Our doctorate is designed for applicants with a prior bachelor's or master's level degree. New students are admitted in the fall semester only. Because we receive applications from many more qualified individuals than can be admitted, admission is highly competitive. A disclosure of relevant data for students recently admitted is available on our web page.
All application materials must be received by December 1, 2024 to be considered for admission in Fall 2025. See below for current application procedures. Our program follows the Council of University Directors of Clinical Psychology’s Guidelines for Graduate School Offers and Acceptances.
The GRE is not required and will not be considered in the admissions process.
The following are the minimum criteria recommended for admission:
Because clinical psychology is an empirically-based discipline, our training emphasizes continuous involvement in research and practice. For this reason, students primarily interested in psychotherapy and clinical or counseling practice without a strong interest in the scientific aspect of the scientist/practitioner model would be better served by other programs.
Typically, six students are accepted each year. Applicants are evaluated based on the following dimensions:
All application materials must be received by December 1, 2024 to be considered for admission in Fall ‘25.
The application process starts with the online application. In the section titled “Enrollment Information”, there is a drop-down menu for “Academic Degree Program”. Once you choose Psychology/Clinical Psychology from the drop-down menu, you will be taken to our program-specific application.
Official transcripts
Applicants must submit transcripts from all colleges attended to the online application system. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted for the application process; official transcripts will be required prior to enrollment.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
GRE scores are not required and will not be reviewed in the admissions process.
Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation from academic or professional sources are required. Letters from academic sources are preferred. Applicants will enter contact information for their references, and referees will receive links to submit their letters online. Please contact your references now so they are ready to upload their letters when our application system opens.
Statement of purpose
Applicants must upload a statement of purpose document. The statement of purpose is expected to be 2-3 pages in length and describe the applicant’s specific research interests, past research and professional experiences, and career goals. Applicants should indicate how our program and mentorship align with their goals. The statement should include information describing interests and/or experiences that prepare you to learn and work with people with various identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Resume or Vita
Applicants should include academic achievements (e.g., honors, awards, and scholarships), research achievements (e.g., presentations, publications, and research grants), and professional activities or work experiences (including role, dates, supervisors, and responsibilities).
Research mentor interest
Our training follows a mentorship model. Within the online application form, applicants should indicate faculty members for preferred research mentors.
Statement about international applicants
Application instructions and English proficiency requirements for international students are available on the International Student Affairs Office website. International applicants whose native language is not English or not meeting the exemption criteria need to submit official English proficiency test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, DET, GTEC, or GTEC CBT).