How Do I Apply?
Submit an online application.
 
To request a program application, please email educate@shu.edu and refer to the Ph.D. Counseling Psychology Program.
 
Application Deadlines
Deadline for program admission is January 15 for admission. The program begins during the fall semester.
Applications are received through the January 15th deadline. 

When Will You Make a Decision on My Application?
Program faculty review each of the paper applications across a number of criteria to determine if the application is complete and if the materials indicate that the applicant's stated professional and research goals are consistent with the training goals of the program.  The application is rated across a number of program criteria, including, but not limited to, undergraduate GPA, GRE scores, research experience, writing skills and professional and research interests.  The program will invite 20-25 applicants for a one day on-campus interview.  Applicants will receive a determination on their application by mid-February.  Program offers are generally made to 6-8 applicants following the on-campus interview.  Applicants who were not extended an interview may re-apply, although applying more than two times is not encouraged.
 
Additional Required Documents

• A complete graduate application form
• Official copies of all previous undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• Official scores from the graduate record examination;
• Three letters of reference from former teachers, professional colleagues or supervisors at work
• A statement of career goals
• A statement of research interests
• A sample of work that demonstrates applicant's ability to perform at the doctoral level. Applicants who believe their standardized test scores are not representative of their true potential are particularly encouraged to submit work samples
• $50 application fee

 
Admissions Criteria and Prerequisites
The counseling Psychology Ph.D. program admits students at both the post-bachelors and post-masters levels. Admission to the program is competitive. Students are admitted once a year for the fall semester, with an application deadline of January 15. Application documentation must be submitted to the Graduate Admissions Office.
Admission decisions are based on all of the above, in addition to a personal interview for a small group of applicants. The program also focuses on students who have demonstrated interests in both research and practice. Further, because of the highly interactive nature of the classroom and practicum experiences, students in the program learn from each other as well as from their professors and supervisors. Therefore, the program seeks to admit students who bring both well-developed interpersonal skills and a variety of personal backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences that may serve to enhance the professional and personal development of their peers.

A personal interview is required.