
Overview
- You will find that school psychology is a stimulating and rewarding field. We hope that you will choose UNLV for your education and training. Feel free to reach out to any school psychology faculty for any questions, or just to chat!
- The Ph.D. in School Psychology at University of Nevada, Las Vegas is rooted in training that emphasizes cultural diversity, a systems perspective (cultural ecological framework), and the integration of science and practice (scientist-practitioner model). Doctoral students are trained to be health service psychologists (HSPs), with a specialization in school psychology, who address psychological concerns through both scholarly research and the application of psychological knowledge and skills in practice.
Career Possibilities
Career possibilities upon graduation are excellent. School psychology consistently ranks at the top of the list for “best social service job” (top 1 and 2 in recent years) according to US News and World Report. Graduates are eligible to work as school psychologists, licensed health service psychologists, researchers, and professors.
Get more details
Visit university websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Assessment of Intelligence by School Psychologists
- Psychoeducational Academic and Diagnostic Assessment
- Projective, Personality, and Behavioral Assessment by School Psychologists
- Evidence Based Interventions to Promote Mental Health
- Consultation Theory & Skills
Check out the full curriculum
Visit university websiteKey information
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
Language
Interested in IELTS preparation material? Get started here
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Education Psychology View 208 other PhDs in Psychology in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit university websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Interested in IELTS preparation material? Get started here
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor's degree with an undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or above.
- If graduate course work has been completed, a graduate grade point average of 3.00 or above.
- Fulfill english proficiency requirements as stated in the UNLV graduate english proficiency page.
- Three letters of reference from university faculty or other individuals qualified to judge the applicant's academic potential and professionalism.
- The applicant's personal statement of professional interests, career goals, research interests, and experiences and commitment to diversity. Two to three pages.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit university websiteTuition Fee
-
International
24050 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24050 USD per year -
National
24050 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24050 USD per year -
In-State
7094 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7094 USD per year
Living costs for Las Vegas
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check for any work restrictions
Visit university websiteIn order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for School Psychology.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility