Clinical psychology
Doctor of Psychology
Forming a better state of mind
Take a deeper look at our mental state. In Idaho, there’s a critical shortage of mental health professionals. If you find the phenomenon of human behavior complex and fascinating, and have a passion for care, it’s time to advance your psychology career and mindset.
Our doctor of clinical psychology (Psy.D.) prepares you to become a licensed mental and behavioral health provider. You’ll be trained in assessment and therapy across the lifespan—including cognitive impairment, mental disorders and autism. You’ll help expand access to comprehensive mental health care in Idaho’s rural communities too.
This is a terminal degree for the school’s largest major — our strong undergraduate psychology program. Doctoral students may be able to partner with faculty in the Idaho Office of Underserved and Rural Medical Research (IOURMR) on projects to gain hands-on experience.
Overview
Related Topics
Minds matter
Degree fit
This Psy.D. program is a good fit if you:
- Enjoy psychology
- Are curious about human behavior
- Have a passion for mental health
- Have strong empathy and interpersonal skills
- Enjoy critical thinking and problem solving
- Are a lifelong learner
- Help others
Career outcomes
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
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Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
Students in the program may be able to partner with the team at the Idaho Office of Underserved and Rural Medical Research (IOURMR) on research projects to gain hands-on experience.
Application information
Applicants for the Psy.D. in clinical psychology must meet the following admission requirements:
- Education level: Bachelor's degree in psychology or a closely related field
- Applicants with a degree in an unrelated field must have completed a minimum of 18 credit hours of psychology including:
- Introduction to psychology
- Human development or developmental psychology
- Psychological statistics or research methods
- Abnormal psychology (psychopathology)
- Other courses may include:
- Biological/physiological psychology or cognitive psychology
- Personality psychology
- Social psychology
- History and systems
- Applicants with a degree in an unrelated field must have completed a minimum of 18 credit hours of psychology including:
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
- Number of references: 3
- Letters are typically from professors, researchers or clinical supervisors.
- Other requirements:
- Personal statement: An essay (no more than two pages) outlining the applicants background, research interests, clinical experiences, career goals and reasons for pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology.
- Admissions interview
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.
U of I’s in-person Psy.D. program is not currently APA accredited. We will apply for accreditation within the timeframe outlined by the APA for a new program. With any questions about accreditation status please email tfarrer@uidaho.edu.
The APA Office of Program Consultations and Accreditation can be reached at:
Phone: 202-336-5979
Email: apaaccred@apa.org