MS Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University

Programme overview

The Master of Science program in clinical psychology provides you with a comprehensive understanding of mental health and behavior, emphasizing evidence-based techniques for psychological assessment and treatment. You learn from internationally recognized experts to gain the knowledge and real-world experience needed to shape the future of psychological care. You develop expertise in psychological assessment, research methods and statistical analysis, becoming equipped to deliver data-driven, evidence-based care.

What you will study

45 credit hours including the required applied project course (PSY 593), or 48 credit hours including the required applied project course (PSY 593), or 51 credit hours including the required applied project course (PSY 593), or 54 credit hours including the required applied project course (PSY 593), or 57 credit hours including the required applied project course (PSY 593) Required Core (12 credit hours) PSY 530 Intermed Statistics (3) PSY 534 Psychometric Methods (3) PSY 572 Psychological Assessment (3) PSY 589 Training in Cultural Competence (3) Adult or Child Focus (6 credit hours) PSY 574 Psychotherapy (3) PSY 578 Developmental Psychopathology (3) PSY 588 Child and Family Therapy (3) PSY 591 Topic: Psychopathology (3) Other Requirements (12 credit hours) PSY 587 Ethics for Clinical Psychologists (3) PSY 596 Dissemination and Implementation (3) PSY 597 Clinical Interviewing (3) PSY 609 Research Methods in Psychology (3) Practicum (6 credit hours) PSY 680 Practicum (6) Restricted Electives (3, 6, 9, 12 or 15 credit hours) PSY 535 Cognitive Processes (3) PSY 575 Affective Aspects of Behavior (3) PSY 581 Developmental Aspects of Behavior (3) PSY 582 Biological Aspects of Behavior (3) PSY 591 Topic: Advanced Social Psychology for Clinicians (3) Culminating Experience (6 credit hours) PSY 593 Applied Project (6) Additional Curriculum Information Students with an adult focus should take PSY 574 and PSY 591 Topic: Psychopathology.

Career pathways

Graduates are able to work in private and hospital settings as mental health counselors. They work with adults, children, couples and families on a range of mental health topics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. Applicants are required to submit: graduate admissions application and application fee official transcripts personal statement professional resume two letters of recommendation proof of English proficiency Additional Admission Information: An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT)®, or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026 in a testing center; 6.5 on the IELTS; or 105 on the Duolingo English test.

Domestic applicants: USD 13,327 a year (2026-27). Arizona resident tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads Source

International applicants: USD 24,780 a year (2026-27). International tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads ar Source

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer; the terms available for each programme are listed in Degree Search.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each programme office and listed in Degree Search; the application opens almost a year before the start term. The nonrefundable application fee is $75 for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA and international online students outside the U.S., and $120 for international students on a nonimmigrant visa studying in the U.S. Apply with ASU's graduate application (Law applicants use the law college's site); GRE/GMAT requirements vary by programme.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.asu.edu/apply/graduate/admission

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