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Psychological Sciences

Phd program of study.

The Department of Psychological Sciences offers a PhD in Psychology with an emphasis in the following Training Areas :

• Clinical Psychology
• Cognition and Neuroscience  
• Developmental Psychology  
• Quantitative Psychology
• Social/Personality Psychology

The MA in Psychology is earned en route to doctoral degrees. Please note that our program does not accept students who only want to earn the MA degree.  Students earn the MA during the first three years and then the student continues toward the PhD.  

"The PSY program at Mizzou is not the program that I began my graduate career, but I want it to end. I am very grateful to be a part of this intellectual and welcoming community that helps me grow as a researcher and person." - Taeik  Kim, Social/Personality Graduate Student

The main focus of the graduate program is research. Students are affiliated with a research lab and a faculty mentor. Much of the coursework involves theoretical, statistical, and empirical research issues. Students are expected to conduct original research. Many have published their work in top rated journals; some have acquired their own federal funding for research.

" As a graduate student, the expertise I have received from the psychology faculty here at Mizzou has been instrumental in the advancement of my research goals and to my personal growth as a young investigator. As an openly autistic scientist, I’m so thankful to have such a warm and accepting community here at Mizzou amongst my fellow graduate students and department faculty. ” - Scout Bolton, Clinical Graduate Student

The Department of Psychological Sciences offers an integrated teaching program, Teaching of Psychology Practicum. After earning the MA students are eligible to teach an undergraduate course. They do so in a supervised manner, meeting with a teaching mentor and other graduate student teachers to discuss teaching issues. This unique supervised teaching experience prepares students to excel in teaching.

" I feel very fortunate to be a part of such a collaborative and supportive area in Social and Personality Psychology at Mizzou.  The advisors want students to succeed, and the graduate students support each other both in our studies and research as well as spending time together outside of graduate school." - Ryan Goffredi, Social/Personality Graduate Student

Graduate Student Handbook

The Graduate Student Handbook is a guide for graduate students in the Department of Psychological Sciences. It contains information on departmental procedures and regulations. 

• Graduate Student Handbook (Fall 2022 Edition)

We have a Canvas page with continually-updated information on the psychology program and opportunities for current Mizzou graduate students and faculty members.  Self-enroll in the Canvas page by  clicking this link .

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 Our Program

Our Ph.D. Clinical Psychology program is currently in accordance with the scientist-practitioner model of training and is based on the understanding that doctoral-level psychologists i n the future are unlikely to function solely in a service capacity as psychotherapists. Applicants to our program should also be aware of the possibility that our program may transition to the clinical science training model at some point during their program of study with us (to learn more, visit the Academy of Psychological Clinical Science website ).  Indeed, our alumni surveys indicate that most of our graduates have some combination of supervisory, teaching, training, administration, program evaluation, basic research, grant-writing, and other non-service roles in addition to, or rather than, direct service responsibilities. The program curriculum provides academically rigorous preparation so that our graduates can excel in these complex roles and responsibilities. This means that all of our students are expected to develop strong research skills, and strong clinical skills, and to form professional identities that integrate science and practice.

Our Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Program was recently named as one of the 50 Great Tuition-Free Doctoral Programs in Clinical and Counseling 2018 .

See the tables regarding Time to Completion, Program Costs, Internship Data, and Student Attrition .

Strong Research Environment

Our program has a significant research emphasis and is embedded within a strong research university. The University of Missouri-St. Louis faculty continue to be among the leading researchers in their fields. By using a mentorship model of research training, students who work closely with their research advisor are most successful in gaining the conceptual and methodological skills needed to function as scientists. Thus, our students select research topics that fall within their faculty advisor's program of research, and that also allow for growing independence and personal achievements in professional research activities (conference presentations, publications, involvement in preparation of grant applications).

Excellence in Clinical Training

In addition to providing high-quality clinical training in assessment and intervention in our primary training clinic , our program is also affiliated with two specialty training clinics that provide supplementary experiences: Center for Trauma Recovery and the Children's Advocacy Center. A number of our faculty members are involved in clinical research aimed at the development and evaluation of new interventions. Our campus has been ranked one of the top 15 in the nation for its strong relationship with the local community. Thus, research and clinical experiences are truly integrated in the best of the Scientist-Practitioner tradition.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Our program recognizes the importance of cultural and individual differences and diversity in the training of psychologists. These include, but are not limited to ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, culture, age, disability, gender, gender identity, language, national origin, religion and social economic status. Thus, we are committed to achieving a diverse student body and welcome inquiries about our program from potential applicants. During the selection process, all students receive full consideration and are judged only by criteria required for success in the program. While in the program, all students, including ethnic and sexual minority students, are given ample faculty attention and support to allow them to proceed through the program successfully. In regard to the program curriculum, a diversity course is offered, and components of all core courses are designed to prepare students for work with diverse populations. Students gain extensive clinical experience working with diverse populations our training clinic, program-based practica, and clerkships. A Monday Forum, held throughout the academic year, is dedicated to addressing diversity issues. Students are expected to attain both demographic competency and demonstrate the competency of dynamic worldview inclusivity. Clinical faculty members and a most of our students are members of the UM-St. Louis Safe Zone community.

In addition, our program has formed a specialized Diversity Committee, comprised of volunteer students and faculty members. This committee works each semester to specifically attend to diversity-related matters such as coordinating our annual program climate survey, receiving student feedback, hosting program forums and speakers on diversity-related topics in research/clinical work/teaching, informing the program about St. Louis news and events, linking students to national diversity-related resources, and generally ensuring that inclusion remains a foundation and focus of all aspects of our program. Students are welcome to serve on this committee at some point during their time in the program.

The following resources may be useful for students who are interested in applying to our program and for students in our program.

University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology: Commitment to Diversity

UMSL's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 

APA Guidebook: Applying to Graduate and Professional Programs

APA Resource Guide for Graduate Students with Disabilities

APAGS Guide for LGBT Students Navigating Graduate Training (Proud and Prepared)

APAGS Resource Guide for Ethnic Minority Students

APA Minority Fellowship Program

The Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (the psychology national licensing exam) is considered one of the most objective criteria for evaluating the quality of clinical psychology training programs. Graduates of the program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis have consistently scored in the top 15% of all training programs in the United States on this exam.

Accreditation Status

The University of Missouri-St. Louis Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology has been continuously approved by the American Psychological Association since 1977. 

Prospective applicants can confirm the program's accreditation status with the American Psychological Association's Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation .

Applicants should carefully review instructions provided on our Admissions page.

Tables regarding Time to Completion, Program Costs, Internship Data, and Student Attrition can be found  here.

For additional questions about the clinical program, email the Director of Clinical Training, Dr. Steven Bruce, at [email protected].

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Clinical Psychology, Ph.D.

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The Clinical Psychology Doctoral Training Program at Saint Louis University adheres to the scientist-practitioner model of training in clinical psychology.  As part of the Department of Psychology , our students receive strong generalist training and develop extensive skills in research.  Our diverse faculty members offer specialized clinical training opportunities in clinical child psychology, clinical neuropsychology, health psychology, trauma psychology and sports psychology.

U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Saint Louis University's clinical psychology graduate education program among the top programs in the United States.

Program Highlights

Areas of emphasis, experience or exposure.

Our program’s major area of study is adult clinical psychology. Consistent with the APA taxonomy, you may elect one of the following areas of emphasis, experience or exposure: clinical neuropsychology, clinical child psychology, health psychology, trauma psychology or sports psychology. Students interested in pursuing one of these areas work with their advisor to establish an individualized curriculum and training plan. Relevant research may be conducted in any of these areas.

Clinical Child Psychology (Experience or Exposure)

Elective graduate courses for students interested in clinical child psychology include Child Assessment and Psychopathology, Child Interventions, Couples and Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Interventions and Psychopharmacology. External placements involving pediatric, child and adolescent assessment, consultation and intervention are also available.

Clinical Neuropsychology (Emphasis, Experience or Exposure)

Elective graduate courses for students interested in clinical neuropsychology include Fundamentals of Neuropsychology, Neuropsychological Assessment, Memory and Cognition, Physiological Psychology and Psychopharmacology. Supervised clinical experience in neuropsychological assessment, consultation and treatment is offered through external placements.

Health Psychology (Experience or Exposure)

Students interested in health psychology should consider taking courses in clinical health psychology, cognitive behavior interventions, psychopharmacology, sports psychology and addictions: assessment and interventions. Additional courses related to health psychology are offered in SLU's College for Public Health and Social Justice . External placements in the application of psychological services to enhance physical well-being and health are available.

Trauma Psychology (Experience or Exposure)

Students interested in working in the field of trauma are offered elective graduate coursework in the psychology of trauma, cognitive-behavioral interventions and addictions: assessment and interventions. Additional courses related to traumatic stress are offered through SLU's College for Public Health and Social Justice . Supervised clinical training experiences with those who have experienced trauma are offered within the on-campus Psychological Services Center on a trauma-focused team.

Sports Psychology (Experience or Exposure)

Elective graduate courses in sports psychology, health psychology and cognitive-behavioral interventions are offered to students interested in sports and performance psychology. Students work with teams and athletes across the community, including the SLU Department of Athletics, through research, practicum and clinical training opportunities.

Curriculum Overview

The clinical psychology program at Saint Louis University is designed to provide broad and general doctoral education and training in health service psychology. Our faculty members are committed to training and education that evidences the integration of science and practice, that is sequential, cumulative, graded in complexity, designed to prepare students for further organized training and that indicates respect for and understanding of individual and cultural diversity.

Further information about the program can be found in the handbook and student manual.

Program Handbook   Student Manual

Thirty-six credits are required for SLU's master's degree in clinical psychology, including 30 credits of departmental and clinical core coursework and six credits of thesis research. Each student must complete and defend a thesis. Upon completing the master's degree, doctoral students complete an additional 42 credits of coursework and 12 credits of dissertation research.

Ph.D. students conduct a public presentation and oral defense of the dissertation after completing this research project. They must also complete an APA-approved internship in clinical psychology before receiving their doctoral degree.

Students enrolled in the program can also complete a graduate certificate in Public Health .

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Fieldwork and Research Opportunities

Training in psychological assessment and intervention for children, adolescents and adults is provided through the on-campus Psychological Services Center.

Advanced clinical training opportunities in neuropsychology, pediatric and clinical child psychology, health psychology and academic psychology are available through collaborative relationships with medical centers, agencies and practitioners in the St. Louis community. Specialized research, clinical and academic opportunities also are available through various fellowships, grants and contracts.

SLU's American Psychological Association-accredited clinical psychology program will train students to be competent and ethical scientist-practitioners in various health care settings. Job possibilities include clinical psychology, clinical health psychology, neuropsychology and child and pediatric psychology positions.

Students in SLU's graduate program in clinical psychology have gained professional experience through internships at Baylor College of Medicine, Boston Medical Center, Vanderbilt University VA Medical Center, Rush University Medical Center and the University of Louisville, among others.

Admission Requirements

Most students enter the program with a bachelor's degree and complete both the Master of Science degree and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in the clinical program.

All applicants apply to the Ph.D. program. Applicants who have earned a Master of Arts or Master of Science degree in psychology may apply for advanced standing upon matriculation into the program.

Students admitted to the program typically have an average undergraduate GPA of 3.7 (on a 4.0 scale). Admitted students usually also have relevant clinical and research experience. Students must have completed a minimum of 21 credits in psychology, including courses in general psychology, abnormal psychology and research and/or statistical methods. Applications must be submitted by December 1.

Application Requirements

• Application form (no fee required)
• Transcript(s)
• Three letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Diversity statement

Requirements for International Students

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students. International students must also meet the following additional requirements:

• Demonstrate  English Language Proficiency
• Financial documents are required to complete an application for admission and be reviewed for admission and merit scholarships. 
• A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the student's time at Saint Louis University
• A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of the student's study at the University
• Courses taken and/or lectures attended
• Practical laboratory work
• The maximum and minimum grades attainable
• The grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations
• Any honors or degrees received.

WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

Assistantship Application Deadline

Students who want to be considered for an assistantship must submit their application by December 1. All applicants accepted for admission are considered for assistantships. No separate assistantship application is required.

Review Process

Applications are reviewed by a committee of psychology department faculty members.

Additional charges may apply. Other resources are listed below:

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Scholarships, Assistantships and Financial Aid

For priority consideration for a graduate assistantship, apply by the program admission deadlines listed. Fellowships and assistantships provide a stipend and may include health insurance and a tuition scholarship for the duration of the award. 

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Accreditation

The American Psychological Association has continually accredited Saint Louis University's clinical psychology program since 1965.

Questions related to the program's accreditation status should be directed to the American Psychological Association's Commission on Accreditation:

Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation American Psychological Association 750 1st Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 202-336-5979 http://apa.org/ed/accreditation

Student Admissions, Outcomes and Other Data 

• Graduates will be able to demonstrate Discipline-Specific Knowledge (DSK) (categories 1- 3) as defined by the American Psychological Association’s Office of Accreditation.
• Graduates will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of DSK category 4 as defined by the American Psychological Association’s Office of Accreditation.
• Graduates will be able to meet or exceed expectations on the Profession Wide Competencies (PWCs) as defined by the American Psychological Association’s Office of Accreditation.

Bachelor's Degree Entry

This option is for students entering with a bachelor’s degree.

At least one taken each semester in residence

Master's Degree Entry

This option is for students entering with a master’s degree.

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

Program Notes

We do not have a terminal master’s degree. Coursework generally includes 90 credits including six hours of thesis research and 12 hours of dissertation research. In certain cases, credit may be award for completion of History and Systems of Psychology prior to program matriculation.

Students apply for an internship during their fourth year and generally complete it during their fifth year. The internship is required for the award of the doctoral degree. Once in a while, a student does not match in which case we work with the student to determine how to best spend the fifth year during which time they re-apply for internship. Dissertation hours (0-3 credits) may be taken while on internship.

Coursework generally involves 60 graduate credits including 42 hours of coursework, six practicum hours and 12 hours of dissertation research.

Students entering with a clinical master’s degree must have fulfilled the requirements for the Profession Wide Competency (PWC) Courses in their master’s degree programs. If these courses were not completed, were not completed at the graduate level, lacked original source material, were not completed with a grade of "B" or better or in any other way did not meet our curricular requirements, these courses will need to be taken. This plan also assumes that students have completed at least nine hours of Discipline Specific Knowledge (DSK) credit in Research Methods/Statistics in their master’s programs. In total, six hours of Statistics and six hours of Research Methods (at least three hours of which address psychometric theory and/or test development) are required at the graduate level.

Students entering with a clinical master’s degree usually apply for an internship during their third year and generally complete it during their fourth year. The internship is required for award of the doctoral degree. Once in a while, a student does not match for an internship in which case we work with the student to determine how to best spend the fourth year during which time they re-apply for an internship. Dissertation hours (0-3 credits) may be taken while on internship.

For additional information about our program, please contact

David Kaufman, Ph.D., ABPP Director of the Clinical Psychology Program [email protected]

Annie Garner, Ph.D. Coordinator of Admissions [email protected] .

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The department of psychological sciences offers a doctoral program with emphases in clinical psychology, cognition and neuroscience, developmental psychology, quantitative psychology, and social/personality psychology. the department also offers a dual program in child clinical and developmental psychology. all emphasis areas offer broad empirical and theoretical training with a research emphasis. the clinical psychology emphasis area is accredited by the american psychological association and by the psychological clinical science accreditation system, and is a member of the academy of psychological clinical science., degrees offered, director of graduate study, dennis miller.

[email protected] 573-884-8141 210 McAlester Hall

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*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension .

Admission Criteria

• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• Minimum GRE score: There is no minimum GRE score required. Submission of GRE Scores is optional. Please know that we do not view a lack of GRE scores negatively. No application will be dinged in the review process by not including GRE scores. However, if an applicant has taken the GRE and feels their inclusion would enhance their application, then scores should be included.
• An interview is required for admission to the clinical psychology program.
• Students earn an MA en route to the PhD, but we do not admit students seeking a terminal master’s degree.
• Most students accepted have an undergraduate major in psychology or its equivalent. Acceptance is based on training, quality of work, recommendations, GRE scores and other information. For additional information on admission requirements, consult Graduate Study in Psychology and Associated Fields, published annually by the American Psychological Association and available in most libraries.

Minimum Language Requirements

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Required Application Materials

For the graduate school.

• Completed Graduate School online application
• Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
• Official Results of  English Proficiency Exams  (International applicants only)

For the Psychology Program

• All application materials should be submitted directly through the Graduate School Online Application
• Select at least one, but not more than three, faculty members as potential mentors.
• 500 word personal statement
• Three letters of recommendation
• Writing Sample/Sample of Work :  Research or academic paper you authored, preferably in your area of interest.
• Submission of GRE scores is optional
• CV/Resume: Your resume or vita should list relevant research achievements, including published papers, conference presentation and fellowships.
• Psychology departmental application (built into the Graduate School online application)

Graduate Certificate

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Degree Dependent:    Yes

Total Credit Hours:   15

Certificate description:   Developmental psychology and lifespan developmental studies include the scientific study of psychological changes that occur over the life course. Therefore, developmental studies are inherently interested in many of the same questions of other areas of psychology, education, family studies, etc., but by investigating the ways in which particular psychological processes change and develop from infancy to adolescence, and through to adulthood. The purpose of the graduate certificate in lifespan development is to provide students in other areas of psychological study, or human behavior broadly defined, a better understanding of the ways in which psychological functions change with age, as well as the challenges and special considerations that are a part of research with children and adolescents and how they may be different from those of working with adults.

Certificate web site: https://catalog.missouri.edu/collegeofartsandscience/additionalcertificatesminors/grad-cert-lifespan-development/

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The Clinical Psychology program is accredited by the American Psychological Association and by the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System, and is a member of the Academy of Psychological Clinical Science. The Clinical program follows a clinical science model of training. Central to this model is a commitment: 

• to using an empirical approach to understand, ameliorate, and prevent human problems in behavior, affect, cognition, and health;
• to promoting adaptive human functioning; and
• to disseminating and applying knowledge in ways consistent with scientific evidence.

The Clinical program prepares students for careers involving production, dissemination and support of clinical science research. Clinical faculty and students are active in research and scholarship that advances understanding of the symptoms, causes, course, treatment, and prevention of many of our nation’s most distressing and impairing mental/behavioral health issues (e.g., addictions, anxiety, developmental disorders, juvenile delinquency, mood instability and disorders, schizophrenia) in youth and adults. Students work primarily with core clinical faculty, but may also collaborate with researchers throughout the department and in other campus and community units (e.g., health psychology, Psychiatry, engineering, Thompson Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Fulton State Hospital, Psychological Services Clinic).

Students also develop clinical skills in empirically supported approaches to assessment, prevention and intervention. The Clinical program maintains its own community-based outpatient clinic (the Psychological Services Clinic or PSC) as the primary practicum training site for students in the clinical program. The PSC is staffed by doctoral-level clinical psychologists and clinical graduate students, and it serves a broad range of clients through individual, couple, family, and group assessment and therapy services. The PSC also offers training in specialty services through it's Dialectical Behavior Therapy program, Strategies Targeting Alcohol Responsibility program, and MU Center for Evidence-Based Youth Mental Health. Additional clinical experiences are available through paid or volunteer positions at institutions such as Fulton State Hospital, University Hospitals and Clinics, and the Thompson Center. After completing high quality internships, typically at medical centers, VAs, or university research centers, graduates are employed in positions that involve research, teaching and service in universities, medical centers, clinics, hospitals and similar agencies.

• 83 total hours of coursework
• In addition to an psychopathology psychology course, four Distribution courses that cover the following content areas--affective, biological, cognitive, developmental, and social aspects of behavior--as well advanced integrative knowledge of at least two of these areas (15 hours)
• Training area courses (24 hours)
• Statistics (9 hours)
• Ethics and Professional Issues (1 hour)
• Completion of Masters
• Completion of comprehensive examination
• A written doctoral dissertation
• Oral examination on thesis research

Applicants are required to meet two sets of minimum qualifications for admission: the requirements of the PhD in Psychology program and the minimum requirements of the Graduate School . Because requirements vary, you must refer to a degree program’s graduate admission page to learn about specific admission criteria, application deadlines, eligibility and application process. Before official admissions to the University of Missouri, your application materials will be reviewed by both the Graduate School and the degree program to which you’ve applied.

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Psychology Doctoral Programs in Missouri

Are you ready to compare Doctoral Programs in Psychology in Missouri? If you are a resident of the “Show-Me State”, and looking to advance your career within the discipline of Psychology, the first step is enrolling in Psychology Doctoral Programs that will help you prepare for licensure.

There are a variety of different traditional and modern doctoral programs that you can choose from as a major in Psychology. Unfortunately, not all programs in the state of Missouri are created equal, and choosing an accredited program is vital. Here are doctoral-level psychology graduate programs that are well-known and focus on clinical and counseling psychology.

University of Missouri–Columbia

College of arts and science, department of psychological sciences.

The Graduate School at University of Missouri currently offers 93 different Master’s degree programs and 68 doctoral programs. As the only public institution to be selected for membership to the Association of American Universities, admission to the four-campus University of Missouri System is very competitive. The Department of Psychological Sciences reviews many applications for programs with an emphasis on Clinical Psychology, Quantitative Psychology, Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, and Personality Psychology. The department also has a lot of interest in unique dual program opportunities that are currently being offered, which all offer theoretical training with an emphasis on research-oriented curriculum.

Clinical Psychology PhD

The Clinical Psychology PhD offered by the Department of Psychology within the College of Arts and Science is an accredited research-oriented program that takes a traditional approach to curriculum. By enrolling in this program, students will receive broad and empirical training with an emphasis on research rather than an emphasis on generalist psychological sciences. Those who complete a Clinical Psychology PhD program will be eligible for licensure, and will be prepared for field-related positions in research and education.

Counseling Psychology PhD

The Counseling Psychology PhD is offered by the College of Education at the University of Missouri-Columbia. The program is accredited by the American Psychological Association and is currently ranked number 9 on a national list by the U.S. News & World Report. This Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology program is full of rich and stimulating lectures and core curriculum centered around the integration of research and service-related projects. Graduates who complete a Counseling Psychology PhD will be prepared to work in fields like Health Education, School Psychology, and Educational Psychology as a practicing counselor.

School Psychology PhD

The School Psychology PhD Program is a doctoral-level research-oriented degree program with an emphasis on psychology in the learning environment. The program is research-oriented, but also includes applied training and theoretical teaching so that students can learn how to use research while improving the life of learners in an educational setting. The school currently has three different centers and each of these centers collaborates with one another to stimulate students. In 2005, the program was ranked 4th in the nation on a list published by the Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index for outcomes.

Accreditations

• American Psychological Association
• Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System

College of Arts and Science 210 McAlester Hall Columbia, MO 65211 573-882-0838 https://psychology.missouri.edu/grad/graduate-program

University of Missouri–Kansas City

College of arts and sciences, department of psychology.

The Department of Psychology offers programs at an undergraduate level, psychology master’s programs, and also two different tracks for students studying for their PhD. The primary focus of the department is to study how behavioral sciences and the contribution to the discipline of Psychology has changed health and health care. The faculty members teaching Bachelor’s, Master’s, traditional and online doctorate programs at UMKC are national and international leaders is researching a variety of factors that can affect behavior and health.

The Department of Psychology is an active member of the community and works directly with several institutions, including the Cancer Institute, St. Luke’s Hospital, Truman Medical Centers, and University of Kansas City Medical Center to improve health care. The mission of the department is to enhance public health by training students in the field, and to enhance the health outcomes through empirical research. All doctoral programs take a research-oriented approach to delivering knowledge.

The Clinical Psychology PhD program is a license-eligible accredited clinical program that provides students with an entry-level foundation of knowledge in science and practice. There is a very strong emphasis in Health Psychology and the curriculum emphasizes  the integration of research and clinical practice so that students receive what is referred to as science-practice training.

This PhD program is suitable for students who would like to pursue a career in a research, medical, or academic setting, but will also prepare you for licensure. Because the program is based on a scientist-practitioner model, you will cover a broad range of topics which can range from psychophysiology research all the way to public health research. The outcome is to learn how to contribute as a professional to promote a high quality of life for all through the integration of science and practice.

Experimental Health Psychology PhD

Experimental Health Psychology is a doctoral-level degree program with a primary focus on preparing advanced-level students to enhance the health outcomes for both communities and the individuals living within the communities. This full-time graduate program covers fundamental areas of quantitative, methodological, health, and experimental psychology, and integrates all of the areas together. You will learn how to develop your research skills in this research-oriented program, and will be able to apply the skills to real-world problems so that you are prepared for professional positions in academia, research facilities, or government offices.

Upon completion of this degree, you will have a core of knowledge on research methods, scientific psychology, empirical evidence, and theoretical foundations so that you can carry out your own individual research. Training can be done on-campus, with the option to complete some courses online.

Contact Department of Psychology 5030 Cherry Street Cherry Hall, Room 324 Kansas City, MO 64110 Phone: 816.235.1318 E-Mail: [email protected] https://cas.umkc.edu/psychology/degree-programs/graduate-programs/clinical-ph-d-option/

University of Missouri–St. Louis

The Department of Psychology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis currently has the largest program in the College of Arts and Sciences, with over 700 undergraduate majors and 70 PhD students. The primary goal of the department is to prepare students, both undergraduate and graduate-level, for careers directly or indirectly in modern psychology. What makes each of the three graduate programs unique is that they are designed with modernity in mind. This makes research within the university and the department extremely important as well as a priority. With departmental laboratories where faculty and students work alongside one another, the department has earned the nickname the department of diversity.

The Clinical Psychology PhD program offered by the Department of Psychology at UMSL integrates the academic, research and applied aspects of Psychology to prepare students to become competent researchers, educators, or scientifically-based practitioners. As an accredited program that is in accordance with with scientist-practitioner training model, doctorate-level students who graduate are not likely to function in a service level role. In fact, the surveys show that graduates of the program more often play non-service roles in basic research, supervisory, and teaching.

As you might expect, because this program takes the scientist-practitioner approach, there is a strong emphasis on research and faculty members are among the top leaders of research within their fields. Following a mentorship model, you have peace of mind in knowing that you will work closely with faculty and research advisors so that you can gain the skills that you need to succeed in conceptual and methodological research. Based on the data released on the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, graduates of this program have consistently scored in the top 15% of all programs nationally.

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Department of Psychology One University Boulevard 325 Stadler Hall St. Louis, MO 63121-4499 (314) 516-5391 http://www.umsl.edu/divisions/artscience/psychology/psychology/clinical/index.html

Saint Louis University

The Department of Psychology currently teaches over 300 undergraduate students and 100 graduate students in different areas of Psychology. With more than 25 leading faculty members, the department sets a diverse tone to the study of exploring the complexities of the brain and human behavior. Currently, the Department of Psychology offers both undergraduate and graduate study options. The mission of the department as a whole is to encourage students to apply their critical thinking skills and use curiosity as they gain a value-based, holistic education.

The mission of the clinical psychology Doctor of Psychology program is to prepare graduates for a career in clinical psychology by training students on broad topics like practice and science. By enrolling in this program, you will learn how to be an ethical clinical psychologist as you develop a broad understanding and knowledge of theoretical, scientific, and conceptual foundations in the field of psychology and other sub-disciplines.

Students who have completed this scientist-practitioner modeled program have been successful in the field. Based on the outcome published by the school, 96 percent of the students who earned a doctoral degree through the college went on to earn their license. It took an average of 4.3 years for students with an advanced standing, and 5.5 years for bachelor-level students to complete the program. These averages consider the time it takes for full-time and part-time students to graduate.

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Shannon Hall, Room 209 3511 Laclede Ave. St. Louis, MO 63103-2010 [email protected] phone:314.977.2300 https://www.slu.edu/arts-and-sciences/academics/degrees/graduate/psychology-clinical-ms.php

Washington University in St. Louis

Graduate school of arts and sciences.

Washington University in St. Louis is home to 6500 graduate students and 1000 non-traditional students studying weekends, evenings, and online. As a nationally and internationally known institute for teaching, patient care, and research, the university is dedicated to delivering high quality academic programs through leading faculty members and experts in their respective fields. The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences has innovative programs that address the mind-brain connection, including the Clinical Psychology PhD program taught by the Department of Psychology which was established in 1924.

The Clinical Psychology Doctor of Psychology program is a research-oriented program with a focus on teaching and theoretical subject matter. You will be prepared to be a clinical scientist in careers in teaching, research, and governmental agencies. Students will examine the in-depth study of many different subject areas including: aging, abnormal psychology, cognition, learning, memory, social interactions, personality, perception, and neuropsychology.

Washington University Campus Box 1089 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, Missouri 63130-4899 (314) 935-5000 [email protected] https://psych.wustl.edu/graduate-program

As you can see, there are myriad doctoral-level programs for Psychology majors who would like to work in a research setting or directly in a practice. It is important to sift through different relevant majors and different study models until you choose the model and major that is best for you. Compare the traditional and online doctoral programs, and apply to the Doctoral Programs in Psychology in Missouri that top your own very unique and personalized list.

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Tom Kane, Program Director (Industrial-Organizational Option) Hill Hall, Room 326; Phone 417-836-4901 MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/Psychology/IO [email protected]

D. Wayne Mitchell, Program Director (Experimental Option) Hill Hall, Room 202C; Phone 417-836-6941 MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/Psychology/Experimental [email protected]

NOTE:  EXPERIMENTAL OPTION IS NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS AT THIS TIME. This program is designed to educate qualified students in sub-disciplines of psychology and includes extensive and necessary research training and internships.

The Industrial and Organizational program option received full membership/certification from the Council of Applied Master’s Programs in Psychology (CAMPP) in April 2005. Full membership indicates that the program complies with the general standards for education and training for applied master’s programs.

Program description

The MS Psychology degree program consists of two options: Industrial-Organizational and Experimental.

Entrance requirements

Admission to our Master's program is very competitive and decisions regarding acceptance will begin March 1. Hence, the application deadline is February 15th. All application materials, including recommendation letters, should be submitted by February 15th.

• To be considered for admission to the program, a student must submit a Graduate Application and the departmental application.
• transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions that the student has attended; and
• GRE scores including Quantitative, Verbal and Critical Thinking and Writing.
• a formal application, including a statement of career goals and detailing experience in the community, research, or other relevant non-classroom activities; and
• at least three (3) letters of recommendation (including at least two (2) from college-level teachers who are well acquainted with the student's academic achievements).
• completion of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
• cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in undergraduate and graduate work and 3.25 in the major field;
• a 3.25 GPA in at least twenty (20) semester hrs or thirty (30) quarter hours of Psychology courses including courses in both statistics and research methods;
• submission of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores, with a recommended Verbal Score of 151 or higher and Quantitative Score of 142 or higher. 

A student who does not meet all the above criteria, but who demonstrates outstanding potential, may be considered on the basis of individual merit by the Graduate Admissions Committee and accepted on probationary status.

Additional program requirements

Some academic programs in the health related areas will require students to pass a background security check and a drug screening. These programmatic screening policies are a result of health organizations’ requirements for placement at their clinical sites. Students will be financially responsible for the background security check and drug screening. Please see each academic program requirements, applications materials and admission standards for specific detailed information. Students who do not pass the appropriate screenings may not be able to complete the program or practice professionally.

Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Option

Adopting a scientist-practitioner model, the Industrial-Organizational (I-O) option is designed to develop research skills and general knowledge of I-O content areas. The focus of the track is on the application of psychological research methods and principles in a variety of settings, including business, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. Students can select either an internship or thesis option. Objectives of the I-O track include:

• development of research and statistical skills for job analysis, performance assessment, measurement of individual differences, program development and evaluation;
• development of a knowledge base concerning important contextual influences on behavior, including social influences, work motivation, job design, organizational theory and training and development;
• development of an understanding of the philosophical, ethical, and legal constraints on the practice of applied psychology;
• development of communication and interpersonal competence necessary for successful functioning in organizations.

Experimental Option

The experimental option is designed to prepare students for doctoral studies. That is, it is for those students who wish to primarily pursue an academic/research career (to teach at the university level and to conduct basic or applied research in an effort to advance the science of behavior). Objectives of the experimental track include:

• development of skills needed to design, conduct, analyze, and report research;
• acquisition of a broad background in psychology (theory and measurement) as well as specialized knowledge in an area of interest, such as learning, memory, and cognition; attention and perception; physiological; development; ethological or quantitative psychology.

Degree requirements

The program has been designed as a full-time, two-year (four semester) course of study. The total number of credits required for graduation is 47 semester hours. Because most required courses will not be offered nights or weekends, and the Practicum, Internship, Directed Research, and Thesis require time blocks available during the day, a student will be unable to complete all of the degree requirements on a part-time basis. The student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or better, show satisfactory progress toward completion of degree requirements, and correct any unsatisfactory performances.

If deficiencies are not removed during the succeeding semester, the student may be terminated from the program.

Students are expected to conform to the Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct of the American Psychological Association. All students will be evaluated periodically on performance in course work, development of research skills, and professional development. Performance of assistantship duties will also be evaluated if applicable.

The purpose of these periodic evaluations is to determine if the student's continuation in the program is warranted. Evaluation procedures are available in the departmental office.

Core requirements (required for all options)

Industrial-organizational option course requirements.

Plus at least three (3) courses from the following list:

Experimental option course requirements - NOT ACCEPTING APPLICAITONS AT THIS TIME

Comprehensive examination.

A written comprehensive examination must be passed by the candidate before a degree will be granted.

Culminating experiences

Culminating experiences are crucial to the MS in Psychology program because these experiences are typically a major consideration in employment and in opportunities for doctoral study.

Internships will be congruent with program goals and will be conducted in sites appropriate to the career goals of each student. For each credit hour, students must serve 60 hours at the internship agency. Evaluation of student performance will come from two sources: first, supervisors and caseworkers at the agency, and second, university faculty including the Graduate Program Coordinator and the director of the internship. Besides providing extensive, supervised fieldwork, the internship will allow students to integrate theoretical and research knowledge with specific aspects of the applied experience.

The primary purpose of the thesis is to allow the student to establish and demonstrate research competency. In the pursuit of this goal, students will learn the following:

• How to identify an original and significant research problem;
• How to conduct comprehensive background literature searches on the topic;
• How to collect, analyze, and interpret data; and
• How to communicate research results in a scientifically lucid fashion.

The written thesis followed by an oral defense will serve this function.

Dana Paliliunas, Program Director Hill Hall, Room 318; Phone 417-836-6349 [email protected]

The Doctor of Psychology degree (PsyD) is designed to train and develop clinical psychologists to meet the immense mental health challenges that our communities experience today and will continue to face, in the future. The core coursework consists of 118 credit hours that include coursework, practicums, professional seminars, and the completion of a dissertation and internship. Coursework is completed in four years and the dissertation and internship are completed in the final year. A unique feature of this program is that in addition to the core 118 hours, students will also complete a 12-hour specialization in one of three areas: Diversity and Activism, Integrated Health, or Behavior Analysis (meeting the coursework requirements to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst). Each of these specializations are designed to meet the needs of communities served by clinical psychologists and represent the scope and depth needed to become a competent and effective scientist practitioner.

Admission requirements

• A cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in undergraduate and graduate work
• Major in psychology or submission of the GRE Psychology Advanced Subject Test scores
• Submission of GRE Scores including Quantitative, Verbal, and Critical Thinking and Writing
• A personal statement outlining career goals and preparation for advanced doctoral work in psychology.
• A diversity statement addressing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical psychology.
• At least 3 letters of recommendation, including at least 2 from college-level teachers who are well acquainted with the student's academic achievements.
• A formal interview for selected applicants.

Degree requirements - 130 hours total

The Doctor of Psychology program includes a core curriculum of 118 credit hours with an additional 12 credit hours in one of three specialization areas (total of 130 credit hours). The program includes the required coursework, a comprehensive examination, practicum and internship experiences, and a doctoral dissertation.

Core curriculum - 118 hours

Core area: theoretical and scientific foundations - 21 hours, core area: research methods for the scientist-practitioner - 6 hours, core area: evaluation of clinical research and practice - 6 hours, core area: classification and assessment - 18 hours, core area: individual and cultural diversity - 9 hours, core area: professional values and communication - 14 hours, core area: effective intervention - 12 hours, core area: clinical and research experience - 32 hours, specialization area electives - 12 hrs, specialization area: behavior analsysis - 12 hours, specialization area: diveristy and activism - 12 hours, specialization area: integrated healthcare - 12 hours.

Transfer Credits : Students may receive transfer credit for graduate courses taken at a regionally accredited institution; the Doctor of Psychology program will evaluate transfer graduate credits on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the university Graduate Transfer Credit policy .

Missouri Master’s in Psychology Degree Programs and Resources

Missouri colleges that offer both terminal and non-terminal degree programs are arranged according to affordability below. There are 10 Missouri colleges that offer 30 postgraduate degree programs in psychology. The areas of study for these programs are psychology, applied behavior analysis, clinical psychology, experimental psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, forensic child psychology, applied educational psychology, counseling psychology, applied quantitative psychometrics, educational psychology, sports psychology, behavioral neuroscience, public health with clinical psychology, applied cognitive and brain sciences, school psychology; and psychological and brain sciences. There is a resource section that lists sites with local psychology information at the bottom of the page. Surrounding states that offer graduate psychology degrees include Arkansas , Oklahoma , Kansas , Nebraska , Iowa , Illinois , Kentucky , and Tennessee . 

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