MEd/EdS School Psychology at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The MEd/EdS programme prepares school psychologists to practise in public schools and related educational settings. It follows National Association of School Psychologists training standards, is accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Education and is NASP-accredited through Spring 2027.

Faculty: College of Education | Department: School Psychology | Duration: Minimum 72 semester hours (program-study page states minimum 69 graduate credits) including a 1200-hour, 10-month supervised internship | Intake: Fall only (application deadline January 4, 2027) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Courses are organised in seven domains: psychological and educational foundations; psychometrics, assessment and research; methods of school-based intervention; professional school psychology; applications of research skills; practicum experiences; and internship experiences.

Career pathways

School psychologist in public schools and related educational settings.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Baccalaureate degree completed before matriculation, in a field related to education, psychology, data analysis or social services, with relevant work or research experience. Application: personal statement, CV, official transcript, three letters of recommendation; GRE not required and no minimum GRE cut score; optional writing sample. Interview required (remote, February). Applications due the first business day of January for fall admission.

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.

Intake: Fall only (application deadline January 4, 2027)

Duration: Minimum 72 semester hours (program-study page states minimum 69 graduate credits) including a 1200-h

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