Degree Awarded: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
Eligibility:
Students may enter the program with an undergraduate major in Psychology or in another field. A Masters in psychology (or other field) is not a prerequisite for acceptance. Acceptance is based on assessment of the applicant’s overall record and clinical acumen. Particular attention is given to the applicant’s academic record (i.e. GPA) and past experiences (i.e. professional research or clinical experience). Please visit our website for more information (https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/psychology/admissions) and contact the director of the PhD clinical psychology program, Dr. Steve Tuber, with any questions.
Application components:
1. Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
All previous transcripts are required, whether or not they include psychology courses. Unofficial versions are fine at time of application. Upon acceptance, official versions are required.
2. General GRE and (subject) Psychology GRE
Please refer to our program’s website for more information about the GRE requirements (https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/psychology/frequently-asked-questions)
3. Resume/CV
4. Personal Statement
In your applicant statement, please discuss your past education and experience, academic and professional plans, and reasons for wishing to undertake graduate work. Include some details about intended specialization in your field, your preparation for that specialization, and anything else you consider important for an assessment of your abilities. Please also be sure to convey who you are as a person, not just your academic qualifications.
5. Supplemental essay: Diversity statement
The City College Clinical Psychology PhD program seeks a cohort of students that embodies diversity in its many forms and is committed to providing excellent clinical care to underserved populations. To this end, please submit a brief statement (maximum of 250 words) describing how your personal and/or professional characteristics, experiences, and interests will advance our program's deep commitment to diversity and social justice. you are invited to address whichever aspects of diversity or difference are most meaningful to you.
6. Two (at minimum) Recommendation letters
Who should I have write my letters of recommendation? We require at least two letters of recommendation. We have no "requirements" as far as who writes your recommendation letters; in general, it's a good idea to include at least one from a professor (to vouch for your academic work and ability) and one from an employer or supervisor-someone who can speak to your research and clinical work and ability. It is important to ask people who can speak of you with real knowledge of your abilities and personal qualities (rather than "he/she was one of 200 undergraduates in my lecture course. He/she did very well with a grade of A in the course...) You can include more than two letters. (https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/psychology/frequently-asked-questions)
Want more information?
Information about our program can be found on our website: https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/psychology/welcome
Admissions specific questions can be directed to our Admissions Coordinator,
Nat Sufrin (Email:
clinicaladmissions@gmail.com
)
Last Updated: 01/29/2024 09:42