MPS Clinical Psychological Science at University of Maryland, College Park

Programme overview

The University of Maryland is proud to offer a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Clinical Psychological Science, the only master’s-level degree that focuses explicitly on clinical psychological science. The goal of the MPS program is to provide rigorous training in clinical psychology, including coursework in evidence-based psychological assessment and interventions, as well as state-of-the-art research methods and critical thinking skills. Students take 10 courses (two per term) over the course of 15 months.

Faculty: Behavioral and Social Sciences | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: College Park, MD, United States

What you will study

Required courses include Research Methods in Clinical Psychology, Child Development & Psychopathology, Adult Psychopathology, Clinical Assessment: Psychometric Principles, Testing and Behavior, Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Adults, Ethics, Diversity, and Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology. The degree requires 30 credits in total.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate admission requirements: Statement of Purpose Transcript(s) TOEFL/IELTS/PTE ( international graduate students) | Programme-specific: Letters of Recommendation (2) CV/Resume Supplementary Application Writing Sample (optional) Admissions Interview

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Each graduate program sets its own admission requirements and deadlines.

Graduate applications are submitted online through the TerpEngage Graduate Admissions System; the application fee is $90 per program applied to (non-refundable). Deadlines are set by each program.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying

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