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Students’ graduate work will largely consist of courses, seminars, reading, and research in their graduate area, and all graduate students should discuss their proposed coursework with their area head prior to registration. There are, however, some departmental requirements that everyone must satisfy. These requirements are primarily designed to insure that students acquire a reasonable breadth of experience within psychology.

Core Courses :  All students are expected to take at least three departmental core courses from at least two of the three content groups listed below.

Core Course Content Groups

PSY 383C Functional Neuroanatomy

PSY 383T Principles of Sensory & Behavioral Neuroscience*

PSY 391N Learning and Memory

PSY 394  Behavioral Neuroendocrinology               

PSY 396D Clinical Psychopharmacology

(B)      

PSY 380E Vision Systems

PSY 387C Human Language Processing

PSY 387N Perceptual Systems

PSY 387S Principles of Cognitive Neuroscience*

PSY 394U.3 Introduction to Cognitive Science

PSY 381E Introduction to Psychophysiology

PSY 386D Multivariate Pattern Analysis of Neuroimaging Data

PSY 385N Fundamentals of Personality Psy      

PSY 385P Fundamentals of Social Psychology*

PSY 388D Individual Differences 

PSY 395S  Fundamentals of Developmental Psy (B or C)*

PSY 380F  Evolutionary Psychology

PSY 394V Social Neuroscience

PSY 394V Theory and Explanation in Social Psychology

PSY 396  Advanced Behavior Pathology*

* APA approved for Clinical students.

First year students must take at least one core course, and must take all core and quantitative courses, on a letter grade basis. Students should complete the core course requirement by the end of the third year. Core courses may be taken on a credit/no credit basis during the second and third years. 

Quantitative Courses:  All students are expected to take two quantitative (statistics) courses.  At least one quantitative course must be taken during the first year. Most first-year students will take PSY 384M-Advanced Statistics: Inferential. The graduate areas may specify which courses should be taken and impose additional quantitative requirements.

First Year:  First year students must take at least nine hours of course work per semester.  During the first year, at least one course must be a departmental core course, at least one must be a statistics course, and at least two must be other substantive courses (which can include other core or statistics courses) that have formal evaluation requirements such as a final exam. In addition, all students are expected to become involved in research activities during the first year. Areas may require their students to register for the research course (390), area seminar courses, and to take additional courses or seminars as deemed necessary for the education of the student.

Teaching Assistants and Research Assistants:  All students employed by the  University as a TA or RA must take at least nine hours of coursework each semester that will count towards the graduate degree. (3 hours in summer session).

An ethics course must be completed prior to being accepted into candidacy. It is expected that the ethics course will be taken in the first or second year. The ethics course may be taken in Psychology or in another department with Graduate Office approval and may vary in number of hours. 

Courses:  Areas may require their students to take certain courses. Some of these required area courses may overlap with the departmental core courses.

Many areas have research or paper requirements.

See  Areas of Study  for more information.  

First Year Evaluation: First year students are formally evaluated by their areas and then by the entire faculty at the end of the first year. The evaluation considers grades and relative performance in core courses and statistics courses, performance in non-core courses, research aptitude and motivation, and professional competence. Outcomes include "pass" with continuation in the PhD program, "probation" with reevaluation, or "fail" with possible option of completing an MA degree.

Competency Evaluation: Each area is required to evaluate its students at the end of their second year or third year to determine their competence in their area of specialization.  The specific form of this evaluation is determined by the areas and varies widely.

The ten courses (30 hours) required for the MA degree must include: a core course from two of the core course content areas; a statistics course; and the thesis courses (698A and 698B). The thesis courses may not be taken simultaneously. Core courses in the core content areas that do not include the student’s own graduate study area may be counted as supporting work courses. An empirical thesis is required. 

The Graduate Adviser’s office has a policy statement, Admission to Candidacy, which you should consult; it describes the departmental and Graduate School requirements and procedures for admission to candidacy. The required course work for admission to candidacy includes three core courses from at least two of the core content areas, two quantitative courses, and appropriate training in the student’s area of specialization.  Discuss area requirements with your area head.

You may not receive TA and/or GRA support for more than 14 long semesters.  Students must complete their doctoral degree in seven years.  If they do not, subsequent courses will be billed at the non-resident tuition rate, regardless of the student’s residency status. No Departmental funding is provided after the sixth year. 

The primary goal of graduate training in the Department of Psychology is to prepare students for academic or other scientific careers in research and teaching. Students develop expertise in one of several areas of specialization: Behavioral Neuroscience; Clinical Psychology; Cognition, Brain, and Behavior; Developmental Psychology; Individual Differences and Evolutionary Psychology; Perception, Brain, and Behavior; and Social Psychology. The program culminates in the PhD degree.

The length of time required to obtain a PhD varies from area to area, but students are expected to proceed as rapidly as is commensurate with an adequate breadth and depth of training. For a student in clinical psychology, a reasonable goal is six years of graduate work, including the internship; for a non-clinical student, four to five years is feasible.

Only students who wish to earn a doctorate are admitted. Most students enter the program with only a bachelor's degree. Some of these students earn a master's degree while progressing to the doctorate; others do not. Some students enter the program with a master's degree from another institution. These students must follow the same general sequence (outlined below) as students entering with a bachelor's degree. The time required to complete the program is, perhaps, one semester less for students who enter with a master's degree from another institution.

Although graduate training at The University of Texas at Austin is highly flexible, there is a general structure for a student's progress to the PhD. All graduate students must satisfactorily complete two advanced statistics courses and a total of three core courses from at least two of the three content groups listed here: (A) physiology and learning (B) perception, cognition, and cognitive development; and (C) abnormal, social, personality, developmental, and individual differences. To be admitted to doctoral candidacy a student must have completed the core courses and statistics requirements and successfully present a formal proposal to their dissertation committee.

During the first year, students take two core courses, a statistics course, and other courses prescribed by the faculty in their areas of specialization. At the end of the year, the faculty formally evaluates the progress of all first-year students. During the second and third years, students complete the departmental requirements, deepen their knowledge and research experiences in their selected area, and satisfy area requirements. These requirements can take any of a number of forms, at the discretion of the area faculty, ranging from a research project to an examination. Programs beyond the third year are largely tailored to the individual's needs and interests and culminate in the planning and execution of a dissertation which gives evidence of the student's ability to carry out independent investigation in his or her major field of interest.

While giving general direction to the student's graduate career, this structure allows latitude for interdisciplinary collaboration. Graduate students in Psychology frequently take courses and work with faculty in other departments such as Educational Psychology, Computer Sciences, Zoology, Mathematics, Linguistics, Sociology, Human Ecology, Pharmacy, and Public Affairs.

Although graduate work is formally supervised by the Committee on Graduate Studies, in many respects the Department of Psychology functions as a cluster of semi-independent interest groups, each with its own specifications for graduate training within the general outline given above. Consequently, an introduction to the department as a whole is best accomplished by briefly surveying the areas that comprise it.

This program description is intended to give general information and the statements in it do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. All monetary and general figures are subject to change.

Portfolio in Applied Statistical Modeling

Located in the department of statistics and data sciences (sds), the primary goals of this portfolio program are to:.

• Offer a cohesive course of study for graduate students seeking to enhance the statistical modeling component of their research and to prepare for successful careers upon graduation;
• Provide a forum for graduate students from across UT to work together and exchange ideas regarding the application of statistical modeling methods to a broad range of areas; and
• Leverage the existing expertise of faculty members in departments across UT whose research focuses on statistics at foundational and applied levels.

Students must complete 12 semester hours of courses as follows in the  Course Requirements . Students are expected to obtain the consent of a Portfolio Adviser (selected from the list of faculty members affiliated with SDS) soon after entering the program to advise their course selections and guide their independent study.

For more information, please see the Department of Statistics and Data Sciences'  Portfolio in Applied Statistical Modeling  webpage.

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Psychology PhD

The Psychology PhD degree program offers advanced study and research training for students seeking to become leading scientists and scholars in the field

The Psychology PhD degree program offers advanced study and research training for students seeking to become leading scientists and scholars in the field. The program encompasses a wide array of specialty areas within psychology, including developmental, cognitive, social and personality psychology, and spans the study of both healthy and clinical populations from infancy through older adulthood.

From the start of their training, doctoral students in psychology work closely in research laboratories with faculty mentors. Although the department is highly interdisciplinary, there are three primary areas of research focus:

• Developmental psychology, which spans topics in children’s social-emotional, cognitive, and language development;
• Cognitive psychology, including topics in traditional cognitive psychology such as attention, motivation, perception, learning and memory, and face perception ranging from basic science perspectives to applied approaches including interventions to improve cognitive function.
• Social and personality psychology, including work focused on cultural differences in socio-emotional processing, moral decision making, the formation and evolution of interpersonal relationships between romantic partners and friends, and research on health disparities.

In addition, a number of research labs conduct research with implications for clinical science, including the effects of stress on health, adolescent mood disorders, and social cognition in autism and schizophrenia populations. We also offer strong training in advanced statistical techniques critical for psychology research including courses on dyadic group analyses, longitudinal growth curve modeling, multilevel modeling, and advanced multivariate analyses.

Doctoral students in psychology benefit from a rich intellectual climate at the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS), including weekly lectures and research presentations by students, faculty, and visiting scholars. The school hosts an annual colloquium series presented by internationally known scientists, and its four research centers periodically offer symposia and workshops that are freely available to doctoral students. Doctoral students receive funding support for presenting their research at professional meetings and conducting their dissertation research. Finally, doctoral students are provided with a variety of other professional development experiences, including opportunities to develop their teaching skills.

The BBS offices and research facilities are located on the Richardson campus and in centers located in Dallas near the campus of the UT Southwestern Medical Center. Facilities at all locations include classrooms and research laboratories for studies of neuroscience, psychology and communication across the lifespan in both typical and clinical populations.

The PhD program in psychology offers exceptional research facilities on the Richardson campus, including state-of-the-art laboratories equipped for studies of event-related potentials, eye tracking, infant visual and auditory preferences, child learning and development, parent-child interactions and adult interpersonal relationships. In addition, the school’s Center for Children and Families , housed at the Callier Center-Richardson location, offers an array of clinical and community outreach activities organized around three main initiatives: promoting healthy families, strengthening interpersonal relationships and enhancing children’s thinking and learning. Partnerships with area hospitals, clinics, agencies and schools further expand student research opportunities. Students also benefit from working with faculty mentors in the Center for BrainHealth and the Center for Vital Longevity.

Degree Requirements

The PhD program in psychology requires a minimum of 75 semester credit hours beyond the baccalaureate degree. Students declare a concentration in developmental psychology, cognitive psychology or social/personality psychology. Students are expected to complete the program coursework and research requirements in four to five years. The research requirements include a qualifying thesis research project and a dissertation research project. Students work collaboratively with their faculty mentor and committee to successfully complete all program milestone projects.

The UT Dallas graduate catalog provides information on degree requirements for the PhD in psychology . For updates, please contact [email protected] . The university’s course look-up site, CourseBook , describes some of the program’s specific courses. The Office of Graduate Studies provides information on academic and other policies .

The psychology admissions committee evaluates applications using a holistic review, which includes prior GPA, letters of recommendation, quantitative and verbal scores for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), and a close examination of the statement of purpose. Admission is contingent on a match between the research interests of the applicant and faculty. Applicants are strongly encouraged to identify faculty with similar research interests and to contact them about current opportunities for admission.

Typically, applicants have an average undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, and completion of an undergraduate degree in a related major is advisable. Completion of a master’s degree is not required. Applicants without a prior degree in psychology should contact the program head for prerequisite coursework.

Applications to the PhD program must include official transcripts, GRE scores, three letters of reference from people qualified to evaluate your potential for successful doctoral study, and a statement of purpose detailing your previous research and professional experiences, your current research interests, and your career goals. The statement of purpose is an extremely important part of your application.

International applicants must provide proof of English proficiency via TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE meeting University minimum requirements.

* GRE scores waived for Fall 2022-24 applicants. Submission of GRE scores (general or subject tests) are optional.

To Submit an Application

Please see the enrollment page of the UT Dallas Office of Graduate Admissions for details on how to submit an application to the PhD program in psychology .

Completed applications must be received on or before December 1 for admission the following fall. There are no spring or summer admissions.

You can check the status of your application using the university’s Orion program.

Questions about the application process can be directed to:

Psychology Doctoral Program School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences The University of Texas at Dallas 800 W. Campbell Rd., GR41 Richardson, TX 75080 [email protected]

Graduate Application Fee Waiver Program

The Office of Graduate Education and the Office of Admission and Enrollment at The University of Texas at Dallas are pleased to offer a Graduate Application Fee Waiver Program to  qualified participants  (past or present). To qualify, students must be applying for a PhD or Master’s degree at UT Dallas. Non-degree applicants are not eligible for fee waivers. Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to request a fee waiver.

Financial Aid

Financial support of full-time doctoral students in psychology is awarded through teaching or research assistantship stipends and tuition scholarships. Admitted students are automatically considered for teaching and research assistant positions.

Other information on financial aid for graduate students is available on the UT Dallas graduate admissions page.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Financial support of full-time doctoral students in psychology is awarded through teaching or research assistantship stipends and tuition scholarships. Admitted students are automatically considered for these sources of financial support, and most admitted students receive some type of support. Please see the UT Dallas Graduate Admissions site for information on other sources of financial aid for PhD students.

UT Dallas’ main campus is located in Richardson, Texas, about 15 miles north of downtown Dallas; some of the centers of the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences are located in Dallas, near the campus of the UT Southwestern Medical School. Both Richardson and Dallas are vibrant communities, with opportunities for art, drama, music, athletics, and other activities. Visit the UT Dallas visitors website for more information about the University.

Richardson and Dallas are richly diverse cities located in one of America’s largest and fastest growing metropolitan areas. The Dallas area boasts 50,000 acres of public park land, the nation’s largest urban arts district with excellent symphony, opera, and art museums, five major sports franchises, multiple entertainment districts, and a thriving culinary scene. The DART rail system runs from the suburbs of Plano and Richardson to the arts district, downtown Dallas, and DFW airport. Yes, it is hot in the summer, but the average daily temperature is 65 degrees (spring, fall, and winter are great!). The area offers a reasonable cost of living and an abundance of sunshine.

Most doctoral classes are held on the main UT Dallas campus in Richardson, but some class offerings may be held in Dallas, at the Callier Center for Communication Disorders, the Center for Brain Health, or the Center for Vital Longevity. Your duties as a teaching assistant or research assistant likely will take place on the main campus in Richardson or at one of the centers in Dallas. Because locations of classes and duties may change over semesters it can be difficult to choose a place to live. Public transportation options are improving, but because commuting by car is relatively easy, many students choose to live in areas between Richardson and Dallas. Some student housing is available on the main campus in Richardson, but on-campus housing caters primarily to undergraduates. You can use online search engines to find housing options that fit your price range and target location, and the program office can also provide information and recommendations from current doctoral students.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact potential mentors prior to submitting application materials. The admissions committee evaluates applications on several dimensions, including not only prior GPA and GRE scores, letters of recommendation, and personal statements, but also the fit between the research interests of the applicant and faculty, and the willingness and ability of the proposed mentor or mentoring team to accept new PhD student supervision responsibilities.

Prior to being admitted, students are invited to visit UT Dallas, to meet with prospective faculty mentors and see their laboratories.

Completed applications must be received on or before  December 1  for admission the following fall. There are no spring or summer admissions.

Yes. We strongly encourage you to identify faculty who share your research interests and to contact them about current opportunities for admission. A primary consideration in PhD admission is a faculty member’s agreement to serve as a student’s mentor.

Decisions on admission are made in mid- to late-February.

The psychology PhD program is an experimental psychology program and provides training for a career in teaching and research. Former graduates have successfully acquired university faculty positions, as well as research positions in hospitals, school systems, healthcare start-ups, and research institutes. Graduates also have worked in applied research settings, conducting program evaluation research with education and intervention programs.

No, we do not offer a clinical or counseling master’s or PhD degree.

This depends on your goals. The master’s degree is appropriate for students interested in broad psychology training beyond the undergraduate level or additional training to prepare them for applying to doctoral programs in clinical psychology and other areas of psychology. The PhD program is appropriate for students interested in careers in research and teaching and involves extensive training in research design and methodology.

These two programs have a lot in common. There is overlap in the coursework of these programs and many of the faculty members are involved with both programs. The psychology program allows for broader training in psychology; students can select a concentration in developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, or social/personality psychology. The cognition and neuroscience program focuses more narrowly on cognitive psychology or neuroscience. One way to decide what program may be best for you is to think about what type of department you see yourself affiliated with in the future and which degree best serves your career goals.

Program Contacts

Program head.

Karen M. Rodrigue, PhD [email protected]

Program Coordinator

Alice Presti Office: JO 4.310 Phone: 972-883-2697 [email protected]

For Additional Program Information

Phd student guide.

The PhD student guide provides information on policies and procedures in the PhD programs in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences.

PhD Student Forms and Information

Degree Plan Psychology Registration and Related Forms Graduate Change of Program Register, Add, Drop, Withdraw Repeated Course Grade Adjustment Transfer of Credit Request Milestones and Annual Reporting Forms Milestones Agreement Form Psychology Guidelines for Completing Theses and Dissertations Psychology Annual Report Qualifying Papers and Projects Qualifying Plan 1: Thesis Overview of Qualifying Plan 1 Psychology Guidelines for Completing Theses and Dissertations Qualifying Thesis Committee Membership Qualifying Thesis Proposal Approval Qualifying Thesis Final Approval Public Presentation of Research Project Request for Extension Dissertation Committee Appointment Form Dissertation Proposal Meeting Public Presentation of Dissertation Proposal Request for Final Oral Exam In Absentia Registration Memo – Absent Committee Member Memo – Committee Member Attending Remotely Checklist for Final Submission of Doctoral Dissertation UTDPP1052

Teaching and Research Assistantship Forms and FAQs UTDPP1075

Requests for Student Travel and Dissertation Support Student Request for Travel Support PhD Research Small Grants Program Application

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Psychology PhD Fast Facts This document provides a quick, printable overview of the program.

Please visit the Office of Graduate studies for additional information on academic policies , PhD deadlines , PhD forms , guidelines for preparing dissertations , and a profile of characteristics of doctoral programs at UT Dallas.

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Texas Psychology Doctorate Programs

Students interested in a career in psychology may want to consider earning their Psy.D. In Texas, there are several good options for earning this clinical-focused degree. You also can choose to earn your Ph.D. and there also are several highly regarded programs you can choose from in Texas. Also, learn below how to earn your psychology license in this state. Keep reading to learn more.

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• Texas PsyD Programs
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• Texas Doctorate Salary Outlook
• The University of Houston has a 92% licensure rate among psychology graduates.
• The annual tuition of an in-state student at Texas Tech is just $23,633.
• Attending Texas A&M will cost an annual tuition of roughly $27,000.
• Texas Tech sports a graduation rate of nearly 60% among first-time, full-time students.
• The University of Houston is the third largest university in the state of Texas.

List of PsyD Programs In Texas

Below are programs in Texas where you can earn your Psy.D. This degree is a good option for students who want to work as clinicians in their psychology careers.

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Our Lady of the Lake University

Our Lady of the Lake University offers a Psy.D. with a concentration in counseling psychology that trains doctoral students for the practice of assessment and intervention with individuals, families, groups, and couples. This Psy.D. program stresses competencies and skills that are needed in the professional practice of psychology. There is more concentration in this program in psychology application in the field and less on academic research activities. This is a four-year program and is accredited by the American Psychological Association. A total of 117 hours are required for graduation if you already hold a master’s degree. One year of full-time residency is also required.

• Institution type: Private
• Main campus: San Antonio, Texas
• Annual tuition: $20,000 in-state and out-of-state
• Degrees offered: Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology
• Accreditation: APA
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Baylor University

Baylor University offers a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology whose goal is to develop competent and professional psychologists with the clinical and conceptual competencies needed to contribute to the science of psychology. The program also aims to teach doctoral students to deliver comprehensive psychological services in a way that is responsive and effective to individual and societal needs. A major focus of this four-year program is didactic coursework and a supervised clinical internship where the student’s clinical competencies can be honed. The program is accredited by the APA.

• Main campus: Waco, Texas
• Annual tuition: $39,270  in-state and out-of-state
• Degrees offered: Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology

University of Houston Clear Lake

The University of Houston Clear Lake offers an APA-accredited Psy.D. in Health Service Psychology with a focus on clinical practice. The major aim of the four-year program is to prepare doctoral students for health professional careers in clinical and school environments. It is modeled to focus on the offering of health services with a strong focus on cognitive-behavioral psychology. Graduates will be highly competent in evidence-based practice, including, assessment, intervention, and consultation.

• Institution type: Public
• Main campus: Houston
• Annual tuition: $10,035 in-state, $20,375 out-of-state
• Degrees offered: Psy.D. in Health Service Psychology

Other Psychology Doctorates in Texas

If you would rather earn your Ph.D. in psychology with a focus on academic research, you have some good options in Texas, which are described below.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

The Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program at UT Southwestern Medical Center is accredited by the APA that prepares graduate students to serve as effective psychological clinicians and researchers. The training philosophy in this five-year program reflects a clinical-researcher training model and features a combined experience of clinical and research settings. The program offers advanced research training for students who want to pursue clinically focused careers. In addition, students interested more in academic or research careers have an excellent clinical foundation to build on. During the practica experience, students will have 1,400 hours of supervision and training.

• Main campus: Dallas
• Annual tuition: $9,941 in-state, $23,636 out-of-state
• Degrees offered: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Austin offers a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology that is based on a proven clinical science training model. The major objective of the program is to prepare doctoral students for teaching and research careers. The second objective is to train students to practice psychology in a clinical setting. The scientific perspective is stressed in the clinical and research training in the five-year, APA-accredited program. Faculty are scholars in many vital aspects of psychology, such as addictive behaviors, human sexuality, PTSD, stress and coping, autism, aging and cognition, and depression.

• Annual tuition: $8,700 in-state, $17,200 out-of-state

Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University offers a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology that blends the clinical-scientist and scientist-practitioner models. It integrates the complete range of teaching, research, and applied skills in training Ph.D. students. Graduates of this APA-accredited program have a strong foundation to pursue a career as a clinical scientist in an academic or research environment. They also can work successfully in clinical settings with patients, or in a high-level administrative role in a healthcare facility. Students typically compete successfully for pre-doctoral internships at major medical centers across the country.

• Main campus: College Station, Texas
• Annual tuition: $10,173 in-state, $22,196 out-of-state

Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University offers a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology that is APA-accredited, with the aim of providing doctoral students with broad and general training in major aspects of psychology. Students will develop the empirical and theoretical knowledge and skills to conduct sound and ethical research. Further, graduate students will develop the knowledge and skills to effectively engage with patients in the practice of clinical psychology. Students will have intensive practicum training at the on-campus Psychology Clinic, but they also can get this essential training at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, University Medical Center, and other local healthcare facilities.

• Main campus: Lubbock, Texas
• Annual tuition: $8,181 in-state, $15,651 out-of-state

The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler offers a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology that offers doctoral students high-quality academic, research, and clinical training with traditionally underserved populations. The focus of the APA-accredited program is to train students to work in rural areas, with veterans, and geropsychology. Intense training in cultural diversity issues is built into the five-year program. Required clinical training is offered in the on-campus clinic as well as in several agencies in East Texas. The program requires 99 credit hours to graduate and there is a one-year clinical internship.

• Main campus: Tyler, Texas
• Annual tuition: $9,700 in-state, $21,000 out-of-state

Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University offers a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology that is designed to produce scientists and practitioners who have expertise in clinical practice and research. The APA-accredited program also has an emphasis on training doctoral students to be legally informed clinicians, with experience and knowledge providing professional psychological services in the US justice system. Students will learn techniques for applying clinical psychology skills to address needs and answer vital research questions in the legal arena.

• Main campus: Huntsville, Texas

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How To Become A Practicing Psychologist In Texas

Pursuing a license in the State of Texas will require attending to a variety of different matters. First and foremost, you’ll have to start out by attaining all of the required education. After that, you’ll need to work with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists in order to attend to all of the documentation, examination, and approvals required to receive your license.

You’ll start out on your path toward a psychologist license by earning both your master’s and bachelor’s degree. You’ll end up spending close to six years in pursuit of both of these degrees though that can change based on the university that you choose to attend. So long as you meet all certification requirements outlined by the APA, you will be able to move forward toward your doctorate. Keep in mind, Texas is incredibly specific about which courses are viable for licensure, so refer often to the Texas State Board.

After acquiring your master’s you will be ready to achieve your PsyD or Ph.D. in the field of psychology.  Your doctoral program must be verified and approved by the American Psychological Association or the National Association of School Psychologists . Along the way, you’ll need 60 total credit hours and nearly 1,800 hours of supervised work experience.

After you have your education in hand, you’ll be ready to approach the board for your license.

• Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology
• Jurisprudence Examination
• After your examinations are complete, you’ll be able to apply for a provisional license. This provisional license allows you to practice under the supervised expertise of a licensed professional psychologist. In order to attain this provisional license, you must pass a criminal background check while also supplying two passport photos as well as your school transcripts.
• With your provisional license, you must complete two years of supervised training which will total up to 3,500 total work hours. Half of these hours can be earned during an internship while the other half must be acquired after you receive your doctoral degree. If you are trying to become a school psychologist, 600 of those hours must be earned at a public school.
• Finally, you’ll be able to apply for your full license. You can apply for your license online via the PLUS program. It takes six weeks to process your application as well as an additional application fee of $180.

Texas Clinical Psychologist Salary and Job Outlook

Texas is positioned to become one of the leaders in the field of psychology. Texas fields the third-highest employment numbers for licensed psychologists in the nation, trailing only New York and California.

SEE ALSO: Texas Clinical Psychology Salary Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the annual mean wage of a certified practicing psychologist in Texas is $70,060. The top 10% of earners in Texas are making an annual salary of $98,510. Job growth in the state is expected to continue on a positive trend with an outlook of growth nearing 14%.

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Psychology is a field with many specialties and sub-specialties, all of which have their own degree requirements for practice. The variety makes it so that there are opportunities at every educational level from an associate's degree all the way to a doctorate. However, a doctorate is required to become a licensed psychologist in Texas.

One of the key things to look for in any psychology program is accreditation. This lets you know that the program has met specific criteria meant to ensure the quality of your education. Also look at basics like tuition cost, which degrees are offered, whether the program is online or in-person, whether or not there are specialty programs of interest, and reviews.

Psychology Degree Pathways in Texas

There are several psychology degree types in Texas. Normally, an associate’s degree in psychology takes two years, a bachelor’s takes four, and a master’s takes another two years. While an associate’s degree can be a great place to start, most careers in the psychology field will require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree , and many more require a graduate degree such as a master’s .

A doctorate degree in psychology, such as a Ph.D. or PsyD, can take between four and seven years. You will need a doctorate if you wish to become a licensed psychologist.

Choose a Psychology Specialty

There are seemingly infinite psychology specialties. You can be a school psychologist, an engineering psychologist, a general psychologist, and many more. Some psychology programs have tracks that focus on these and other specialties, while others are more general.

If you wish to specialize in a particular area of psychology, searching out programs that offer these concentrations is a good idea. Most programs at the master’s level and beyond include specialization options, but some bachelor’s degree programs offer concentrations as well.

Accreditation

To be accredited, psychology programs must meet or exceed the standards set by the accrediting body. This basically guarantees that the education will be worthwhile – if the accrediting body itself is reputable. Diplomas from such programs are worth more because they are respected by employers. Texas’ licensing board also requires applicants to have taken an accredited doctoral program.

In Texas, the main accrediting bodies for the doctoral level are the American Psychological Association (APA) and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).

There are online programs that not only have accreditation but are offered by big-name universities. However, you should check each one to be sure, because not all online programs are reputable.

Traditional programs require you to physically attend classes. Checking accreditation is also important with these, but such programs are more likely to have it.

Convenience is usually the biggest selling point with online programs, while social interaction and a more personal learning experience are a draw for traditional ones.

Getting a license as a full-fledged psychologist requires getting a doctorate degree from a program accredited by an agency such as the APA . Prior to earning that degree, though, you must first work at least 1,750 hours in a formal, supervised internship.

After this, you can apply for a provisional license. This license lets you work another 1,750 supervised hours (for a total of 3,500 supervised work hours), which you will need to do before you get your full license. These hours must be documented.

Once you do all of this, you are eligible to take the two required licensing exams. If you pass, and you’ve met all of the other requirements, request your license and submit a fee. The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council has more information on licensing requirements.

Are you looking for a psychology degree program in Texas? Browse our list of psychology programs offering both online and on-campus instruction. Follow the links to learn more about what each school’s psychology program offers.

Arlington, TX

The university of texas at arlington.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology Campus
• Industrial and Organizational Psychology Campus
• Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology Campus

Austin Community College District

• Associate of Arts Degree Psychology Campus

Saint Edward's University

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Campus
• BS in Behavioral Neuroscience Campus

The University of Texas at Austin

• BS in Psychology and a BA in Psychology. Campus
• Clinical Psychology Campus
• Cognition, Brain, and Behavior Campus
• Developmental Psychology Campus
• Individual Differences & Evolutionary Psychology Campus
• Perception, Brain and Behavior Campus
• Social & Personality Campus
• Human Development, Culture, and Learning Sciences Campus
• Quantitative Methods Doctoral Program Campus
• Counseling Psychology Campus
• Quantitative Methods Campus

University of Texas at Austin

• Autism and Developmental Disabilities Doctoral Program Campus

College Station, TX

Texas a & m university-college station.

• Applied Behavioral Health Certificate Campus
• Healthy Development Certificate Campus
• Psychology of Diversity Certificate Campus
• Bachelor of Arts and Science Campus
• Psychological Sciences, M.S Campus
• Clinical Psychology, Ph.D. Campus
• Industrial Organizational Psychology Campus
• Psychology, Ph.D. Campus

Commerce, TX

Texas a & m university-commerce.

• Psychology, B.S. Campus
• Teaching of Psychology Graduate Certificate Campus
• Psychology of Gerontology and Positive Aging Graduate Certificate Campus
• Psychology (MS) Campus
• Specialist in School Psychology (SSP) Campus
• Educational Psychology Campus

Southern Methodist University

• Psychology B.S. Campus
• M.S. in Organizational Psychology Campus
• Ph.D. Program Clinical Psychology Campus

University of North Texas at Dallas

• Psychology, BA Campus

Texas Woman's University

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology Campus
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Health Psychology) Campus
• B.S. in Psychology (Graduate School Preparation) Campus
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Pre-Occupational Therapy) Campus
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Pre-Physical Therapy) Campus
• Psychological Science Campus
• Child Development Online
• School Psychology Campus
• School Psychology Specialist Campus

University of North Texas

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology Campus
• Applied Behavior Analysis (BS) Campus
• Bachelor of Science Human Development and Family Science Campus
• Behavior Analysis (MS) Campus
• Applied Gerontology Undergraduate Certificate Campus

Edinburg, TX

The university of texas rio grande valley.

• Experimental M.A. Program Campus
• Clinical Psychology M.A. Campus
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certificate Program Campus
• Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program Campus

El Paso, TX

The university of texas at el paso.

• BA in Psychology Campus
• BS in Psychology Campus
• M.A. Clinical Program Campus
• M.A. Experimental Program Campus
• Behavioral Neuroscience Campus
• Bilingualism, Language and Cognition Campus
• Health Psychology Campus
• Legal Psychology Campus
• Social and Cultural Psychology Campus

Fort Worth, TX

Texas christian university.

• Neuroscience, BS Campus
• Child Development BA and BS Campus
• Developmental Trauma, MS Campus
• Experimental Psychology, Ph.D. Campus

Houston, TX

University of houston.

• B.A. or B.S. in Psychology Campus
• PSYC/MPP 4+1 Program Campus
• Developmental, Cognitive, and Behavioral Neuroscience Campus
• Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology Campus
• Social, Personality, & Health Psychology Campus

University of Houston-Clear Lake

• Psychology M.S. Campus
• Industrial/Organizational Psychology M.A. Campus
• Behavior Analysis M.A. Campus
• Health Service Psychology Psy.D. Campus

University of Houston-Downtown

• Psychology B.S. Online
• Health and Behavioral Science - Aging Concentration, BS Campus

Huntsville, TX

Sam houston state university.

• Bachelor of Science, Major in Psychology Campus

Texas A & M International University

• Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology Campus
• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology Campus

Lubbock, TX

Texas tech university.

• Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's Degrees B. A. in Psychology; + M.A. in General Experimental Psychology with Concentration in Human Factors Campus
• Human Factors Psychology Campus
• Social Psychology Campus
• Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience Campus

Nacogdoches, TX

Stephen f austin state university.

• Master of Arts in Psychology Campus
• Online graduate certificate in teaching college psychology Campus
• School Psychology PhD Campus

The University of Texas Permian Basin

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology Campus
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology Online Online
• Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology Campus
• Masters of Arts (MA) in Experimental Psychology - Accelerated Master's Program Campus

Prairie View, TX

Prairie view a & m university.

• Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Adolescent Psychology Program Campus

Richardson, TX

The university of texas at dallas.

• Bachelor of Science in Child Learning and Development Campus
• Cognitive Science BS Campus
• Psychology BS Campus
• Applied Cognition and Neuroscience MS Campus
• Human Development and Early Childhood Disorders MS Campus
• Psychology MS Campus
• Psychology PhD Campus
• Cognition and Neuroscience PhD Campus

San Antonio, TX

The university of texas at san antonio.

• Master of Science in Psychology Campus
• School Psychology Master's Degree Program Campus
• Ph.D. in Psychology Campus
• Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate Campus

University of the Incarnate Word

San marcos, tx, texas state university.

• Psychology BA and BS Campus
• Master of Arts in Psychological Research (MAPR) Campus

Stephenville, TX

Tarleton state university.

• B.S. in Psychology Campus
• Master of Science in Applied Psychology - Pre-Doctoral Program Campus
• Child Development and Family Studies, M.S. Campus

The University of Texas at Tyler

• Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology Campus
• Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Degree Online
• Master of Science in Clinical Psychology Campus
• Ph.D. Clinical Psychology (Underserved Populations) Campus

Victoria, TX

University of houston-victoria.

• B.A. in Psychology Campus
• Counseling Psychology M.A.:Professional Counselor (PC) concentration Campus
• Counseling Psychology Psychological Associate (PA) concentration Campus
• Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology Campus

Baylor University

• EdS School Psychology Program Campus
• B.S. in Neuroscience Campus
• Graduate Program in Clinical Psychology Campus
• MSEd in Educational Psychology Applied Behavior Analysis Campus
• MSEd in Educational Psychology - General Campus
• MSEd in Educational Psychology - Gifted and Talented Education Campus

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Find the Best Texas Psychology Degrees Online

Consider a featured online psychology program that is accepting applicants.

Texas offers 102 accredited universities for prospective students, including multiple online psychology degree options at multiple degree levels within undergraduate and graduate degrees. For campus based psychology programs, there are multiple cities in Texas with different options. For example, schools in San Antonio and Beaumont, in addition to the larger colleges in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin areas, are popular among new students looking to start an educational path in psychology with a Bachelor of Psychology degree .

For APA accredited PsyD programs in Texas, there are a number of different options, particularly in the larger cities such as Houston and Dallas. The University of Texas System also has a number of APA accredited programs throughout the state.

Are there APA accredited psychology programs in Texas?

Yes. There are 20 APA accredited Doctorate of Psychology degrees in Texas at 12 different universities throughout the state. The American Psychological Association accredits PsyD and Doctor of Psychology related programs all over the country.

List of APA Accredited Texas Psychology Programs (Doctorate)

Here are the universities in Texas with APA accredited psychology programs.

With over 100 different schools in Texas offering psychology degrees, there are multiple options. However to practice psychology in Texas, you should consider what it takes to become a psychologist - there are a number of requirements and you want to make sure any program you are considering (at any degree level) will put you on the path for success.

Steps to Become a Psychologist in Texas

The initial educational requirements for becoming a psychologist in Texas includes involvement in Bachelor's and Master's programs in Psychology. Many learners may choose to pursue specializations at the master's level that coincide with doctoral practice, such as Clinical or Diagnostic Psychology. This part of the process can take anywhere from 5-6 years depending on whether you enroll in degree programs at a full-time rate.

• The minimum degree requirement for psychologists in Texas is a Ph.D or Psy.D in Psychology. Accreditation required for this program is provided by the American Psychological Association (APA) - which only currently accredits doctoral level degree programs. Many APA-accredited programs at this level consists of around 1 year of clinical components to help you meet the licensing requirements of the state in which it is provided.
• The next step along your path is to complete all supervised experience hours required by the state of Texas. The first half of your experience takes place during your doctoral degree program. This could include internships, practica, or even residencies within psychological practice organizations. The supervised hours that you collect during your program will need to be documented and sent into your state licensing board upon completion. Texas requires that you obtain a provisional license prior to engaging in postdoctoral experience, with steps to this process outlined in the licensing process found in the sections below. Once you are provisionally licensed, you can move forward into gaining the required experience hours remaining for licensing.
• Once your state receives verification of your degree experience and postdoctoral experience, you may then be set up for licensure testing as a final step towards licensing. There are currently multiple phases of testing including the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), Jurisprudence Examination, and Oral Examination. Each exam tests different types of knowledge and skills relevant to professional practice as a psychologist.
• The final step towards becoming a psychologist in the state of Texas is transitioning from provisionally licensed to fully licensed. Your state requires that you submit all required documentation, complete all experience, and pass all examinations prior to being promoted to this licensing level. Once you hold a license to practice in this state you are free to work under the title of psychologist.

Are There Online Psychology Degrees in Texas?

The short answer is "yes". The longer answer is - there are multiple online psychology programs at schools that also have a campus based in Texas. Keep in mind though that there are also schools from OUTSIDE the state that accept Texas applicants.

Angelo State University: Master of Science in Applied Psychology

Degree programs offered through the state of Texas can provide you with the skills and expertise you need to pursue doctoral level options in the future. Angelo State University is a current provider of online master's options for learners to choose from in order to maximize the convenience of their learning experience.

What Can This Degree Provide Students?

The online Master of Science in Applied Psychology offered through ASU can provide students with skills related to utilizing psychological principles to increase safety, improve overall health, and improve education state-wide. This program can also be a great option for learners that are interested in the research aspect of Psychology - which can be incredibly influential to the development of better programs and services over time.

How Long Does The Degree Take and What Courses Should You Expect?

This master's option can take around 2 years to complete depending on your enrollment status. Courses you can expect to take throughout this program include Applied Economic Psychology, Environmental Psychology, and Social Perception.

Each of these courses - among others - can allow you to better comprehend the influence of Psychology on various aspects of human life. This program can also help you gain knowledge for future performance in doctoral level degree programs.

Sam Houston State University: Multiple Psychology Degrees

Since Texas has a large assortment of accredited universities, there are plenty that provide appropriate degree programs for learners.

For psychology learners, Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas offers 6 psychological degree programs ranging from undergraduate to graduate level. Students will be involved with extensive hands on learning experience that moves from the classroom to the laboratory and more. Students in psychology will learn how to identify and treat common mental illnesses with the assistance of qualified and experienced professors.

Sam Houston State University is great for students that want be an important part of society’s structure while upholding the standards for psychologists in the state of Texas. There is no better way to begin the path towards a career in psychology than to choose a university with the most fitting degree programs.

Online Psychology Schools for Texas Students

Since Texas is so large, it might be too far to travel to regularly attend classes on campus. To save on travel time, you might consider obtaining a Psychology degree online . Online schools give you the ability to study on your schedule from anywhere, while still providing a quality education.

Psychology Degrees in Texas

Consider a featured online psychology degree or related program.

Clinical Psychology Degrees in Texas

Clinical psychology graduates are earning from $39,040 to $88,409 in Texas. With 5,630 clinical professionals currently in the workforce, this is a highly popular degree programs for college students. Those seeking a future in psychology can truly change lives with their work. There is no better opportunity that in Texas.

Texas Psychology Careers

Depending on which degree program is chosen, psychology degree holders will find it gratifying to work in the field of psychology in Texas. For undergraduate degrees, graduates can be accepted into many different varieties of positions. Social services and human services are two of many fields in which undergraduate professionals are highly preferred.

Having a graduate degree usually requires the holder to get a license from the state of Texas prior to working as a psychologist. Requirements include 2 years of post-educational experience and successful completion of the state board exam. Either path provides ample employment opportunities for graduates in the field of psychology.

Texas is known for its bigger personality and also its large opportunities. The median income for clinical psychologists in Texas is $57,490 per year, making every bit of education worth the effort.

Texas Psychology Licensing

• If you are interested in becoming licensed as a psychologist in the state of Texas, you must first submit an initial licensure application to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) in addition to the $340 application fee and the $75 Psychology Licensure Universal System (PLUS) fee. The Board will then review your application along with any supporting documents including your official transcripts, reference letters, and experience verification forms and inform you of their decision.
• Upon initial approval, the Board will then send you notification that you are approved for examination. You may then be required to successfully pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and the Jurisprudence Examination assigned for residents and practitioners in the state of Texas. Most licensure prospects begin with the EPPP and then complete the Jurisprudence Exam as a final step towards licensing.
• If you have only completed doctoral-level experience in the field, the state of Texas requires that you must first be approved for licensure as a Provisionally Licensed Psychologist prior to completing post-doctoral supervised experience hours. After completing all test requirements and verification of your application, the state will notify you of your approval to practice with a provisional license.
• Individuals holding a provisional license are required to provide services to the public only while under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. At this stage of the licensing process, you may be required to provide proof of a total of 3,500 clock hours of supervised experience, including 1,750 hours gained through degree internships and 1,750 gain through post-doctoral experience opportunities.
• The state of Texas also requires that you participate in an oral examination for the Texas State Board and be at least 21 to be considered for full licensure. The oral examination typically takes place at the end of the licensing path and should be presented in front of an examination board included in the final licensing decision.
• Receiving your license to practice is a great achievement that requires hard work and dedication throughout. As a licensed psychologist, you may have additional requirements to comply with in order to remain licensed within Texas. You can maintain current licensing through completion of 30 CEUs over each 2-year licensing period. At least 3 continuing education credits must be in the area of ethics.

Psychology Scholarships in Texas

As you pursue higher education in the field of Psychology, you might be interested in learning more about the various methods available for funding your chosen program. Many students pursue financial aid based upon their yearly income, while others seek out innovative ways to help pay for their education.

One popular method for pursuing extra cash for your degree is through applying for scholarships. Scholarship opportunities can be found at the local and national level, with multiple levels of provisions for students that are chosen to receive them.

The Iyowan Memorial College Scholarship is an opportunity for students pursuing an education and career in fields including technology and social sciences. Students interested in pursuing this type of scholarship should submit their application before the end of each $5,000 to students that have submitted their application and been chosen as a recipient.

These scholarship opportunities and others can provide you with the money you need to fill gaps between fees and what grants can pay – or to simply cover the costs of books and housing during your degree program. You can speak with your universities financial aid office for more information about grant and scholarship opportunities available to you.

Texas Board of Examiners of Psychologists

Address: Texas Board of Examiners of Psychologists 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 450 Austin, Texas 78701 Phone (512) 305-7700 Website

List of Online Psychology Degrees

List of the best texas psychology degree programs, abilene christian university.

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology
• Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology
• Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology 
• Specialist in School Psychology (SSP)

Alvin Community College

• Associate of Arts Degree Program (A.A.)

Amarillo College

• Associate in Science (A.S.) in Psychology

Amberton University

• Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling

Angelo State University

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Psychology
• Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Psychology
• Master of Science (M.S.) in Counseling Psychology
• Master of Science (M.S.) in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Austin College

• Psychology Major

Austin Community College District

• Associat of Arts in Psychology

Baylor University

• Psy.D. program in Clinical Psychology

Blinn College

• Associate of Arts (AA) in Psychology; Associate of Science (AS) in Psychology

Coastal Bend College

• Associate of Arts - General Studies Degree Plan

Criswell College

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Dallas Baptist University

• Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Psychology
• Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling 

Dallas Christian College

• B.S. in Psychology

Del Mar College

• Associate in Arts Degree, Psychology

East Texas Baptist University

• B.A. and B.S. in Child Development
• B.A. and B.S. Psychology-Concentration: Community Psychology
• Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling

El Paso Community College

• Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.) and Associate of Science (A.S.), Counseling

Galveston College

• AA Associate of Arts in Psychology and AS Associate of Science in Psychology

Grayson College

• Associate of Science in General Studies

Hardin-Simmons University

• M.A. in Clinical Counseling and 
• Undergraduate Psychology Program

Houston Baptist University

• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology Major
• Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)
• Master of Arts in Psychology (MAP)

Houston Graduate School of Theology

• Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC)

Huston-Tillotson University

• BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY (

Kilgore College

• Associate's Degree or to transfer degree in Psychology

Lamar University

• Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Science in Psychology
• Master of Applied Psychology Clinical Specialization Degree Plan
• Master of Applied Psychology Industrial/Organizational Specialization Degree Plan
• Master of Science degree in Applied Psychology

LeTourneau University

• B.A. or B.S. in psychology
• Counseling Psychology, B.S.
• Master of Arts in Counseling
• Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy (MAMFT)

Lubbock Christian University

• M.S. In Counseling

McLennan Community College

• Associate of Science in Psychology

McMurry University

• Major in Psychology

Midwestern State University

• Bachelor of Science (B.S), a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology
• MA in Clinical/Counseling Psychology 

Navarro College

• A.S. in PSYCHOLOGY

Northwest Vista College

• Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in Psychology 

Odessa College

• Psychology - Associate in Arts

Our Lady of the Lake University

• Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Degree in Counseling Psychology

Palo Alto College

• Psychology: Associate of Arts, concentration in Psychology

Paris Junior College

• AA, AS in Psychology

Prairie View A & M University

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology
• Counseling Degree Plan (M.A.)
• MS in Juvenile Forensic Psychology
• PhD in Clinical Adolescent Psychology

Rice University

• Doctorate in Psychology
• master's degree in psychology

Saint Edward's University

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Experimental Psychology

Sam Houston State University

• Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program

San Antonio College

• Associate of Arts, concentration in Psychology

San Jacinto Community College

• Transfer degree (AA-T) in Psychology

Schreiner University

• BA Degree with a Psychology Major

South Plains College

• Associate of Applied Science Degree Applied Rehabilitation Psychology

South Texas College

• Associate of Arts in Psychology

South University-Austin

Southern methodist university.

• PH.D. IN PSYCHOLOGY

Southwestern Adventist University

• Master of Arts in Counseling (M.A.)

Southwestern Assemblies of God University

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling With a Minor
• Counseling Online
• Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology
• Online Associate Degree in Psychology

Southwestern University

St mary's university.

• Master of Arts/Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

St Philip's College

• Associate of Arts with a concentration in Psychology

Stephen F Austin State University

• Doctorate in School Psychology
• Master in Psychology
• Master's Degree in School Psychology
• Ph.D. in Psychology
• Psychology Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts

Sul Ross State University

• BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY

Tarleton State University

• M.S. in Applied Psychology
• M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• MS Psychological Sciences

Temple College

• Psychology Minor

Texas A & M International University

• MASTER OF ARTS IN COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
• MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY THESIS

Texas A & M University-Central Texas

• BS Psychology
• Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Master of Science in Educational Psychology 
• Specialist degree in School Psychology 

Texas A & M University-College Station

• Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
• Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in School Psychology
• Industrial/Organizational (I/O) program t
• Masters in Learning Sciences with an Emphasis in CCID or RMS
• Ph.D. program in Developmental Psychology

Texas A&M University

• Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience
• Industrial/Organizational (I/O) program
• Social & Personality Psychology

Texas A & M University-Commerce

• BACHELOR DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY
• Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology
• Master of Science degree in Psychology
• Specialist In School Psychology degree (SSP) 

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Texas a & m university-corpus christi.

• Master of Arts in Psychology

Texas A & M University-Kingsville

• M.A or M.S. in General Psychology
• M.A. in Counseling Psychology

Texas A & M University-Texarkana

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology
• Master's degree in Psychology(M.S. Psy)
• Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health
• Master’s degree in School Counseling
• Developmental Psychology

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

Texas christian university.

• BS with a Major in Psychology
• Child Development Major (CHDV)
• Psychology, MA/MS
• Psychology, Ph.D.

Texas Lutheran University

• Major in Psychology for a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)/Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Texas Southern University

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology
• Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology

Texas State University

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree and Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology
• M.A. Degree in Professional Counseling 
• Master in Health Psychology
• Master of Arts in Psychological Research (MAPR)
• School Psychology Program

Texas Tech University

• Clinical Psychology doctoral program
• Counseling Psychology doctoral program

Texas Wesleyan University

• Major: B.S. Health Science, Social Science Concentration
• Major: Psychology – B.S./B.A.
• Master in Marriage & Family Therapy
• Master in Professional Counseling
• Master of Science in School Counseling

Texas Woman's University

• Doctoral Program in School Psychology
• Graduate Counseling Psychology Programs

Trinity University

• Master of Arts in School Psychology

Tyler Junior College

• Psychology (AA)

University of Dallas

• Master of Science in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience degree (ACN)
• PSYCHOLOGY BS

University of Houston

• Clinical Psychology
• Developmental Psychology (with a focus in Developmental, Cognitive, and Behavioral Neuroscience)
• graduate program in Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology

University of Houston-Clear Lake

• Behavioral Neuroscience Concentration
• Clinical Psychology M.A.
• Graduate Concentration: Applied Social Issues
• Graduate: Masters of Arts in General Psychology
• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Psychology

University of Houston-Downtown

• Health & Behavioral Science Degree

University of Houston-Victoria

• M.A. program in Forensic Psychology
• Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology
• Psychology (B.A. or B.S.)

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology
• Psychology B.S. Clinical Track

University of North Texas

• Clinical Health Psychology
• Counseling Psychology

University of North Texas at Dallas

• Bachelor of Arts: Psychology

University of Phoenix-Texas

• Master of Science in Psychology

University of Texas at Arlington

• Bachelor of Arts/Science in Psychology
• Ph.D. degree Experimental Psychology

University of Texas at Austin

• Ph.D. Program - Clinical Psychology
• Ph.D. Program - Counseling Psychology
• Ph.D. Program - School Psychology

University of Texas at Brownsville

• Master of Arts (MA) in Experimental Psychology 

University of Texas at Dallas

• Bachelor of Science in Child Learning and Development
• Master of Science in Psychological Sciences
• Master of Science in Psychological Sciences (PSYC)
• PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCES PHD
• Psychological Sciences PhD

University of Texas at El Paso

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology
• M.A. in Clinical Psychology 
• MA in General Experimental Psychology

University of Texas at San Antonio

• Doctor of Philosophy degree in Psychology
• M.A. in School Psychology
• Masters degree in Psychology 
• Undergraduate Program BA in Psychology

University of Texas at Tyler

• Bachelor of Arts and Science in Psychology
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) MA Degree
• Clinical Psychology MS Degree
• Master of Arts in School Counseling

University of Texas of the Permian Basin

• M. A. in Psychology

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology
• Clinical M.A.
• M.S. in experimental psychology
• Master of Education (MEd) in Counseling and Guidance
• School Psychology Master of Arts degree 

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

• Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program

University of the Incarnate Word

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology

Wayland Baptist University

• B.A./B.S. degrees in Psychology
• Master of Arts in Counseling 

West Texas A & M University

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)/Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology
• Master of Arts (M.A.) Degree in Counseling
• Master's degree in Psychology
• Specialist Program in School Psychology

Wharton County Junior College

• Associate of Arts BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE Psychology

Top Psychology Degrees

Psychology Doctoral Programs in Texas

Home to the largest medical center in the world and some of the longest-accredited and most distinguished doctoral psychology programs of their kind, Texas has demonstrated that it places a high value on psychology, psychologists and the students working to complete doctoral programs in psychology.

With faculty at the state’s schools credited with hundreds of prestigious awards and thousands of academic articles published in scholarly journals, Texas’s psychology students are well positioned to become leaders in their field after earning a doctoral degree.

Psychology students in Texas also enjoy a full range of support when it comes to scholarships, grants, and other forms of financial assistance. With skilled academic counselors in your corner, choosing between a PsyD vs PhD in psychology will be easier than you might think. In fact, PsyD programs in Texas are widely available, and many universities here offer both options.

What you do with a PhD in psychology is up to you, but in most cases, psychology doctoral programs in Texas are designed specifically to provide a pathway to becoming a fully licensed, independent psychologist. A PsyD in Texas meets those requirements just as well as a PhD.

As part of the National Alliance on Mental Health, Texas relies on licensed psychologists to improve counseling services and the quality of life for individuals and their families coping with mental health issues. Whether working towards a PhD that follows a traditional clinical research approach or a PsyD built around the experiential-practitioner model, psychology doctoral programs in Texas lead to meaningful careers that contribute to the well-being of individuals and communities statewide.Students who are currently in search of doctoral programs in psychology in Texas stand to benefit from the state’s numerous, top-ranked universities, known for offering some of the most prestigious degree programs anywhere in the country.

Here we present a comprehensive list of APA-CoA accredited psychology degrees in Texas. While considering these programs, look for schools offering concentrations that align with your career goals and with prerequisites for a doctorate in psychology that you may have already satisfied in your undergraduate program.

Psychology Doctoral Programs: Texas (A – Z)

Baylor university, college of arts and sciences, psychology department.

Chartered as a private, Christian college in 1845, Baylor is nationally recognized for its broad range of studies and strong research foundations. In addition to conferring a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees, the university offers 34 doctoral programs, including a doctorate in clinical psychology. Baylor enjoys national rankings by organizations such as U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger and Fiske. Further, its psychology department and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology have been recognized by groups such as U.S. News and the National Research Council.

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology

This degree prepares doctoral candidates with the “clinical and conceptual competencies” necessary to provide professional, effective, responsive mental health care. The program’s foundations rely upon interdisciplinary team collaboration, research and evaluation protocols, psychological assessment, intervention techniques and treatment therapies, consultative approaches, patient management and supervision strategies. The degree requires five years of rigorous classroom instruction and on-site training, including: taking advanced core psychology and research classes, working in supervised practicum and internship settings, and participating in applied, research-based lab experiences leading to completion of an independent research project or dissertation.

Also offers:

PhD in Psychology

Accreditations

• Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-CoC)
• American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation (APA-CoA)

Baylor University Attention: Gary Elkins, Ph.D. Graduate Program Director One Bear Place 97334 Waco, Texas 76798-7334 (254) 296-0643 or (254) 710-2417 [email protected]

Our Lady of the Lake University

Psychology department.

Our Lady of the Lake University is a private, Catholic institution serving the greater San Antonio community since 1895. OLLU prides itself on offering a wide variety of programs to students from diverse cultural backgrounds. The university has earned national recognitions in recent years from U.S. News & World Report, Diverse Magazine, The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education and Washington Monthly Magazine. OLLU’s philosophy of excellence in education infuses all of its programs, including those in psychology. The university’s highest degree in psychology is offered as a doctorate in counseling and has garnered acclaim for providing proficient Spanish speakers the opportunity to earn Certification for Psychological Services for Spanish Speaking Populations in addition to their doctorate.

Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology

OLLU’s Psy.D. program prepares its graduates to serve individuals, couples, families and groups as competent, independent practitioners using appropriate assessment, intervention, counseling and followup protocols. Candidates entering the program must possess a master’s and complete 117 hours for the doctorate, including three hours for an internship and nine hours for a dissertation. Up to 39 approved courses from the master’s degree may be transferred as credits to the doctoral program. In addition to a concentration in Psychological Services for Spanish Speaking Populations, candidates may elect to concentrate in: Child, Adolescent and Family Therapy, or Behavioral Health. The Psy.D. in Counseling also requires written and clinical evaluations in addition to a pre-doctoral internship. To establish residency for Texas licensure, doctoral candidates must take at least 18 or more semesters hours of full-time study yearly for three consecutive years.

Our Lady of the Lake University Psychology Department 411 S.W. 24th Street San Antonio, Texas 78207 (210) 431-3914

Joan Biever, Ph.D., Graduate Psychology Program Chair [email protected]

Sam Houston State University

College of humanities and social sciences.

Founded in 1879, Sam Houston State University operates on the motto, “The measure of a life is its service.” This guiding principle forms the core basis of all educational opportunities provided at SHSU, including curricula that is grounded in research, creativity, and experiential learning. In addition, the university has earned recognition from the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education as a “Doctoral Research University”. The Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program is a good example of a doctoral program founded on research principles. Graduates from this program are trained to be licensed professional clinicians who possess a broad knowledge base in scientific psychology and demonstrate competencies as both research clinicians and clinical practitioners.

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

This doctorate requires 108 hours of study from classroom instruction, research, and experiential learning in applied settings. Candidates are also expected to complete a dissertation while being enrolled full-time. Coursework and applied practice have a strong forensic foundation to prepare graduates to work within the legal system, intervening on behalf of the client while providing professional interpretation to the court system of psycho-pathology that affects behavior. Candidates gain experience working with multiple faculty mentors in inpatient and residential settings. This includes private psychology practices, neuro-psychiatric facilities, residential and group homes, correctional institutions and the university’s own Psychological Services Center. Graduates will be eligible to apply for licensure and work varied mental illness profiles including those who have: traumatic brain injuries, personality disorders, gender and minority issues, addictive behaviors, behavioral abnormalities, adolescent disorders, and troubled individuals.

Sam Houston State University Office of Graduate Admissions Dr. Mary Alice Conroy Huntsville, Texas 77341 (936) 294-3806 or (936) 294-1971 [email protected] or [email protected]

Southern Methodist University

Dedman college of humanities and science, department of psychology.

Southern Methodist University’s motto of “World Changers Shaped Here” encapsulates its dedication to preparing students for real-world careers that uplift, nurture and sustain communities. Located near Dallas, SMU is world renowned for its research facilities, state-of-the-art programs and interdisciplinary instruction emphasizing 21st-century leadership skills. The university has been classified as having high research activity by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and also consistently fares well in U.S. News & World Report rankings. The Clinical Psychology doctorate program uses research in the field with clinical training as a two-pronged approach to therapeutic psychology practice. Cutting-edge digital observation equipment, virtual reality technology, and innovative psycho-physiological assessment complement traditional experiential training and instructional methods.

This Ph.D. program stresses the scientist-practitioner model, which views the contributions of research and clinical practice of equal importance when assessing and treating mental health conditions. Two areas of focus are offered to program candidates: Health, or Family and Child. Each focus area helps candidates hone their skills sets with regard to their area of interest by completing supplementary coursework and practica experiences in addition to required core material for the degree. The average time for degree completion is six years, requiring approximately 50 hours of coursework with additional time spent in research and clinical training experiences. Practicum and pre-doctoral internship sites are available at public health agencies, correctional facilities, schools, medical centers, rehabilitation clinics, behavioral and counseling centers, and private practices. Program candidates must also complete several written documents, including a thesis, research article review, and a dissertation.

Southern Methodist University Department of Psychology PO Box 750442 Dallas, Texas 75275-0442 (214) 768-7792

Ernest Jouriles, Ph.D., Chair [email protected]

Texas A&M University

Texas A&M boasts of being the Lone Star state’s first public institution of higher learning. Since opening its doors in 1876, TAMU has grown into a world-class research facility with global recognition from organizations such as U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly and Kiplinger. Part of its driving force behind education is to produce “developing leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good.” This sentiment aptly describes the school’s psychology programs, which offer multiple specialized doctoral degrees in the field.

Clinical Psychology PhD

This degree combines clinical and practitioner models to impart research and practice competencies of psychology to its graduates. The program requires 96 credits from core psychology classes and from a variety of research, practicum and internship experiences, culminating in a dissertation. Students are also encouraged to choose up to two specialization areas such as: child and adolescent psychology, couples and family psychology, interpersonal processes, diversity and cultural issues, quantitative methods, assessment, forensics, prevention, gerontology issues, and neuro-behavioral sciences. The program is designed to be completed in five years with full-time enrollment.

Counseling Psychology PhD

The counseling Ph.D. program heavily incorporates field-based learning experiences to model assessment and therapeutic approaches. The goal is for graduates to provide research-driven services that promote public health and well-being in a personalized manner. Settings for practicum and internship experiences include child and family guidance centers, public health centers, outpatient veteran’s clinics, medical facilities, preschool programs, juvenile justice centers, correctional institutions, and university sponsored counseling centers. The program is approximately 109 credit hours taken over four to five years in the primary areas of: psychology core classes; research courses and experience, including a dissertation; counseling techniques; and practitioner placements.

School Psychology PhD

This Ph.D. programs specifically emphasizes counseling within schools to address the academic, social and behavioral needs of children and adolescents. The curricula span a five-to-six-year time period with numerous practicum and internship opportunities, including a research apprenticeship and dissertation. Practicum experiences begin the very first year of training, working with public school students. This hands-on, experiential framework provides candidates with the opportunity to put theoretical psychological practices into immediate use in real-world situations. The program requires 100-112 credit hours of study and experiential learning that covers: basic psychological sciences, research and statistics, professional school psychology instruction, and work in specialization areas.

Texas A&M University College Station, Texas 77843-423

John F. Edens, Director of Clinical Training 207 Psychology Bldg, 4235 TAMU (979) 845-2581 [email protected]

Kristie Stramaski, Academic Adviser II 704 Harrington Tower (979) 845-1833 [email protected]

Dr. Cynthia Riccio, Professor 716B Harrington Tower (979) 862-4906 [email protected]

Texas Tech University

Department of psychological sciences.

As a comprehensive research university, Texas Tech offers diverse, cutting-edge programs that are nationally recognized for their academic excellence. TTU prides itself on being student-centric, providing personalized instruction for its students to complement their learning experiences. This attention to individualized programming especially enhances TTU’s graduate psychology offerings, landing them at 132 for U.S. News & World Report’s 2015 national rankings.

Clinical Psychology Ph.D.

With equal emphasis on the scientific and practice aspects of psychology, the clinical psychology doctorate prepares graduates for work as licensed clinical practitioners, research psychologists or teaching professionals. Instructional coursework and training opportunities occur in on-campus and off-campus settings. Successful students enjoy conducting research as much as doing clinical work with patients. Candidates work closely with a faculty mentor throughout their program which covers 100-135 credits spanning six years. Candidates take core coursework and practicum experiences in years one through four, complete their dissertation in year five, and participate in an extended internship in year six.

Counseling Psychology Ph.D.

The counseling psychology doctorate prepares graduates for work as professional practicing psychologists within a variety of settings, including hospitals and medical health groups, psychiatric and rehabilitation programs, outpatient clinics, community mental health facilities, independent practices, university counseling centers, and correctional institutions. Curricula requirements include study over a five-year period that includes a minimum of 102 credit hours in core psychology and research instruction with additional hours for practicum, internship and dissertation completion.

Texas Tech University 2051 Psychological Sciences Building Lubbock, Texas 79409-2051 (806)-742-3711

Joaquin P. Borrego, Jr., Ph.D. Director, Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program [email protected]

Sheila Garos, Ph.D. Director, Counseling Psychology Division [email protected]

Texas Woman’s University

College of arts and sciences, department of psychology and philosophy.

Though traditionally noted for focusing on higher education for women, TWU is actually a co-educational university promoting a wide variety of degree program choices, including the field of psychology. Their mission strives to turn out graduates who will be global leaders in their profession while serving their communities. In 2014, TWU was recognized nationally for its student diversity by U.S. News & World Report and Poder Hispanic magazine. This diversity attracts a broad candidate pool that enriches TWU’s psychology doctoral programs.

Using the practitioner-scientist model, the counseling doctorate provides a strong foundation for clinically based practice of psychology in a wide variety of public and private community settings. Graduates are prepared to work with individuals, family groups and diverse populations who experience mental health issues affected by neurological, social, cultural, and institutional factors. The program involves completion of roughly 130 credits in behavioral psychology, neuroscience, research and statistics, ethics, cross-cultural ideologies, assessment, therapeutic approaches, and professional issues. Additionally, candidates must participate in supervised practicum and internship experiences and complete a dissertation.

School Psychology Ph.D.

The focus of the school psychology doctorate guides graduates towards identifying and working with high-risk student populations, as well as becoming counseling resources for school staff, families, and students at all levels of instruction. Graduates may work in community agencies, educational facilities, or in academic and research positions at institutions of higher learning. Candidates will take a minimum of 121 hours of coursework focusing on school psychology principles, cognitive and academic assessments, research design, human development, cross-cultural influences, social and emotional issues, peer interactions, and family support. The program culminates with several practicum and internship placements and completion of a dissertation.

Texas Woman’s University Department of Psychology and Philosophy CFO 702 P.O. Box 425470 Denton, TX 76204-5470

Sally D. Stabb, Ph.D. Director, Doctoral Program in Counseling Psychology (940) 898-2149 [email protected]

Dr. Denise Maricle Director, Doctoral Program in School Psychology (940) 898-2260 [email protected]

University of Houston

Department of educational psychology.

The University of Houston is a public university and exists as the flagship institution of the broader University of Houston System in the state of Texas. Houston is often thought of as the chief academic rival to the University of Texas, and offers many of the same programs and benefits to today’s doctoral psychology students. The school’s Carnegie-rated high level of research activity works well for the doctoral program, giving psychology students the ability to conduct guided research in an area of their choosing. While they conduct this research, they’ll take courses taught by the top professors in Houston and the most seasoned psychologists in the state of Texas. Top-ranked access to job fairs, high post-graduation job placement, and a role in academia, await students who choose this program over competing options.

Clinical psychology students participate in on-campus research at the University of Houston research labs, where they’ll work on everything from focus groups to case studies in the defense of a thesis. A faculty panel will hear their defense and recommend them for graduation at the conclusion of the program when their research meets the department’s high standards. In the classroom, students will cover medical ethics and the nature of inpatient disorder care, and they’ll learn about innovative new methods for treatment that can actually prepare patients for outpatient services, more routine counseling, and effective, independent daily management of their psychological disorder.

Counseling psychology at the University of Houston is focused largely on how to handle specialized cases, including post-traumatic stress disorder diagnoses resulting from combat situations or trauma in the home. Students must complete a practical internship alongside a seasoned counselor, where their work experience will count for several credits of on-campus study. Classroom experiences will focus on rare disorders and unique circumstances where more routine disorders are acquired. Counselors will be prepared for work with more challenging patients, as well as academic settings, by the time they present their research, defend its thesis, and move to graduation.

School psychologists at the doctoral level are far more interested in the root causes of psychological trauma in the school environment, and that remains true at the University of Houston. This program is far more theoretical and philosophical than those in counseling or clinical services, with an emphasis on the origins of school violence and bullying, the impact of a turbulent home life on school performance, the nature of school performance on student mental health. All students must be placed into a school psychology department under supervision, and they must conduct and present research and a thesis prior to graduation from the Houston-based program.

Accreditation

• American Psychological Association Commission on Accreditation (CoA), Commission on Colleges (CoC) of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

University of Houston Department of Educational Psychology 4800 Calhoun Rd. Houston, TX, 77004 Phone: (713) 743-2255

University of North Texas

Department of psychology.

The University of North Texas is another high-activity research institution, funded by public funds, that focuses largely on the sciences and numerous engineering fields. Though the university offers a full range of programs in a wide array of disciplines, its science-heavy focus has netted the northern Texas institution with as much as $30 million in annual research appropriations. Students benefit from this exceedingly high level of research funding in several ways. The university offers innovative on-campus labs and test facilities, provides research-oriented doctoral students with a high level of funding and a stipend, and therefore offers one of the best-ranked psychology doctoral programs in the southwest. UNT’s professors at this level all hold doctoral degrees, and many of them are published psychological researchers who have contributed significantly to the field.

The clinical psychology program prepares students for work in hospitals and clinics, dealing with patients who may require inpatient care to deal with severe depression, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other major psychological issues that require more careful observation and skilled treatment. As a result, they’ll take advanced courses in diagnosis, treatment, clinical ethics, and more. The University of North Texas’ program will also require a practical work experience during the second year of the program, a research-based thesis, defense of the thesis in order to move to candidacy, and a long-term medical residency, prior to eligibility for graduation.

Counseling services allow psychological professionals to deal with patients largely in an outpatient, casual setting. As a result, coursework in this program is designed to help patients deal with everyday trials and tribulations that might affect their precarious mental state or otherwise interact with mild or low-level psychological disorders. The program is focused primarily on treatment, rather than diagnosis, but also teaches students about rare disorders that they might encounter as high-level counselors. A medical residency is not required, but a practical counseling experience must be pursued. The program also requires on-campus research, a thesis, and defense of that thesis prior to eligibility for the PhD.

University of North Texas Department of Psychology 1155 Union Circle #311280 Denton, TX 76203 Phone: (940) 565-2671 Email: [email protected]

University of North Texas and University of North Texas Health Sciences Center Consortium

The collaboration between UNT and its North Texas Health Sciences Center is significant, in that it offers one of the most unique degree programs for psychology doctoral students. The consortium offers a health psychology doctorate that is different from programs at all other top-ranked, research-oriented universities in the Lonestar State. This focus prepares students for clinical work in hospitals, serving patients whose health directly impacts their state of mind. The system’s unique collaboration and its programs has earned rave reviews from national rankings and fellow psychology instructors, and ensures graduates are among the most competitive for jobs in academia and clinical practice, especially in hospitals and clinical settings.

Clinical Health Psychology PhD

This clinical program is easily one of the most comprehensive in the country. Students must complete a research-oriented thesis and a long-term medical residency, but they must also devote themselves to classes that are uniquely health-oriented. They’ll learn about the impact on common medical issues, and even terminal diseases and death, on a patient’s psychological well-being. Students will also learn how to treat inpatient disorders that are considered severe, and they’ll learn the ethical considerations associated with handling terminally ill patients, inpatient residents, and diagnosis of unique problems that meet at the intersection of health and psychology.

Also Offers:

PhD in Counseling Psychology

University of North Texas and University of North Texas Health Sciences Center Consortium Department of Psychology 1155 Union Circle #311280 Denton, TX 76203-5017 Phone: (940) 565-2671 Email: [email protected]

University of Texas at Austin

College of liberal arts.

UT’s College of Liberal Arts offers three strong programs in doctoral psychology, taught by nationally published and top-ranked faculty who are among the best in the country. The University of Texas consistently ranks as one of the most prestigious “Public Ivies” in the country, with graduates who enjoy one of the highest job placement rates after completion to the program and defense of their thesis. The system gives students practical experiences and networking opportunities far superior to virtually anything else at any other public, research-oriented state university.

Clinical psychology students focus on the nature of treatment in a hospital setting, especially for those patients who need long-term, inpatient care. Students will take courses that focus on the ethics of this type of treatment, the impact of severe psychological disorders on patients’ ability to respond to counseling and prescription treatments, and the role of family, outpatient counseling, and long-term managed care, on psychological improvement and long-term outcomes. A long-term medical residency is required, as is a thesis based on research conducted in campus labs alongside a supervising professor.

Counseling services require psychologists to be seasoned professionals that understand both common causes of these issues and rare disorders. That’s where this program comes in. Coursework required of doctoral students emphasizes rare psychological disorders and lesser-known causes of more common problems among today’s patients. They’ll also study the ethics of child treatment, parent and family counseling, prescription drug use, and referral to more in-depth or inpatient treatment facilities. All students must complete a counseling internship, and they must successfully defend a thesis based on their research in campus labs during the course of their doctoral program.

This program is heavy on research and practical experience. All students must complete a yearlong internship with a current, doctoral-level school psychologist, where they will interact with students and perform under supervision. On-campus, students must engage in a research topic of their choosing that relates to school and student psychology. They must use this research as the foundation for a thesis, which a faculty panel will hear and approve prior to graduation. Coursework focuses on the origins of bullying and school violence, the impact of heredity and home environment on student psychology, and the impact of student psychology on their ability to learn.

University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts Austin, TX 78712 Phone: (512) 471-3434 Email: [email protected]

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas

Students who prefer to join the UT community, but don’t live in or around the Austin metropolitan area, benefit directly from UT’s partnership with Southwestern Medical Center. Located in Dallas, this teaching hospital is designed to prepare students for careers in both clinical practice and academic venues. The program requires extensive research, offers in-hospital clinical appointments over several years’ time, and fully funds all research and student stipends throughout the full duration of the doctoral program.

Based at an actual hospital, this program requires all students to engage in a long-term medical residency that will familiarize them with the nature of inpatient psychological care. The program also requires research in a hospital-based lab, which will yield a thesis that must be defended to a student-selected faculty panel. Coursework focuses on medical ethics and inpatient treatment, as well as courses in counseling and how to prepare patients for reemergence into the outside world as their psychological disorder becomes more manageable for outpatient counselors to address.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas Department of Psychology 5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390 Phone: (214) 648-3111 Email: [email protected]

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Why Earn a Clinical Psychology Ph.D.?

Our program adheres to APA accreditation standards and prepares students for entry into the profession of Clinical Psychology. We are committed to a student-centered learning approach with close faculty mentorship.

The program offers intensive research training in the science of Clinical Psychology via highly productive faculty research labs . Simultaneously, students obtain in-depth, closely supervised training in the practice of Clinical Psychology.

Our commitment to excellence requires that high standards of research and clinical practice be maintained. These high expectations enable you to be highly competitive at the national level for prominent positions in science and practice settings. We empower you to meet or exceed our expectations by providing high quality, well-supervised training in a supportive environment.

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• Psychological diagnostics
• Psychotherapy interventions
• Measurement and psychometrics
• Psychological consultation

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Overall employment of psychologists is projected to grow 8 percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

About 13,400 openings for psychologists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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In 2016, a Texas politician ran into legal trouble when she claimed to be a psychologist on her campaign’s website, even though the state board never licensed her. The politician sued the chair of the governing body that licenses psychologists, claiming the state’s definition of “psychologist” was too broad and that it violated her First Amendment right to free speech. Her case went all the way to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, which agreed with her, leaving the definition of “psychologist” in Texas in limbo.

Even still, you can’t just say you’re a psychologist—or even a counselor or therapist—without completing a long journey of education and training. This page will introduce you to the programs you’ll have to complete and the degrees and licenses you’ll have to earn to work in every level of the field. You’ll also learn about potential careers, salaries, job growth, and scholarships that can help you pay your way.

How to Become a Psychologist in Texas

A master’s degree is enough to become a mental health counselor in the state of Texas, but to earn the title of “psychologist,” you’ll have to complete a doctoral program. These are the steps required to earn the license needed to work in the field as a psychologist.

• Get a bachelor’s degree: You can start with a two-year associate degree then transfer to a four-year school or dive into a full undergraduate program. You don’t necessarily have to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology . However, graduate schools usually prefer a psych concentration or require extra courses if you studied something else.
• Earn a master’s degree: Although you have to earn an undergraduate degree, a master’s in psychology isn’t always required for admission into a doctoral program. A master’s, however, is the final degree you’ll need if you choose to work as a mental health counselor .
• Earn a doctorate: You must earn a doctorate in psychology to claim the title of “psychologist.”
• Choose a specialty: The specialty you choose will determine the type of license you’ll pursue.
• Fulfill all licensure requirements: This can include passing exams, completing supervised practicum hours, and paying required fees, depending on what license you pursue. The different types of licenses and their requirements are discussed in greater detail further down the page.

Texas Psychology Licensing & Exams

The state of Texas issues several different licenses. Your career path and specialty will determine which type of license you pursue. The following are the requirements for all available licenses.

Licensed Psychologist

• At least 3,500 hours of supervised experience, 1,750 of which must be a formal internship within your doctorate and another 1,750 after a doctoral degree
• If you already have an active license in another jurisdiction, you need 3,000 hours of supervised experience, half of which must be post-doctoral. You must also submit a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) self-query to verify any disciplinary history
• Full licenses are issued only to those who first earned a provisional license
• Potential careers: Medical psychologist, behavioral health psychologist, clinical case manager, university professor

Provisionally Licensed Psychologist

• Doctoral degree in psychology
• Passage of the Jurisprudence Examination
• Passage of the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology
• Potential careers: All of those open to a licensed psychologist, but you must practice under the supervision of a licensed psychologist  

Licensed Psychological Associate

• Qualifying graduate degree in psychology
• Six semester credit hours of supervised, structured experience—like an internship or practicum—within the graduate program
• To earn independent practice authority, you must accrue at least 3,000 hours of supervised post-grad experience within 24-48 consecutive months
• Potential careers: LPAs in Texas  are fully qualified to provide the entire spectrum of psychological services—including consultation, diagnosis, and therapy—at the master’s level, including suicide counseling, family therapy, and social work

Licensed Specialist in School Psychology

• A graduate degree with a specified course study or an approved school psychology training program
• Completion of a 1,200-hour formal internship with at least 600 hours in a public school
• Passage of the Praxis School Psychology Examination
• Potential careers: School-based therapist, guidance counselor, school case reviewer, childhood trauma specialist

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

• Completion of a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited M.S.W. program
• Proof of social work employment history or out-of-jurisdiction licensure
• Proof of supervised experience: You’ll work with a board-approved supervisor and submit a supervision plan for approval before you apply
• Potential careers: Group or individual mental health counselor, child welfare administrator, social services administrator, social worker

Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)  

• Master’s or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE). Programs accredited by outside agencies might qualify if they meet certain academic standards
• Passage of the Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) exam
• Passage of the Jurisprudence Exam
• Completion of an approved practicum or internship
• Potential careers: Marriage or family therapist, divorce counselor, foster care counselor

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

• Master’s or doctorate in counseling or a related field, or a planned master’s with a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours. Certain mental health counseling coursework is required.
• Supervised practicum relating primarily to counseling consisting of at least 300 hours, 100 of which should consist of direct client contact, during the graduate program.
• Passage of the Jurisprudence Exam.
• Passage of the National Counselor Exam.
• After earning a temporary LPC license, you’ll complete a 3,000-hour supervised post-grad internship that runs at least 18 months.
• Potential careers: Addiction counselor, prison therapist, suicide counselor, homeless advocate.

National Certified Counselor (NCC)  

• Regionally accredited master’s degree with a major in counseling. The program must meet minimum standards for coursework, semester hours, and supervised field experience.
• Two-year, 100-hour post-grad supervised counseling experience. This requirement can sometimes be waived.
• 3,000 hours of post-grad work experience. This requirement, too, can sometimes be waived.
• A professional endorsement from a qualified colleague.
• Passage of either the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examinations (NCMHCE) or the National Counselor Examination (NCE).
• Potential careers: Behavioral therapist, genetic counselor, residential counselor, vocational counselor.

You’re likely to encounter the following exams as a requirement for the license you’re pursuing.

• Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP): The 250-question, multiple-choice EPPP is a computerized exam that you have four hours, 15 minutes to complete. A passing score is 500, or about 70 percent of the questions. It costs $515 when you factor in the testing center fee.
• Jurisprudence Exam : All candidates for licensure in Texas must complete the Jurisprudence Exam, which costs $234 in total. The total number of questions varies, but it’s roughly 100, and you must complete 90% of them correctly.

Job Growth & Psychologist Salary in Texas

The salary and projected job growth of psychologists in the state of Texas vary based on the specialty you choose. The following chart outlines the average salary and expected job growth for a few of the most popular psychologist specialties in Texas.

Recognized Psychology Specializations in Texas

Psychology and its related fields offer many concentrations and specialties. Here are some of the most common and popular in Texas and beyond.

• Child Psychologist : deals with the diagnosis and treatment of children who have disabilities, experienced trauma, or otherwise display abnormal psychology or behavior.
• Industrial-Organizational Psychologist : focuses on individual and group behavior in workplace settings.
• Neuropsychologist : involves researching and studying brain-behavior issues, particularly as they pertain to Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and other neurodegenerative disorders.
• Behavioral Psychologist : has a foundation combining techniques like cognitive restructuring, operant and classical conditioning, and behavioral modeling.
• Family and Marriage Counselor : works with individuals and groups in spouse-spouse, child-parent, and other family relationship dynamics.
• School psychologist : works in schools and help students with problem behaviors that may be affecting their education.

Texas Psychology Spotlight Programs

Texas is a huge state, in terms of both geography and population, and is home to dozens of public colleges and universities, and many more private institutions. Here’s a look at some of the top psychology programs in the Lonestar State. Keep in mind that stated costs are for tuition only.

• Rice University: You can major in psychological sciences and graduate programs include cognitive and affective neuroscience and industrial-organizational psychology, both of which are offered at the master’s and doctoral levels. You can take psychometric and quantitative psychology as a second major and the graduate school’s human factors and human-computer interaction program is a unique course of study that is one of only 20 accredited programs of its kind. Graduate tuition is $2,685 per credit or $24,165 per semester. None of the listed programs can be completed online.
• Southern Methodist University: You can earn a B.A. or B.S. degree in organizational psychology at the undergraduate level and an M.S. at the graduate level. A Ph.D. in clinical psychology is available as a doctorate. Undergraduate tuition is $2,098 for 1-11 credits, and $25,001 flat rate for 12-18 credits. The cost is $1,704 for graduate tuition. All offerings are on-campus only.
• The University of Texas at Austin: Psychology majors and double majors are available at the undergraduate level. You’ll only be accepted into the graduate program if you’re pursuing a doctorate, but doctoral students who don’t pass their evaluations might be able to complete a master of arts degree, instead. All graduate students will choose from one of several concentrations: social psychology, perceptual systems, individual differences and evolutionary psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive science, clinical psychology, and behavioral neuroscience. None of these offerings are available online. In-state graduate tuition is $4,464, per credit or $8,847 for non-residents.
• Texas A&M University: The graduate school offers a terminal master’s degree in industrial-organizational (i/o) psychology. There’s also a Ph.D. program available in five concentrations: social and personality psychology, i/o psychology, cognition and cognitive neuroscience, clinical psychology, and behavioral and cellular neuroscience. Tuition is $3,768.80 per credit for in-state students and $8,277.35 for non-residents.
• Baylor University: Baylor offers several doctoral degrees , including a Psy.D. in clinical psychology, which is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). There is also a Ph.D. program with concentrations available in general experimental psychology, social psychology, and behavioral neuroscience. None of those programs are available online, but Baylor offers an online Ph.D. in social work. Graduate tuition is $18,876 per semester.
• Texas State: As a graduate student , you can pursue a master of arts in psychological research, which is available with or without a thesis or non-thesis requirement. There’s also a graduate minor in psychology and a specialist in school psychology program . Neither option is available for online learners and tuition is $750 per credit hour.
• Sam Houston State University: You can pursue a master of arts in clinical psychology as well as a clinical psychology doctoral degree. Neither program is offered online, but online learners can pursue a bachelor of science in psychology. In-state residents pay $5,219 per semester for tuition and non-residents pay $10,199.
• Midwestern State University: The graduate program culminates in a master of arts in clinical/counseling psychology , which prepares students to apply for licensure as psychological associates, professional counselors, or both. It is offered only on campus. Graduate tuition is $6,742 per semester.
• University of Houston: You can earn a Ph.D. in one of four areas of concentration: social psychology, i/o, developmental cognitive neuroscience, and clinical psychology. There is no terminal master’s degree, but you’ll earn a master’s through the course of completing your doctorate. Tuition is $3,840 for in-state students per 12-hour course of study. Non-residents pay $10,104.
• Texas Tech University: You can earn one of five doctoral degrees, including clinical psychology, counseling psychology, cognition and cognitive neuroscience, human factors, and social psychology. None of the graduate degrees are available online. Tuition is $7,781 per semester for in-state residents and $15,251 for out-of-state residents.

Texas Psychology Scholarships

• APA MINORITY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM : The APA MFP exists to increase ethnic minority professionals in the field of psychology.
• Award level: Up to $5,000
• Degree level: Graduate, postdoctoral, and early career
• Number of scholarships awarded: 15
• GPA requirements: NA
• Renewable: Yes
• BILL BROWNING SCHOLARSHIP FOR DALLAS ISD : Named for an iconic educator and coach, the Bill Browning Scholarship helps standout high school students in the Dallas Independent School District pay for college.
• Degree level: N/A
• Number of scholarships awarded: 2
• GPA requirements: N/A
• Renewable: No
• FAHRINGER-FOX SCHOLARSHIP : Texas State University psychology students can apply for this scholarship which is named for a longtime professor.
• Award level: Varies, the most recent award was $2,000
• Degree level: Upper-level undergraduate psychology majors enrolled in at least 12 credits who have completed at least three psychology courses.
• Number of scholarships awarded: N/A
• GPA requirements: 3.0
• WILLIAM JAMES SCHOLARSHIP : Also exclusive to Texas State psych majors, the William James Scholarship is named for one of the field’s most influential minds.
• Award level: Varies, the most recent award was $1,000
• CHARLES LELA, AND MARY SLOUGH FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP : Available to Texas residents who graduated from a Texas high school, the Slough Foundation Scholarship is open to psychology majors who have not completed more than 112 semester college hours.
• Award level: $2,500 per semester or $5,000 per year.
• Degree level: Undergraduate
• LAURA T. CALLICUT SCHOLARSHIP : The Callicut Scholarship is open to psychology students at the University of Houston.
• LEE AND BEVERLY MARTIN SCHOLARSHIP : The Martin Scholarship is also offered through the University of Houston. Preference is given to students with at least one parent injured by war.
• Award level: Varies
• Degree level: Full-time, enrolled, declared psych majors who are in their second through fourth years of study.
• GPA requirements: Must “maintain a GPA in accordance with the standards set by the scholarship selection committee.”
• DIVISION 53 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD : This Division 53 scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement, usually in research, specific to the field of clinical child and adolescent psychology.
• Award level: $1,000
• Degree level: One for undergraduate, one for early-stage graduate, and two for late-stage graduate.
• Number of scholarships awarded: 4
• GRAWEMEYER AWARD IN PSYCHOLOGY : The Grawemeyer Award funds students who submit creative, original ideas that have the potential for a significant contribution to the field of psychology.
• Award level: Not less than $100,000
• Number of scholarships awarded: 1
• PRESIDENTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP : The Presidents Endowed Scholarship is one of three academic scholarships available to incoming freshmen at Texas A&M University. It, like both of the others, includes $1,000 for university-approved study abroad.
• Award level: $3,000 a year for four years
• GPA requirements: 3.5

Texas Internships and Fellowships

In almost all cases, you’ll have to complete a fellowship, internship, or other supervised practicum. Here’s a look at some of the most popular programs in the state of Texas.

• SMU Pre-Doctoral Psychology Internship/Fellowship Program : Southern Methodist University offers this experience, which is a captive internship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. If selected for the half-time, 12-month training program, you’ll earn a stipend while working with college students and gaining experience with psychotherapy.
• Texas Child Study Center Doctoral Internship Program : Designed for clinicians in training, this doctoral internship offers several options, including a postdoctoral fellowship program, a doctoral internship, and a student practicum program.
• Clinical Health Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellowship : Offered through the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, this program focuses on the biopsychosocial approach to evaluation as it applies to specialized training in clinical health psychology.
• Graduate Archer Fellowship Program : Established in 2010 by the University of Texas System, the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program places selected fellows into a practicum experience that focuses on policy and law as it applies to mental health in Texas and beyond.
• UTHealth Doctoral Psychology Internship Program : Offered through the McGovern Medical School and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, this program is a 12-month, full-time psychology doctoral internship. It has six positions and is open to graduate students studying counseling, school, and clinical psychology.

Texas Psychology Resources

As you advance through your journey, lean on the outside resources available to you, including these groups, organizations, publications, and associations.

• American Psychological Association : The APA is the country’s leading psychology organization, representing more than 118,000 students, consultants, educators, researchers, and clinicians.
• Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists : The TSBEP is the agency authorized to regulate psychology in the state of Texas.
• Texas Psychological Association : The TPA represents more than 1,500 graduate students and practicing psychologists in the state of Texas.
• Texas Association of School Psychologists : The TASP is the Texas affiliate of the National Association of School Psychologists.
• Council on Social Work Education : The CSWE is a national organization that represents more than 750 accredited social work programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
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Ph.d. clinical psychology (underserved populations), program brochure.

Program Objectives and Goals                                            

The Ph.D. program in clinical psychology at the University of Texas at Tyler is a scientist-practitioner based program which provides high quality academic, research, and clinical training with under-served populations.  Our focus is on training students to work with veterans, in rural mental health settings, and in geropsychology.   Training in cultural diversity issues is infused throughout the curriculum.  Students will receive additional courses and clinical training in these 3 emphasis areas during their time in the program.   Students are mentored by clinical faculty in research and provide supervision of their clinical work along the way.  A thesis and dissertation are required.  Clinical training is provided in our on-campus clinic and in a number of agencies in the East Texas area.  Students receive a stipend /financial aid package that allows them to focus on their academic and professional goals and involve research and teaching activities.   Upon completion of our program, students will be able to become licensed psychologists and work in a variety of academic, medical, or clinical settings.   Since we are a new Ph.D. program, we are in the process of seeking contingent accreditation from APA.  Our program objectives are as follows: 

• Program graduates are trained as scientist-practitioners who have a diverse knowledge of the scientific and behavioral foundations of psychology.
• Program graduates are capable of developing, conducting, and reporting research knowledge through their own program of independent research.
• Program graduates are competent to assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders using evidence based practices.
• Program graduates are trained in ethics, diversity issues, and professional issues related to clinical practice and research.
• Program graduates have additional clinical and research training in underserved populations such as with military veterans, older adults, and persons in rural settings.

Our program values diversity with respect to gender, ethnicity, age, religious beliefs, and/or sexual orientation. We do not discriminate based on these factors regarding program admission or completion.

Questions can be directed to Ceselie Tobin, MS, LPC graduate admissions advisor, or Dr. Dennis Combs , director.

IMPORTANT UPDATE:  All admissions materials are due by January 15th, 2024 for the Fall 2024 cohort.

Frequently Asked Questions Residency Requirement

The UT Tyler Clinical Psychology PhD program is designed as a full-time, five-year program, including four years on campus and an off-site, doctoral internship year.  It may take students an average of between 5-6 years to complete our program to allow for additional clinical training experiences and to make progress on dissertation requirements prior to the doctoral internship.   The program requires a minimum of 3 full-time academic years of graduate study, at least 2 of which is completed in this program, and requires 1 year in full-time in residence.  The PhD degree is awarded after all program requirements are completed and conferred after completion of the doctoral internship.

Program Format 

The PhD program in Clinical Psychology is designed to be an in-person, face to face program.  We are not a fully on-line program and students must attend the program and classes in person.  In our program, the format for classes can vary by instructor which includes face to face, hybrid, and online formats.  We value in person learning as it provides for enhanced training and mentorship and results in a better student community.  Faculty can teach classes in different formats based on their needs and availability.   Practicum training is done in person with some provision for telesupervision and telehealth methods.  Teaching involves lectures, clinical and case examples, discussions, and electronically delivered methods to enhance learning. 

Industrial/Organizational Psychology

The Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Doctoral Program trains individuals to be both scientists and practitioners. We believe that a strong grounding in basic and applied research skills and the theoretical underpinnings of I/O psychology are essential for both academic and applied work. The goal of the I/O psychology program is to continue to enhance its national reputation as a center of scholarly excellence in I/O psychology by conducting high-quality basic and applied research. Consequently, faculty and student collaboration in ongoing research projects is strongly emphasized.

The program has a major emphasis on academic research-based training with the objective of placing students in academic careers. However, in addition to academic positions, our graduates are qualified for positions in research organizations, government agencies, corporations, and consulting firms. Concerning the placement of our graduates since 2000, approximately 40% are currently in academic positions and 60% are in applied and research positions.  Some academic placements include University of Illinois, University of Central Florida, Rice University, Northern Arizona University, DePaul University, Oklahoma State University, University of Chile, Kansas State University, Eastern Kentucky University, and University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Some research and applied placements include Pearson, Select International, United States Special Operations Command (U.S. Air Force), VA Boston Healthcare System, ACT, American Institutes for Research, Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc., IPR Pharmaceuticals (AstraZeneca PLC), Google, and State Farm Insurance. Over the last decade, all of our students have accepted jobs immediately upon graduation. We are very proud of our  alums !

The domains of I/O psychology represented in the program includes the areas of testing and personnel selection, criterion development, training, performance appraisal, individual differences, organizational commitment, occupational health, workplace diversity, group processes, decision-making, and conflict. Our faculty consists of a renowned group of scholars. Consonant with this, the I/O psychology program was ranked 6th in terms of research productivity based on publications in the top 10 I/O psychology-oriented journals (Beiler et al., 2014). In addition, it was ranked 6th in terms of presentations at the annual conferences of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (Beiler et al., 2014). Finally, the department was ranked 6th in terms of the number of publications between 1986 and 2008 in the premier I/O psychology journal,  Journal of Applied Psychology  (Mahoney et al., 2010).

I/O Psychology Faculty and Doctoral Students (Fall 2023)

Not pictured: Stefan Dumlao, Elizabeth Jenkins, Ellen Hagen, Zach Traylor, Jessica Walker, Ashleigh Williams, and Linden Wooderson.

Update to 2024 Best Graduate Schools Launch

Best Medical Schools, Best Engineering Schools and Best Clinical Psychology Programs launch delayed.

Update for 2024 Best Grad Schools Launch

During our regular rankings pre-publication process, U.S. News received and is currently reviewing queries from some graduate schools, including whether and to what extent affiliated institutions were considered in the bibliometric data used in the 2024 Best Medical Schools and 2024 Best Engineering Schools rankings, and which accrediting body was used as a source of reference for the 2024 Best Clinical Psychology Programs rankings. We take our role as a journalism enterprise very seriously and we will not publish information without full confidence in what we publish.

As a result, we have made the decision to delay the publication of the 2024 Best Medical Schools, Best Engineering Schools and Best Clinical Psychology Program rankings until such time that we can appropriately address these questions. All other graduate school rankings – across 82 professional fields – will be released as planned on April 9.

Our focus remains on providing the best information for prospective students.

We will provide updates with more information as to the timing of these rankings as soon as we are able.

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These Texas school districts have canceled Monday classes for the 2024 solar eclipse

Editor's note: This story has been updated to clarify that Edgewood ISD in Edgewood, TX will be closed, while Edgewood ISD in San Antonio will remain open Monday, April 8.

The highly anticipated 2024 solar eclipse is less than a week away, and Texans of all ages are preparing for the astronomical event. In consideration of the expected influx of tourists, large gatherings, traffic issues and strain on resources , many of the state's school districts have decided to cancel Monday's classes.

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Which Texas school districts are closing for the 2024 solar eclipse?

Correction: A previous version of this story listed Edgewood ISD among those closed Monday for the solar eclipse. This closure only applies to the district in Edgewood. The Edgewood ISD of San Antonio will remain open and classes will proceed as normal.

Here’s a list of school district closings on April 8:

• Bullard ISD
• Burnet CISD
• Cameron ISD
• Cherokee ISD
• Comfort ISD
• Como-Pickton CISD
• Corsicana ISD
• Del Valle ISD
• Dripping Springs ISD
• Edgewood ISD − Edgewood, TX
• Fredericksburg ISD
• Fruitvale ISD
• Greenville ISD
• Jarrell ISD
• Johnson City ISD
• Kerrville ISD
• Killeen ISD
• Lago Vista ISD
• Lake Travis ISD
• Lampasas ISD
• Liberty Hill ISD
• Marble Falls ISD
• Medina Valley ISD
• Mt. Vernon ISD
• Pittsburg ISD
• Saltillo ISD
• San Marcos ISD
• San Saba ISD
• South San ISD
• Sulphur Springs ISD
• Texarkana ISD
• Waxahachie ISD
• Wills Point ISD
• Wimberly ISD

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Texas school districts hosting activities

A handful of other Texas school districts have chosen to turn the 2024 solar eclipse into a learning opportunity. Larger ones like the  Austin school district  plan to hold classes while offering special activities so students can engage with the solar eclipse.

Frisco' ISD's district will have classes on April 8, but student absences with a parental note will be excused, CBS News Texas reports . Most schools in the Arlington district will have instruction based on the solar eclipse.

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