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PhD Clinical Psychology at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The 90-point PhD in Clinical Psychology follows a scientist-practitioner model combining faculty-directed lab research training with clinical assessment and intervention training. Founded in 1947-48, it has held APA accreditation continuously, currently through June 2031.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Counseling and Clinical Psychology  |  Intake: Fall only; full-time, campus-based  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Intensive lab-based research training, conference presentation and publication, and clinical training within a doctoral cohort.

Career pathways

Tenure-track academic posts, research scientist roles in medical schools, clinical researcher roles, and independent or community practice serving underserved populations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; three letters of recommendation; accepted English proficiency exam results where applicable; $75 application fee. GRE optional; interview for finalists only (phone, video or in person). Fall deadline: Dec 1 (priority and final).

Intake: Fall only; full-time, campus-based

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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