time, full residency program designed to be completed in five years, although most students complete the program in six years. No part-time students will be accepted.
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation* (next site visit expected in 2027).
*Questions related to the program’s accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation:
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association
750 1st Street NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
202.336.5979
[email protected]
Admission Requirements
Admission to the program is based on the following criteria.
1) Academic ability as measured by Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing scores on the GRE. In keeping with other Ph.D. programs in the State and with national criteria, admission typically includes a minimum score around the 50th percentile on the Verbal and Quantitative sections and a Writing section minimum score of 4.0. However, successful applicants may present much higher scores given the highly competitive nature of clinical doctoral programs. Applicants are not required to take the GRE Advanced Psychology Test. The GRE is waived for the Fall 2023 Application Cycle.
2) Achievement in undergraduate or graduate work. Admission typically includes a minimum standard of a 3.5 on a 4.0 scale undergraduate GPA. Again, successful applicants typically present with higher GPAs. Students may be admitted with either a bachelor’s or a master’s degree. Transfer credits will be determined on a case-by-case basis upon matriculation.
3) Academic background in psychology. Applicants must have completed a minimum of 20 undergraduate semester hours in psychology, including a course in statistics and a laboratory course in research methods/experimental psychology.
4) Personal qualities that predict success in graduate study and in professional placement after graduation. To evaluate these, each applicant must submit three letters of recommendation. Personal qualities will also be evaluated in the context of an interview for those who pass the initial file review and are invited to the interview day(s).
5) Fit between applicant and faculty interests. A personal statement is required, describing the applicant’s interests. We will be particularly interested in students who have had research and/or clinical experiences that are a good fit with faculty areas of expertise.
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