Overview
The Counseling Psychology program at University of Kentucky requires full-time study (9-12 credits per semester) and residence in Lexington. Like all counseling psychology doctoral programs, our program includes a one-year, full-time internship at an APA accredited site, which usually requires relocation to another city or state.
Top 12 Reasons to Join Our Program
- 100% of our students who applied for pre-doctoral internship in the last four years received an APA-accredited and fully funded internship
- 100% of our alumni achieved gainful employment after graduation
- 100% of our students obtain practicum placements in a variety of desirable settings such as VA Medical Centers, Hospitals, Prisons, University Counseling Centers, and Community Mental Health Agencies
- 100% of last year’s graduates said they were satisfied with the quality of the training they received in the PhD program
- 99% of students who wanted full-time (20/hrs/wk) funding in the last 3 years received it in the form of assistantships or fellowships
Programme Structure
Course include:
- The philosophy of the program is rooted in the values and goals of a socially just society. A socially just society is contingent on the optimal health and well-being of all persons in that society.
- The health and well-being of persons is contingent on access to healthy environments that support healthy development and functioning.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
- 9-12 credits per fall/spring semester
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Counselling Psychology View 68 other PhDs in Counselling Psychology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Applications for admission are evaluated by the program faculty who carefully and comprehensively review the applicant’s:
- GRE scores and GPA;
- Letters of recommendation addressing academic, research, and counseling experiences and interpersonal skills;
- Match with faculty research interests;
- Statement of Purpose outlining professional goals;
Tuition Fee
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International
35460 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35460 USD per year during 60 months. -
National
35460 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35460 USD per year during 60 months. -
In-State
14330 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14330 USD per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Lexington-Fayette
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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