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Doctorate in Counseling Psychology
Program Overview
The 88-credit doctoral program in Counseling Psychology provides students with a unique and valuable opportunity to earn a respected and rigorous doctorate in psychology in a culturally sensitive setting. The Counseling Psychology Psy.D. program, offered through Felician University, offers students the training and hands-on experience to emerge as leading psychologists in the field.
Accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psy.D. program prepares graduates in assessment, intervention, and consultation, while providing them with opportunities to practice and refine their research skills. The training is based on the practitioner-scholar model, emphasizing the utilization of empirical data to inform clinical practice.
Graduates of the Doctorate in Counseling Psychology program will be well prepared to practice as psychologists in a variety of settings utilizing the most current evidence-based practices. The coursework and practica will educate and train students to implement psychological treatments that are guided by knowledge of theory as well as empirically-based decision making in the practice setting.
Prerequisites
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology* or a related social science from an accredited institution
*Applicants should have either an undergraduate major in psychology or a solid foundation in psychology through prior coursework. Applicants are expected to have some background in core areas of psychology, at minimum:
Introductory Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Research Methods
Statistics
If an applicant is missing certain foundational coursework, their background will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate Transcript (minimum 3.5 GPA)
Personal Essay
Clinical Interest Statement
Diversity Statement
Resume
Three Letters of Recommendation (Academic/Professional)
Personal Photograph
Non-refundable Application Fee
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Tuition & Financial Aid
The cost for the 88-credit doctorate is $102,080 ($1,160 per credit).
Year 1 (26 credits): $30,160
Years 2 & 3 (50 credits): $58,000 combined
Years 4 & 5 (12 credits): $13,920 combined
In addition to the university tuition, there are university fees of approximately $1,100 per year.
Please note: The listed tuition costs are approximate and are accurate as of the time of writing.
At the graduate level, financial aid is available in the form of loans that can cover the full cost of the degree. Felician University offers payment-plan options as well.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be completed online at this link. Felician University’s FAFSA school code is 002610. Be sure to complete the correct year’s application.
Additional scholarship opportunities for Jewish graduate students include:
Please contact each organization directly regarding eligibility, deadlines, and availability.
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