GRADUATE PROGRAMS
The Psychology Department offers the Ph.D. in three areas of
specialization - clinical, applied
developmental and psychometrics.
Each of the programs is registered with the State of New York
along with a program of required and elective courses established
in each area. The Clinical Program meets the state requirements
for licensing. Students in the programs are expected to demonstrate
substantial grounding in general psychology as well as in their
specialization. The three programs are highly integrated, especially
in the first year courses, and departmental faculty serve all
three programs.
The department admits only full-time students working toward
a PhD degree, with the MA degree awarded as the first step in
doctoral training in the three areas of specialization: clinical,
applied developmental, and psychometrics. The program of required
and elective courses in each area meets requirements for depth
and breadth established by the New York State Department of Education,
as described in a supplementary brochure available by writing
to the Office of Graduate Admissions, Fordham University, 441
East Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458.
Admission to all three programs
is highly competitive, and the process is selective. Research
experience is highly valued. The criteria for applicants to all
programs is highly selective. In addition, the clinical program
receives a very high number of applications. An undergraduate
GPA of 3.5 (B+) or better is a usual expectation of the applicant,
and the GRE's are usually in the upper percentiles. In addition
to research experience, most successful candidates also can demonstrate
some experience in the mental health/human services area(s),
either on a paid or voluntary basis. Applicants from traditionally
underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants should submit results of the GRE general aptitude
test. The advanced subject test is required for the clinical
and applied developmental programs.
Resources
American Psychological Association
Association for Psychological Science
Psychology Careers
Society for Research in Child Development
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