Overview

Why earn your Doctor of Psychology degree at Missouri State University?

Our program partners with Burrell Behavioral Health. You will earn clinical hours and have other educational opportunities at Burrell.

Your degree for your goals. Choose from three emphasis areas for your PsyD: behavior analysis, diversity and activism, or integrated health.

MSU has the only doctorate program in psychology in southwest Missouri.

Career options with a PsyD

As a licensed Health Service Psychologist, you’re qualified to provide mental and behavioral health care services. Your clients can be individuals, couples, families and/or groups.

Most Health Service Psychologist have careers in:

Community care
Higher education
Hospital administration
Integrated health care/mental health treatment
Research institutions
School systems

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Behavior Analysis
Human Growth and Development
Social Psychology
History and Systems: Orientation to Clinical Psychology
Philosophy and Contextual Behavioral Science
Biological Basis of Behavior
Advanced Cognitive and Affective Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

130 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Springfield, United States

Disciplines

Psychology View 238 other PhDs in Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university, including:
A cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in undergraduate and graduate work
Major in psychology or submission of the GRE Psychology Advanced Subject Test scores
Submission of GRE Scores including Quantitative, Verbal, and Critical Thinking and Writing
A personal statement outlining career goals and preparation for advanced doctoral work in psychology.
A diversity statement addressing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical psychology.
At least 3 letters of recommendation, including at least 2 from college-level teachers who are well acquainted with the student's academic achievements.
A formal interview for selected applicants.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16180 USD / year

≈ 16180 USD / year
Out-of-State

16180 USD / year

≈ 16180 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4562 USD / year

≈ 4562 USD / year

Living costs

Springfield

United States

725 - 1020 USD / month

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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