PhD Psychology (Clinical) at University of Nevada, Reno

Programme overview

The Clinical Psychology PhD has been APA-accredited since 1972 and follows a clinical science model in which students are matched with research mentors from the first year. Clinical training is supervised in-house at the Psychological Services Center and at community placements.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Department: Psychology | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Reno, NV, United States

What you will study

Comprehensive exams consist of a grant proposal and a research paper, followed by a master's-equivalent project and a dissertation. Clinical training emphasises behavioral and cognitive-behavioral models, with assessment, CBT, DBT and ACT practice in community placements.

Career pathways

Independent clinical scientists and practitioners; the program aims to make students competitive for internship.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GRE scores will not be considered and interviews will be conducted over Zoom. Minimum standards for admission are a 3.0 (out of 4.0 possible) GPA as an undergraduate. We WILL NOT consider GRE scores in admissions decisions. TOEFL 550-paper based (PB) or 79-internet based (iBT) or IELTS-composite score of 7 (no subject area below 6). (FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY)

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: December 1 (Fall)

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/grad/apply

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