Overview

Our PhD students are expected to conduct research and to advance the science of counseling psychology through scholarly inquiry. You’ll learn how to apply your scientific knowledge using qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

Outcomes

The Educational Psychology - Counseling Psychology program at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, which is accredited by the American Psychological Association, will prepare you to work as a counseling psychologist in a variety of settings, including universities, hospitals, mental health clinics and private practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Vocational Psychology
Advanced Counseling Strategies
Professional, Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling Psychology
Advanced Multicultural Counseling
Psychological Assessment
Supervision of Counseling
Doctoral Practicum in Counseling
Advanced Doctoral Practicum in Counseling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

85 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milwaukee, United States

Disciplines

Educational Psychology Counselling Psychology View 85 other PhDs in Educational Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Optional: Submission of scores on the General Test portion of the Graduate Record Examination; test taken within last five years. GRE scores are not required for any program in educational psychology but may be submitted as supplemental material.
A letter outlining the applicant’s academic and professional background, declaration of Area of Concentration as well as specific research interests and goals for the PhD program.
Three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s intellectual achievement and potential.
At least one sample of academic writing. You may add additional materials that highlight your professional and/or academic skills.
A resume or curriculum vitae.

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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Tuition Fee

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International

24532 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12266 USD per semester during 72 months.
National

24532 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12266 USD per semester during 72 months.
In-State

11100 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5550 USD per semester during 72 months.

Living costs for Milwaukee

1066 - 1767 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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