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Clinical Psychology PhD

The PhD in Clinical Psychology is an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited program, and also a program member of the Council of University Directors of Clinical Psychology (CUDCP). The program adheres to the scientist/practitioner model of training, and requires a number of clinical and research practica in addition to an extensive course curriculum.

• It is a four-year plus internship, full-time program.
• It emphasizes a thorough preparation in theoretical psychology and methodology.
• Theoretical foundations in personality and psychopathology are explored prior to behavioral and personality assessment.
• Concurrent with the work in assessment, students begin study of the theory, research, and practice of psychotherapy.

The Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association can be contacted at:

Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation  American Psychological Association  750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002  Phone: (202) 336-5979 / E-mail:  [email protected]   Web:  www.apa.org/ed/accreditation   

Admission requirements

This program is open to applications from those who hold an undergraduate degree in psychology or have taken the required number of psychology credits (18). The requirement of 18 undergraduate credits includes statistics and 15 additional credits, preferably introductory psychology, developmental psychology, experimental psychology, and social psychology.

Students are selected from a pool of academically qualified applicants who can contribute to the diversity of the student body. Students enrolled in the clinical psychology program come from diverse ethnic, cultural, individual and experiential backgrounds. Applications are encouraged from those identifying with cultural and/or individual areas of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, language, national origin, race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.

Acceptance decisions are based on outstanding undergraduate and (where applicable) graduate academic performance, evidence of scholarly activity such as publications and paper presentations, prior work experience, the personal statement, and letters of recommendation. 

The deadline for application for admission to the PhD program is December 15, 2023.

NOTE: The FDU application fee for the 2023-2024 application cycle has been waived.

To apply to this program , complete an application through the psychology common application PSYCAS .

This application should be used only to apply for the PhD in Clinical Psychology. Your application to the PhD program will not be considered complete unless you submit the following through PSYCAS:

• all official undergraduate and graduate transcripts,
• three letters of recommendation,
• a personal statement,
• official GRE aptitude and psychology test score reports. The psychology GRE is optional for those who majored in psychology as an undergraduate or attained an advanced degree in psychology. 

Degree plan

1st semester.

• PSYC6112      Clinical Research Methods & Psychometrics
• PSYC6114      Psychopathology
• PSYC6116      History & Systems
• PSYC6118      Computer Application in Statistics Lab
• PSYC6132      Developmental Issues in Clinical Psychology
• PSYC6180      First-Year Clinical Practicum I

2nd Semester

• PSYC6122      Personality Assessment
• PSYC6133      Intellectual Assessment
• PSYC6160      Teaching Seminar (1 credit)
• PSYC6624      Introduction to Psychotherapy
• PSYC6181      First-Year Clinical Practicum II: Ethics
• PSYC7120      Diversity Issues in Clinical Psychology

3rd Semester

• PSYC7110      Research Design & Analysis I
• PSYC7113      Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
• PSYC7121      Cognitive Behavior Therapy
• PSYC7180      Second-Year Clinical Practicum I
• PSYC____     ASTCP_________

4th Semester

• PSYC7111      Research Design & Analysis II
• PSYC7125      Applied Social Psychology
• PSYC7130      Biological Bases of Behavior
• PSYC7181      Second-Year Clinical Practicum II
• PSYC____     ASTCP______________

5th Semester

• PSYC7133      Learning, Cognition, and Emotion
• PSYC8129      Psychopharmacology
• PSYC8180      Third-Year Clinical Practicum I

6th Semester

• PSYC9124      Advanced Research Seminar (1 credit)
• PSYC9138      Professional Development
• PSYC8181      Third-Year Clinical Practicum II

ASTCP (4 REQUIRED)

ADV PSYCHODYNAMIC (2 nd , 3 rd years) SPRING.

CHILD CLINICAL (offered every other year; alternates with Family; open to 2 nd ,3 rd years)

FAMILY THERAPY (2 nd ,3 rd years)

CLINICAL CASE (3 rd year) SPRING

NEUROPSYCH (Fall every odd year; open to 2 nd ,3 rd years)

ADVANCED PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT (Fall, every other even year, open to 2 nd , 3 rd years)

ADVANCED CBT (open to 2 nd , 3 rd years)

Advanced special topics in clinical psychology, 4 required

A class will run if there are sufficient enrollment numbers to support it.

• PSYC8114      Neuropsychology (offered even years in the fall; open to second- and third-year students)
• PSYC9160      Advanced Personality Assessment (offered odd years in the fall; open to second- and third- year students)
• PSYC8127      Clinical Child Psychology (offered  odd years  in the spring; open to second- and third- year students)
• PSYC8145      Advanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (offered in the fall; open to third-year students only)
• PSYC9143      Advanced Psychodynamic Therapy (offered in the spring; open to third-year students only)
• PSYC9145      Seminar in Clinical Psychology (offered in the spring; open to third-year students only)
• PSYC9123 Family Therapy (offered even years in the spring; open to second- and third- year students)

Additional optional coursework and independent studies

• PSYC9112      Dissertation Maintenance (summer)
• PSYC9113      Internship Maintenance (summer)
• PSYC9116      Research Maintenance (summer)
• PSYC9180      4th Year Practicum I (fall)
• PSYC9181      4th Year Practicum II (spring)
• PSYC9280      5th Year Clinical Practicum I (fall)
• PSYC9281      5th Year Practicum II (spring)
• PSYC9800      Independent Study

Special requirements

• First Year Research Practicum
• First Year Clinical Practicum
• Second Year Research practicum
• Second Year Clinical practicum
• Second Year Project
• Third Year Research practicum
• Third Year Clinical practicum
• Teaching Requirement
• Dissertation Accepted
• Qualifying Examination
• Comprehensive Examination

Internship and dissertation

Students are required to apply for internship via the national match system offered by the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) and participate in an approved internship. The internship may begin after the student has completed the courses listed under the first six semesters, completed the second year research project, passed the comprehensive examinations, and successfully defended the dissertation proposal. Typically, the dissertation is completed in the fourth year and the internship in the fifth year.

Evaluations

Ongoing annual evaluations of students will be conducted by the faculty using information submitted by practicum site supervisors, course instructors, and research mentors. Students will meet with the Program Director to receive feedback concerning these evaluations.

Research practicum

All first-, second- and third-year students participate in a research practicum of ongoing projects supervised by doctoral faculty members. The practicum requires approximately 8-10 hours a week. Research projects frequently culminate in the publication of articles in psychological journals and paper and poster presentations at various professional meetings, with students in the doctoral program participating as authors and presenters.

Forensic Track

An optional add-on forensic track is available to students in the Ph.D. program who fulfill the following additional requirements:

• Completion of at least one of the required clinical practicums at any point after the first year. This requirement can be satisfied through an NYNJDOT approved externship or similar placement meeting requirements of the track.
• Completion of at least two additional courses: PSYC7230 Forensic Assessment and Prediction and PSYC7235 Evaluating Criminal Responsibility and Competency.
• Completion of a dissertation on a forensic topic.

It should be noted that research opportunities in forensic psychology are available.

Forensic track courses may incur additional fees if they increase a student’s credit load for a given semester above the allowable flat fee level of 16.5 credits.

Students coming into the program without a Master’s degree may incur additional fees for the two courses mentioned above since they are above and beyond the required courses for the clinical doctoral program.

Completion of the forensic track will be noted on the student’s transcript.

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Doctorate in Counseling Psychology

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Program Overview

Credits : 73 credits with Master’s degree or 88 credits with Bachelor’s degree Program Length : 4-5 years Start Date : Fall semester Instructional Method : Classes on Lodi campus

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The Doctor of Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program prepares graduates to become entry-level health service psychologists, as well as license-eligible psychologists in the State of New Jersey. The training model of the Psy.D. Program follows the scholar/practitioner model. Your training will center on developing the skills needed to function as a psychologist and an independent practitioner. In addition, you will develop skills preparing you to be active consumers of the most current research. Further, you will be able to integrate evidence-based treatments into your skill set as a practitioner.

Accreditation and Licensure

On April 11, 2021, our Psy.D. Program in Counseling Psychology was granted “accredited, on contingency” status by the Commission on Accreditation (CoA) of the American Psychological Association.

The American Psychological Association (APA) grants this accredited status to new programs such as ours which began in 2017. The expiration date of the contingent status is April 11, 2026.

Kindly direct questions related to our program’s accredited status to the Commission on Accreditation:

Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association 750 1st Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: (202) 336-5979 Email: [email protected] Web: www.apa.org/ed/accreditation

Our program is designed to meet the educational requirements for licensure of the State of New Jersey.

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Mission Statement

The Doctor of Counseling Psychology (PsyD) prepares graduate students in the practitioner-scholar model to provide psychological services to diverse communities. The doctoral training integrates the University’s commitment to Franciscan identity, which includes our core values: respect for human dignity, compassion, transformation, solidarity with the poor, justice and peace, reverence, diversity, service and joy. Our mission is to develop new doctoral level trained psychologists who can contribute to the expansion of the practice of psychology and develop professionally relevant knowledge and skills to work effectively with issues of diversity.

Program Aims and Competencies

The competencies of the Doctor of Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program are developed within the larger context of professional psychology, Standards of Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA), and the vision and mission of Felician University. The educational philosophy of the Psy.D. Program at Felician includes an appreciation for the value and uniqueness of the individual, a belief in the potential for each human being to flourish and achieve integrity and happiness, and an acknowledgment of the strengths of each individual as it relates to treating mental health diagnoses.

The principal aim of the Felician Psy.D. Program is to prepare entry-level health service psychologists. The Profession Wide Competencies (PWCs) of the Psy.D. Program are as follows:

• Research – Students will develop research formulation skills to contribute to the scientific, psychological, or professional knowledge base, implement research or scholarly activities, and critically evaluate and disseminate research or scholarly activity via various professional outlets.
• Ethical and Legal Standards – Students will develop knowledge and behave in ways that are consistent with ethical, legal, organizational, and professional standards and guidelines, and be competent in recognizing and resolving ethical dilemmas in a professionally sound manner.
• Individual and Cultural Diversity – Students will develop an empirically grounded knowledge base of personal and cultural diversity and be able to integrate this knowledge in various professional roles to effectively deliver competent service to diverse individuals, groups, and communities.
• Professional Values and Attitudes – Students will develop core values and attitudes in psychology (e.g., integrity, accountability, lifelong learning, and concern for the welfare of others) by actively seeking and demonstrating openness to feedback and self-reflection, and developing the ability to respond to professional situations and relationships with increasing independence.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills – Students will develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of individuals across different settings, by behaving in ways that demonstrate effective interpersonal, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Assessment – Students will demonstrate empirically grounded and scientifically informed assessment skills that include diagnosis of functional and dysfunctional behaviors and traits, understanding of human behavior within its context, selection and application of various psychological assessment methods, interpretation of assessment findings that are grounded in appropriate standards and guidelines, and effective communication of assessment findings.
• Intervention – Students will develop empirically based intervention skills (e.g., treatment planning, implementation and modification) that are theoretically informed and grounded in their ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
• Supervision – Students will demonstrate knowledge of supervision models and practices and be able to apply them in professional practice with psychology trainees, or other health professionals.
• Consultation and Interprofessional/Interdisciplinary Skills – Students will demonstrate knowledge and respect for the roles and perspectives of other professionals, and demonstrate knowledge of consultation models and practices to allow them to work collaboratively and effectively with other professionals in the delivery of professional services.

All students will complete three years of practicum experiences. Practicum is a crucial component of the curriculum, and successful completion of the practicum is a pre-requisite to applying for the doctoral internship. Current students have secured placements in hospitals, college counseling centers, mental health centers, and out-patient clinics.

Residency Requirements

The Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology degree requires a minimum of three academic years of full-time graduate studies and a full year pre-doctoral internship. Students who enter the doctoral program with an M.A (Master of Arts) in an area consistent with counseling psychology must complete four years of graduate studies in psychology. Students with a BA degree is required to complete five years of coursework. That is one additional year of graduate studies. The PsyD degree requirement is the completion of eighty-eight credit hours of graduate studies. To fulfil the Program’s residency requirement students with an MA degree must be at Felician University for at least three academic training years and those with a BA must be on campus for at least four years. After coursework completion, students complete the doctoral internship at an off-campus site.

Internships

Students are expected to complete either a one-year full time or two-year half time doctoral internship placement.

Statement on Diversity

The Doctor of Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.) Program respects and values issues of diversity consistent with the American Psychological Association’s (APA) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct (2017) and the Standards of Accreditation for Health Service Psychology (SoA, 2018). The Psy.D. Program emphasizes the importance of multicultural psychology, the promotion of diversity, and fosters inclusiveness within the society at large. Our Program exists within multicultural communities that contain individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and class backgrounds, national origins, religious, spiritual and political beliefs, physical abilities, ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations and physical ableness. Our community is committed to educating each other on the existence and effects of stereotypes, microaggressions, prejudice and discrimination.

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Felician University Doctoral Program in Counseling Psychology Presents A Virtual Diversity Conference

Felician university doctoral program in counseling psychology presents a virtual diversity conference contributions of psychology to creating a just world: diversity, social justice, and resilience., presentation by dr. milton fuentes, presentation by dr. shawn utsey, and presentation by dr. azara santiago rivera..

Multicultural competency is required area of training by the American Psychological Association for doctoral programs in health service psychology. The Doctorate in Counseling Psychology Program at Felician University is committed and dedicated to training students to become aware of and sensitive to issues concerning diversity, social justice, equity, and cultural humility. Below is the recording of the first annual Diversity Conference, co-sponsored by the Doctorate in Counseling Psychology Program at Felician University and the New Jersy Psychological Association.

Dr. Milton Fuentes

Dr. Shawn Utsey

Dr. Azara Santiago

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Clinical and school psychologists work with clients in many settings, from schools and community health care facilities to medical centers and university counseling centers.

At Kean, our combined school and clinical psychology doctoral program prepares students for those roles, combining education and training across the two practice areas of school psychology and clinical psychology. Along with rigorous academic coursework and training experiences, mentorship of students by faculty is key to the program. Each entering class is limited to approximately 12 students per year to allow professors to work more directly with students. 

 The program offers numerous opportunities for clinical and research experiences, including a wide variety of externship placements and presenting and publishing with faculty members.

The combined training model gives graduates a depth of training for a wide range of professional and academic positions, increasing career flexibility and marketability.

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Graduate students in Kean's school and clinical psychology program prepare for careers in many settings.

What You Learn

You receive doctoral-level training to prepare for a career as a school or clinical psychologist, in a graduate program that combines training in both practice areas.

• Assess the contextual factors and behavioral processes that shape clients’ lives.
• Acquire skills in intervention that help clients make meaningful changes in their lives.
• Discover the intrinsic connection between scholarly activity and applied work, and take part in evidence-informed practice and research
• Gain extensive training experience working with diverse populations, both in campus-based practicum sites devoted to clinical training, and in community service facilities.
• Participate in scientific inquiry throughout all program levels, and complete a formal doctoral dissertation.

Beginning in the second year, students see clients through Kean Psychological Services, providing assessment and/or psychotherapeutic services. The final year brings a full-time internship in a clinical or school setting, which students typically find through a national match process.

Admission Requirements

If you have admissions questions, contact Graduate Admissions at [email protected] or (908) 737-4723.

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Application Deadline Fall: December 1 No spring admission

Jennifer Block Lerner, Ph.D. Associate Professor and Program Director Phone: (908) 737-5864 Email: [email protected]

David Brandwein, Psy.D. Associate Professor and Chairperson Phone: (908) 737-7858 Email: [email protected] Location: EC-125D

David Brandwein Adrienne Garro Keri Giordano Aaron Gubi Jennifer Lerner Donald Marks Aditi Vijay

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Externship Programs

All students participate in two to three externship placements in a K-12 school setting in their second year in the program; a clinical setting in the third year; and an optional externship in year four.

Student Groups

A student group, Kean Psychology Graduate Council, is comprised of students in the Psy.D. program and the professional diploma in school psychology program.

Kean students have the chance to conduct research with world-class faculty and present their findings at the annual Kean Research Days event.

Kean's Psy.D. graduates obtain fellowships and work opportunities in a wide range of settings.

• Mental health centers
• Education institutions, including K-12 schools, colleges and universities
• Academic medical centers and hospitals
• Correctional facilities
• Independent practices

Journal articles or book chapters published by Kean students and faculty in one recent year

Accreditation

In 2016, Kean University's Psy.D. in Combined School and Clinical Psychology was awarded American Psychology Association (APA) accreditation.

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The program is also accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) - https://www.nasponline.org/standards-and-certification

Licenses are issued by each state, with each having its own requirements with regard to scores on the national Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), state jurisprudence examinations, state-specific supplemental courses, and the number and nature of predoctoral and/or postdoctoral hours required.  

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Rutgers University Psy.D. Psychology Review

The Rutgers University Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology is one of the oldest and most well-established centers for the study of human psychology, offering two Psy.D. degrees, one in clinical psychology and the other in school psychology, and serving as a hub of resources for research, instruction and care for individuals with autism and other behavioral disorders.

What do prospective Psy.D. students need to know about this program and whether it’s right for them?

About the Program

Before we dive into the details of the major features and drawbacks of the Rutgers Psy.D. offerings, let’s learn a bit about the school and this particular program, including where the school is located, what types of degrees are offered and how much prospective students can expect to pay.

• Institution type: Public
• Main campus: New Brunswick, New Jersey
• Accreditation: American Psychological Association
• First year of program: 1974, school psychology and clinical psychology; organizational psychology specialty added in 1988

Tuition and fees

• Full-time, in-state tuition: $22,416
• Full-time, out-of-state tuition: $37,368
• Per credit-hour tuition for part-time students: $934
• Institution fees: $1,671

Student outcomes

• Median years to completion: 6
• Percentage completing in <5 years: 1%
• Percentage completing in 7+ years: 33%
• Degrees conferred, 2010-2020: 185
• Percentage of students obtaining internships (2019-20 school year): 100%
• Percentage of graduates earning professional licensure: 85%

Degrees & requirements

• Psy.D. degrees offered: Clinical Psy.D., School Psy.D.
• Non-Psy.D. degrees offered: Master’s in Applied Psychology, Master’s in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Master’s in Special Education
• Number of credit hours required: 93 credits for clinical psychology, 131 credits for school psychology; both require practicum, internship and/hour supervision credits and hours
• Application method: Online
• Application fee: $70
• Admission requirements: Undergraduate or graduate transcripts; three letters of recommendation; GRE scores (required for clinical psychology only); TOEFL for foreign applicants whose first language is other than English; resume
• Admissions office address: 56 Bevier Road ASB Annex I, Piscataway, NJ 08854

Biggest Pros

Let’s explore what facets of Rutgers’ program truly set the institution apart and are most likely to be appealing to Psy.D. students.

A long history

Rutgers has been offering Psy.D. degrees for nearly 50 years, starting with a pair of degrees (clinical psychology and school psychology) that the university began offering in 1974. This makes Rutgers one of the most well-established and long-lived programs in the entire field, and Rutgers was the first professional school to offer the Doctor of Psychology degree among major research universities.

Indeed, the state of clinical and school psychology training in the United States has been heavily influenced by Rutgers’ Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP), and today’s students may well further that influence.

Specialty clinics & visiting faculty

Despite the lengthy history the GSAPP boasts, program leaders are acutely aware that the needs of students are driven largely by needs across society. This understanding includes giving students the chance to learn in specialty clinics where they can benefit from the traditional rigors of the program brought to bear on an emerging field of human behavior.

Similarly, the program welcomes as many as four visiting faculty members each year, and the expertise these active, full-time practitioners bring can inspire, challenge and motivate students by bringing in a nearly real-time professional experience.

Research programs

Rutgers as a whole is a major research institution, and the GSAPP continues along in that tradition, with faculty research regularly published in leading journals and presented at state, national and international conferences.

Psychology clinics & centers

The average student who is interested in earning a Psy.D. degree is likely someone who wants to make a difference in the lives of people as soon as possible. GSAPP staffs two centers — the Douglass Developmental Disability Center and the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services — that support members of the community dealing with autism spectrum disorders. The school also staffs the Rutgers Center of Alcohol & Substance Use Studies, an NIH-supported research program focusing on addiction and substance abuse.

Other specialty clinics include:

• ADHD Clinic
• Anxiety Disorders Clinic
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
• Foster Care Counseling Project (FCCP)
• Group Psychotherapy Services
• NJ Couples Clinic
• The LifeSPAN ASD Lab
• The Tourette Syndrome Clinic
• Women Helping Women
• Youth Anxiety and Depression Clinic

Biggest Cons

Of course, not every school is right for everyone. So what are some of the less-attractive aspects to pursuing your Psy.D. degree at Rutgers?

Top of mind for almost any student is how much a program will cost. While Rutgers is a top-notch and incredibly well-regarded center for the study of clinical and school psychology, there’s no doubt that students will pay a pretty penny for it.

With a per-credit cost for part-timers of more than $900 and a 93-credit requirement for the clinical Psy.D. (and even more for the school Psy.D.), the typical student will spend between $85,000 and upwards of $120,000, depending on how long they spend in the program.

Limited online options

Rutgers isn’t alone in this, but the program offers very few options for online education. Neither of the Psy.D. degrees offered at the GSAPP can be completed online, though working professionals who need to earn continuing education degrees may be able to complete some of that work online.

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Narrow research scope

If your interests lie outside a few areas — primarily applied behavior analysis, autism spectrum disorders and addiction — you might find other programs to be more up your alley, particularly those with a more diverse set of Psy.D. and other psychology degrees.

The Bottom Line

So what does this mean for you? Every person’s needs and educational journey are different, but here’s a quick breakdown to help you decide if the Rutgers Psy.D. program is right for you.

For students who want the prestige of earning their Psy.D. from one of the oldest and most established institutions in the field of psychology, Rutgers’ Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology is perhaps the most logical choice.

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[2024] Best Accredited Psychology Graduate Programs in New Jersey (NJ)

Not only is psychology a broad and diverse field, but so are the types of degrees you can get. Studying psychology at a New Jersey (NJ) college or university opens doors to Master of Science, Master of Arts , and Ph.D. programs.

Additionally, some New NJ  schools offer specialist or professional degrees, like a PsyD. These degrees focus less on psychological research (as is often the case with a Ph.D.) and more on the practical application of psychological theories and techniques in a real-world setting.

In other words, you can get the proper training and experience for any type of psychology career in NJ. Check out some of the most popular options below!

Psychology Graduate Programs in New Jersey

Listed below are some of the popular schools offering psychology graduate programs in New Jersey:

• Capella University

Montclair State University

Rutgers university, new jersey city university, kean university, rowan university.

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Founded in 1908 as the New Jersey State Normal School, Montclair State University is now a major institution of higher learning. In fact, Montclair offers more than 300 minors, majors, certificates, and programs for undergraduate and graduate students. And with a student body of more than 21,000 students, the campus is a vibrant and diverse place to learn.

While Montclair State might be a large school, your academic experience will be reminiscent of a smaller college. Montclair offers small class sizes that average 23 students. And with a student-to-faculty ratio of 17-to-1, you’re assured of getting the individual attention you require to be successful in your degree program.

As an added bonus, the bright lights of New York City are just a short train ride away, so you can enjoy one of the most incredible cities in the world, too!

Graduate Psychology Programs

As a graduate student at Montclair State, you can pursue either a Master of Arts in Psychology or a Ph.D. in Psychology. In both cases, you can choose from various specializations.

For example, the Master of Arts offers three specializations:

• Clinical Psychology: Concentration in Forensic Psychology and in Child/Adolescent Psychology
• Psychological Sciences
• Industrial/Organizational Psychology

In each case, you will need about two years of full-time, on-campus study to complete the Master of Arts curriculum. The Clinical Psychology option is intended to prepare you for doctoral studies, as the Master of Arts does not qualify you for licensure as a psychologist. By completing a Ph.D., you can apply for state licensure upon graduation.

The Psychological Sciences track focuses on psychological research rather than developing clinical skills. Again, this track is a stepping stone to a doctoral program, though it is preparatory for a research focus and not a clinically-focused Ph.D.

Lastly, the Industrial/Organizational option is a terminal master’s degree that prepares you for a career managing human capital, human resources, and improving business operations for organizations of all sizes. Likewise, this degree track is interdisciplinary, so you’ll have the chance to learn crucial data science techniques you can use to further your skills.

Montclair’s Ph.D. program offers two tracks: Clinical Psychology and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. These residential programs require around five years of study after completing a master’s degree. Additionally, both programs offer an array of funding sources for the first four years, including fellowships, teaching assistantships, and graduate assistantships.

Rutgers, the state university of New Jersey, was founded in 1766 , making it the eighth-oldest university in the nation. After more than 250 years, the school has grown into one of the largest universities in the nation, with nearly 70,000 students and a presence in each of New Jersey’s 21 counties.

With a school this size, you can reap benefits that smaller schools simply can’t match. There are 29 schools and colleges where you can pursue more than 150 undergraduate majors and more than 400 graduate programs.

Rutgers has 26 libraries, more than 25,000 courses taught annually, and offers research opportunities at more than 300 institutes and research centers.

The Department of Psychology at Rutgers University offers two graduate degree options: A Master of Science and a Ph.D. However, the Master of Science is not a standalone program. Rather, you enter the Ph.D. program with a bachelor’s degree and earn a master’s on your way to completing the Ph.D. program.

You can choose from four areas of concentration to work on for your doctorate. These include:

• Behavioral and Systems Neuroscience
• Clinical Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Social Psychology

While these programs are unique and have a different focus, they share many common features. For example, each option requires five years of studies to complete. Likewise, each of the four tracks requires you to conduct original research.

The topic of your research is up to you and your faculty mentor. You will benefit from their experience and expertise in their respective fields while also benefiting from a long track record of federal and private grants to fund research at Rutgers. Additionally, Rutgers provides opportunities to conduct research in various settings, including:

• The Brain Health Institute
• The Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology
• The Institute for Health
• The Center for Cognitive Science

In addition to your research activities, you will participate in traditional graduate coursework and seminars, elective courses, and a master’s thesis. You must also pass a qualifying exam to graduate from the program.

This is a full-time, residential degree. You must attend classes and conduct research on campus. Online or distance studies are not part of the program.

What is known as New Jersey City University today was established as a teacher training school in 1927. Instead of focusing on teacher training, the university now offers a diverse collection of more than 50 undergraduate majors and 30 graduate programs.

These degrees and programs are organized into the university’s four schools and colleges, including Arts & Sciences, Education, Business, and Professional Studies.

New Jersey City University is a diverse campus, too – which is a reflection of the area around it. Its location in Jersey City and close proximity to New York City means that the school has large percentages of minority students. In fact, according to U.S. News & World Report , the university ranks seventh in the nation in ethnic diversity and first in New Jersey on the same measure.

There are three graduate programs in psychology available at New Jersey City University. They include a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology, a Certificate in School Psychology, and a combined program in which you earn an M.A. in Educational Psychology and a Professional Diploma in School Psychology.

The Master of Arts program requires the completion of 36 credits to graduate, which takes about two years to complete. This professionally-focused degree was designed for students with experience in the human services field. Likewise, this program prepares you to enter a doctoral program for further education and training.

You can apply to the Certificate in School Psychology program if you already have an undergraduate degree and have completed at least nine undergraduate credits in psychology. This program requires you to complete more than 70 credits of courses in psychology, education, and special education. This includes a 1,200-hour clinical externship requirement necessary for licensure as a school psychologist in New Jersey .

The final option from New Jersey City University is the Master of Arts and Professional Diploma program. This is a 74-credit degree during which you will complete advanced coursework, 300 hours of field experiences, and a 1,200–hour externship, which serves as the program’s culminating experience.

You will learn skills specific to working with urban youth and have the knowledge to apply for licensure and certification as a school psychologist .

Like several other schools on this list, Kean University started as a teachers’ college. And while the school is still well-known for its teacher education programs, the university offers many more programs today. In fact, you can choose from more than 50 undergraduate degrees , 70 graduate programs, and half a dozen doctoral programs.

You will experience a vibrant and diverse campus life, too. In addition to having students from around the nation and the world, Kean offers more than 130 student organizations, including those related to academic interests, professional pursuits, and philanthropy. And when in class, you will learn from faculty that are distinguished in their fields and have earned accolades for their service and scholarship.

Kean University offers a Master of Arts program in Psychology that puts your specific needs and occupational goals first. You can tailor your program of study to fit your interests by enrolling in one of three MA programs. These include tracks in

• Forensic Psychology
• Marriage and Family Therapy
• Human Behavior and Organizational Psychology

The Forensic Psychology track prepares you for a psychology career in correctional, law enforcement, and court settings. The program qualifies you for master’s-level positions but also prepares you for pursuing advanced training in a doctoral program in psychology or law. With studies of abnormal behavior, personality assessments, and criminal behavior, you’ll be well-positioned to build a career in forensics.

The Marriage and Family Therapy track focuses on building therapeutic skills necessary for working as a licensed marriage and family therapist . You’ll take classes in counseling techniques, therapeutic interventions, and psychology. You will also participate in a two-semester internship during which you get 500 contact hours with clients and 100 hours of supervision with a licensed therapist.

The Human Behavior and Organizational Psychology track also culminates with a Master of Arts. The knowledge and skills you learn in this program will help you develop into a competent behavioral scientist who can help individuals, groups, and organizations maximize their potential. You will learn about human resources, behavior modification, motivation, and many more topics applicable to workplace settings.

Additionally, Kean offers a Professional Diploma in School Psychology. The curriculum prepares you to work with students from ages 3-21. You will do so by taking a wide range of school psychology courses and participating in an externship experience during which you practice your craft under the supervision of a licensed school psychologist.

This program requires the completion of 66 credits and is accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) .

From its humble beginnings in 1923 as a teacher’s college, Rowan University has grown into a Carnegie-classified research institution with a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs. In fact, Rowan’s degrees and programs have been recognized time and again for their quality , innovation, and affordability.

The university is organized into eight colleges and nine schools offering nearly 100 bachelor’s degrees, 50 master’s degrees, two professional degrees, and nine doctoral degrees. As the third-fastest growing research university in the country and an institution with more than 22,000 students, Rowan has much to offer you as a prospective psychology student.

Rowan University offers three graduate-level programs in psychology, each of which offers a different focus area.

The Master of Arts in School Psychology is a 33-credit program that includes psychology, counseling, and special education coursework. In addition, you will participate in field experiences during which you can apply the skills you have learned in a school setting. If you aspire to get a professional or doctoral degree, this program will prepare you for advanced levels of scholarship in the Ed.S. program outlined below.

The Educational Specialist in School Psychology builds on your studies in the MA program and helps you develop a larger toolkit of skills for making assessments, designing interventions, and providing consultations about children in a school setting. You will do so by taking a wide range of courses, participating in a practicum experience, and completing an externship.

Upon graduation, you will be eligible for certification as a school psychologist in New Jersey . Additionally, you can apply for national certification through the NASP.

Another option is to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. This is a 93-credit program that requires four years of studies and a one-year clinical internship to graduate. The focus of the program is on health psychology and integrated healthcare.

You will also learn about evidence-based assessments, empirically-based treatments, and the value of psychological research. This program requires a dissertation, which you must complete and defend before a degree is conferred.

The admissions requirements for Rowan’s graduate psychology programs vary. You can apply to one of these programs by completing Rowan University’s online graduate application.

Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical and Counseling Psychology

At William Paterson University , the Master of Arts (M.A.) program in Clinical and Counseling Psychology is designed for your professional advancement in counseling, assessment, and mental health research. You will receive comprehensive education in theories and interventions, preparing you for a range of roles in mental health, academia, and research settings.

To accommodate your schedule, especially if you work during the day, the program offers both in-person and evening online synchronous classes via Zoom. While the program enhances flexibility for nontraditional students through online classes, your participation in in-person classes during the Fall and Spring semesters is also required. In your second year, the clinical practicum experience will involve in-person service provision at sites within New Jersey or nearby areas.

For those enrolled in the Summer Practicum course, expect a scheduled Zoom class weekly, though other summer session classes are delivered in an online, asynchronous format.

The program emphasizes clinical skills, ethical responsibility, cultural and self-awareness, and a thorough understanding of the scientific, methodological, and theoretical foundations of practice.

You will be prepared for careers as Master’s level mental health counselors, researchers, or human services professionals. Additionally, the program lays a unique foundation for doctoral-level studies. This program is accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) .

The program offers two tracks:

• The Non-Licensure track (48 credits) requires Practicum I and II but excludes summer courses needed for the licensure track.
• The Licensure track (60 credits) qualifies you to apply for licensure as a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in New Jersey, leading to potential licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) after accumulating 4,500 supervised clinical hours.

You are automatically enrolled in the 60-credit Licensure track, with an option to switch to the 48-credit track before your first summer or later. The program can be completed full-time in two years or part-time in three to five years, with graduation requiring 600 hours of practicum experience tailored to your interests.

Program learning goals include developing skills in clinical interviews, interventions, psychotherapy theories, psychopathology, diagnostic systems, treatment modalities, psychological testing, career development, group interventions, scientific methods, and integrating research into clinical practice.

Practicum experiences offer the chance to develop practical clinical skills by putting academic knowledge into practice. During two semesters, you will serve as clinicians under the guidance of supervisors in authorized clinical environments.

You will be paired with a licensed mental health supervisor on-site, who will organize and oversee your clinical training. The nature of the clinical tasks can vary based on the agency’s objectives but often encompasses individual therapy, group therapy, assessments, participation in case conferences, completing documentation and reports, and receiving individual supervision hours.

Admission requirements for the program include:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Official transcripts from all attended colleges, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Prerequisites in General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Research Methods/Statistics, and Abnormal Psychology.
• A personal statement detailing your motivations, strengths, weaknesses, and program fit.
• A current resume or CV highlighting your clinical, research, and/or human services experiences.
• Three recommendation letters from individuals familiar with your academic and clinical capabilities.
• An interview with M.A. Program Faculty, by invitation.

Selective Graduate Assistantship (GA) awards provide a tuition waiver and stipend in exchange for 20 hours of work per week at the university, supporting various departments or programs with administrative or research tasks.

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Psychology Doctoral Programs in New Jersey

The east coast boasts several notable programs in psychology, and students may find many doctoral programs in Psychology in New Jersey.

As one of the earliest states in the United States, New Jersey carries a proud history of different industries like farming, pharmaceuticals, and petrochemical development. The state was originally named by the Duke of York from England who was given the state by his brother, King Charles II. The state was named after a prominent governor in England.

There are almost nine million people living in New Jersey today, and some of the most notable institutions of higher learning got their start in The Garden State. Princeton University was chartered in 1746 and Rutgers opened in 1766. There are 11 public research universities and state colleges in New Jersey as well as several independent and private colleges around the state. Students at New Jersey colleges benefit from a long, prestigious history of east coast education.

Fairleigh Dickinson University

School of psychology – metropolitan campus.

Established in 1942, Fairleigh Dickinson offers students many degree tracts with over 100 choices of study. Total enrollment hits over 12,000 each year and one of the interesting features of this university is that it has full-size locations in 3 different countries. Not only may students attend class in the United States in New Jersey, but there is also a campus in Oxfordshire, England and a campus in Vancouver, British Columbia. Some of the earliest students at Fairleigh were part of the GI bill for education and the college expanded upon its academic offerings in the late 1940s. The university features two different doctoral programs in psychology.

Ph.D. Program in Clinical Psychology

Students will be exposed to the scientist/practitioner model of training while studying at Fairleigh Dickinson and will have the opportunity to participate in several projects that require clinical research. The curriculum is extensive and challenging and is supposed to take at least four years. The program is also full-time and upon graduation students should be able to serve as clinicians and researchers involved in the science of psychology. Fairleigh teaches its students that effective clinicians understand research techniques and the theoretical concepts behind those techniques.

Psy.D. Program in School Psychology

Students who wish to work directly with students and school children will find the school psychology tract at Fairleigh Dickinson a valuable one. The program’s curriculum features courses like Contemporary Issues in School Psychology, Ethnic Diversity and Sociocultural Issues, and Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology . Once achieving a degree, students may apply for licensure in New Jersey to work as a psychologist. Graduates may work in a variety of environments like schools, mental health facilities, and hospitals.

Accreditations

• American Psychological Association (APA) (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology)
• American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation (CoA)
• Middle States Commission on Higher Education

1000 River Road Teaneck, NJ 07666-1914 Phone: 201.692.2315 Fax: 201.692.2304 [email protected] https://www.fdu.edu/program/phd-clinical-psychology/

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

School of arts and sciences.

Rutgers University is the largest in New Jersey and is the eighth oldest college in the country. During its initial years in operation, the university was a private institution and only admitted male students. It was created in 1746 by a group of ministers from the Presbyterian church. However, in later years it grew significantly when it was named a land-grant college in 1864 after the passage of the Morrill Act of 1862. With around 65,000 students at all of its campuses, there are 175 different departments at the university. The university routinely scores top honors for the quality of its education as a public university.

Schools and other educational environments often require psychologists and preparation for work in these jobs is what the school psychology program offers. The university bases its program on research studies as well as the relationship between psychology and learning. The university ensures that each student enrolled can participate in practicum experiences in active, working schools, as well as other places like mental facilities. Students must undergo an interview during the application process and the school admits only highly qualified students who are enthusiastic about the psychology profession.

Psy.D. Program in Clinical Psychology

Rutgers boasts that one of the strongest features of their Psy.D. program in clinical psychology is the small class size routinely granted to students. The college also focuses on providing students with instructors who are experts in the field and who are also currently practicing psychologists. Students will find that there are several opportunities during study to experience live environments in schools, clinics, and other places where psychologists work with the public. The program also places significant emphasis on graduate entrance exams, so it’s best to apply only when grades reach the minimum threshold, if not higher.

• American Psychological Association (APA)

Busch Campus 152 Frelinghuysen Road Piscataway, NJ 08854-8020 Phone: 848.445.2576 Fax: 732.445.2263 [email protected] http://psych.rutgers.edu/

Seton Hall University

College of education and human services.

Seton Hall University is a private school and is one of the largest Catholic universities in the state. However, the school isn’t a tremendous size and counts between 9,000 and 10,000 students under enrollment. The school was created to ensure higher education was impacted positively by the Catholic faith, but students don’t need to be Catholic in order to attend the college today. Interestingly, the college underwent several fires in the early years of its existence, which made it difficult to expand and grow in the 1860s and beyond. It wasn’t until the 1930s that the university started admitting women and in 1951, the college boasted the first female dean of a law school in the United States.

Ph.D., Counseling Psychology

Seton Hall University seeks to prepare its psychology students for work in the professional community where science, research, and practice meet. The school recognizes that counseling psychologists find work in a variety of different settings and so the curriculum at Seton Hall is designed to accommodate many potential environments. Students may also focus in one of nine specializations including multicultural studies, pediatric psychology, and several others. During interviews for admittance, the school seeks students who are able to communicate well with peers and faculty and who will make a meaningful difference to the program.

• Commission On Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE)

400 South Orange Avenue South Orange, NJ 07079 Phone: 973.761.9449 [email protected] http://www.shu.edu/academics/education/

Students who wish to obtain a doctorate in psychology should expect to take classes for anywhere from three to seven years. An Ed.D. degree will tend to require around three to five years. A Ph.D. will usually need four to seven years. Choice of program may also require a student to decide whether he or she wants to practice psychology in an active environment or as a researcher. The majority of psychology programs at the doctorate level require the full-time study of students, and it’s not recommended for students to work while enrolled in a Ph.D. program. Fortunately, students who wish to study in The Garden State have several doctoral programs in psychology in New Jersey from which to choose.

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Master's Degrees Admission Process and Requirements

The Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology offers a Master of Arts degree program in school counseling or a Master of Science degree program in clinical mental health counseling, with the option to specialize in addictions counseling or child and adolescent counseling.

Prerequisites for admission

Applicants to all graduate programs in the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology should have graduated with, or be about to graduate with, a bachelor's or a master's degree from an accredited institution appropriate to their chosen field of graduate study. Experience in human service (field work, or service learning, or volunteer or employment) is helpful.

Admission Process

For more information on the application and admission process for the online Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, please visit that program's How to Apply page.

Admission applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be reviewed. To ensure your file is complete and on time, please contact the Graduate School at 414-288-7137 or email at [email protected] .

• Master's admission applications due to the Graduate School: Wednesday, February 1, 2024
• Master's virtual interviews (approximately 8am-4pm CST): Friday, March 3, 2024

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Materials to be submitted for application

All of the following materials must be submitted to the Graduate School by the appropriate deadline.

• Graduate School application form and application fee
• If coursework was completed within the United States, submit copies of all current and previous college/universities except Marquette.
• If coursework was completed outside of the United States, a transcript evaluation is required. A copy of a course-by-course evaluation is approved for the application process.
• Test scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test are normally required, not the GRE subject test (psychology). Please see the GRE website for score reporting schedules. NOTE: The GRE is optional for 2024-2025.
• A statement of purpose. Please use the guidelines listed on the Marquette Graduate School webpage on drafting a SOP .
• Resume or Vita.
• Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can address one's academic and professional potential.
• International applicants only must submit a TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.

For further application information, please contact the Graduate School at 414-288-7137, find Marquette's admissions materials online or email Coreen Bukowski , academic coordinator.

Virtual Interviews

After all applications are reviewed, the highest-ranking applicants will be contacted for an interview, which is required for admission. International applicants and others for whom the timeline/CST wouldn't be conducive can request to interview over the phone on a mutually agreed date/time prior to the listed interview date. Master's interviews will be periodically all day (8am-4pm CST) on Friday, March 8, 2024 .

Applicant evaluation by departmental faculty

Department faculty comprehensively review applicant files, emphasizing all aspects of applicants' backgrounds. Our assessments of potential for graduate study and success in the field are based on all components of the application, and we do not use cutoff scores with regard to previous grades or test scores. The previous median GRE combined test score of our recent master's in counseling students was 303, and the median undergraduate GPA was 3.5. The median score on the GRE writing assessment for master's students was 4.5. The faculty admits students with lower test scores or grades when there are significant compensating factors that are important for determining success in the field. If relevant, applicants should highlight these factors in their Statement of Purpose.

Those applicants who are judged to show good potential for graduate study in our department are then invited for an interview with the departmental faculty and a group of current graduate students. After the interviews have been completed, faculty review each application and make a decision about admission to the program.

Tuition and financial aid information

Tuition for a graduate education student can be found on the Graduate School tuition page . This level of tuition is fairly competitive with other institutions.

Most of the scholarships and assistantships that we offer go to doctoral students, but occasionally there are assistantships given to master’s students. Master’s students who are primary and secondary school teachers in southeastern Wisconsin are eligible for two scholarship opportunities: the Milwaukee Area Teachers Scholarship, which provides scholarships for K-12 teachers from the greater Milwaukee area, and the Catholic Schools Scholarship, which covers part of the tuition for students employed by Archdiocese of Milwaukee schools. These scholarships are available only to students enrolled at Marquette. More information is available at the Graduate School's financial aid page.

We will not know the number of assistantships available to next year's students until our admissions offers are sent out during the middle of the spring semester.

Visiting the department

You are welcome to visit the department to find out more about our programs. We are located in room 146 of the Walter Schroeder Health and Education Complex, 560 N. 16th Street. See our campus map we are building number 29. Please contact Coreen via email or 414-288-5730 to let us know you are interested in visiting or would like someone to contact you. Contact the Graduate School to schedule a campus visit/tour .

Marquette's Graduate School also holds a fall open house. Stay tuned for more information.

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BS in Exercise Science

Exercise Science is a multi-disciplinary program that applies scientific knowledge from anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, psychology, motor control, and biomechanics to understand how the human body functions during physical activity, and how the body adapts to exercise training. The Exercise Science program prepares students to acquire skills in fitness evaluation, exercise program design, and instructing functional movement patterns. Students who want to enter the undergraduate Exercise Science degree must choose one of two concentrations, Sports Conditioning or Clinical and Pre-Professional Studies.

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• Sports Conditioning Concentration
• Clinical and Pre-Professional Studies Concentration

The objective of the Sports Conditioning concentration within the Exercise Science major is to train undergraduate students to work in the area of sports conditioning and fitness training. The Sports Conditioning concentration focuses on developing knowledge and skills that are required for various sub-disciplines within the fitness field.

• Work program of required courses
• Suggested 4-year course program
• Prerequisite course sequence

Common Careers

• Strength and Conditioning Coaches
• Personal Trainers
• Fitness/Health Facility Managers
• Work-Site Wellness Coordinators
• Group Fitness Instructors

Common Graduate Studies

• Exercise Science
• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics
• Motor Learning

The objective of the Clinical and Pre-Professionals Studies concentration within the Exercise Science major is to better prepare students for entry into clinical fields and/or graduate education. The Clinical & Pre-Professional Studies concentration focuses on developing knowledge and skills that are required for allied health professionals and professional degree graduate education.

• Suggested 4-year course plan
• Pre-health Professions (Physical Therapy, Medicine, or Physician Assistant) , refer to the following table to typical professional school requirements: Pre-Health Professions course recommendations

Common Careers 

• Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Specialists
• Clinical Exercise Physiologists
• Allied Health Programs (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician’s Assistant, Nursing, Chiropractic, Medical School)
• Athletic Training

Transfer students should contact the Department Administrator

The goal of the Exercise Science Program is to prepare competent entry-level Exercise Science professionals in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.

Program Retention Rates: 2023-24 Freshman to Sophomore: 88.8%; Overall: 81.8%