Psychology Graduate Programs Application
Please indicate program(s):
Applicants may apply to the PHD program and ONE masters program ONLY, or just to ONE masters program. Clinical Doctoral | PhD | program code: PSYD
The purpose of the doctoral program is to graduate license-eligible clinical psychologists with state-of-the-art knowledge relating to the psychological practice of assessment, therapy, and research. The program offers clinical supervision from multi-theoretical approaches including behavioral, dynamic, and interpersonal-process therapies. The program is APA accredited°. It is also highly competitive, and applicants are encouraged to apply to one of the clinical MS programs (PSYB OR PSYC) as well.
Clinical Behavioral | MS | program code: PSYB
The Clinical Behavioral MS program teaches students to understand, predict, and influence internal and external behavior by utilizing evolving behavioral theory and good science. The training is comprised of foundational knowledge of behavioral psychology, behavior analysis, psychological assessment, and psychotherapy (behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and third-wave behavioral therapies). Students complete their training in supervised applied experiences in the field. The program prepares students for licensure and clinical practice at the master's level in the state of Michigan, certification in behavior analysis (BCBA), and doctoral study in psychology. The Clinical-Behavioral course sequence is approved for the Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) credential.
General Clinical | MS | program code: PSYC
The General Clinical Master's program provides a multi-theoretical view of psychological disorders that emphasizes assessment, diagnosis, and treatment from various perspectives (including dynamic and interpersonal). The program trains students in the practice of current, professionally accepted methods of psychological assessment and psychotherapy based upon various theoretical perspectives of personality and psychopathology. The program prepares students for licensure and clinical practice at the master's level in the state of Michigan, and it trains students in the design and analysis of clinical research.
Experimental | MS | program code: PSY
The General Experimental Masters program produces masters-level psychologists with general knowledge of psychology in various content areas, research methodologies and theoretical formulations. Based on a mentor model, the program of study, training and thesis are supervised by one or more faculty members. The General Experimental program does not prepare or qualify the student for a license in the State of Michigan as a clinical psychologist. It accommodates students preparing for doctoral programs or seeking career advancement in a basic or applied research area.
The psychology department calls for additional requirements beyond what is required for graduate admissions at the university level. A complete application for psychology applicants should include:
o Official GRE scores (Eastern Michigan University code: 1201) o Official English Language Proficiency Test Scores if required o Graduate Admissions Application & applicable fee*
*McNair Scholars must submit a paper application and verification of participation to receive the application fee waiver. o Official Transcripts –
MUST be sent from ALL schools in which college credit was received, including dual enrollment in high school and study abroad programs. Per university guidelines, transcripts MUST be sent from each school in which the credit was received, even if the transfer credit is reflected on another transcript.
o Department Application o Curriculum Vita
o Writing Sample that demonstrates scholarly ability (typically a research paper) o Letters of Recommendation
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required for the PhD, CB and GC programs. Two (2) letters of recommendation are required for the Experimental program.
For questions or clarification, please email the program to which you are applying.
Clinical Doctoral (PSYD): [email protected] Clinical Behavioral Masters (PSYB): [email protected]
Experimental Masters (PSY): [email protected] General Clinical Masters (PSYC): [email protected] Department deadlines DIFFER from graduate admissions.
Psychology Graduate Programs Application
First Name: Middle Name: Last Name:
Current Address: City, State Zip:
Primary Phone Number: Cell Home Work
Email Address (required):
Gender: Female Male Transgender Other
Are you an international student applicant (not a U.S. citizen/permanent resident OR currently have or will require a visa to live, work, or study in the United States)?
Yes No
If yes, please contact the Office of International Graduate Admissions for additional required documents.
Only school transcripts submitted to Educational Perspectives will be used for admissions.
All international transcripts must be evaluated by Educational Perspectives (EP), including all Canadian transcripts. All applicants to the Graduate School with non-U.S. post secondary credentials must submit an
evaluation of their credentials to EMU. Educational Perspectives (EP) is the credential evaluation
service that provides evaluations of international educational credentials for applicants to EMU. Additional information for international students can be found at:
http://www.emich.edu/graduate/admissions/applicationprocess/international.php Order the "Detailed" report (course by course evaluation) for $135.00.
The evaluation takes five business days from when the EP application, payment and all of the documents needed for an evaluation, are received at EP. EP will then send the evaluation to you and EMU upon completion. Visit EMU's EP site: www.edperspective.org/emich for details on how to submit the evaluation request and obtain
Please provide your educational background below (list most recent first):
*Note: you MUST include any institution that you attended from which you received college credit, including dual enrollment in high school and study abroad programs. Per university guidelines, transcripts MUST be sent
from each school in which the credit was received, even if the transfer credit is reflected on another transcript.
Institution Name City, State
Country Level (Graduate/ Undergraduate) Dates Attended (mm/yy-mm/yy) Degree Type Completed/ Expected (BA, BS, etc.) Degree Date (mm/yy) if applicable
Undergraduate Major 1: Undergraduate Major 2:
Type of Graduate Program(s) previously attended (if applicable): Indicate your Psychology Undergraduate courses completed to date:
Course Number
(e.g., PSY 101) Course Title
Credit Hours Institution Where Taken Semester Taken Grade
Clinical Experiences – list your clinically relevant experiences (if any), including activities engaged in as a mental
health worker, occupational therapist, paramedic, hot-line counselor, teacher, volunteer, student in a mental health setting, etc.
Job Title Responsibilities Dates/Hours Worked Volunteer Paid or Nature/Amount of Supervision
Research Experiences – list your research experiences (if any). Additionally, you can submit abstracts or reprints
Diversity (optional): Our program values diversity. Please indicate how you might contribute to the diversity of our program (e.g., age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, language, national origin, race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, social economic status, etc.) as well as any relevant multicultural experiences. Please limit response to 75 words or less.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor (other than a traffic violation)?
Yes No
If yes, please provide explanation below.
By submitting this application, I certify that all information in this form is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge, and that I have listed ALL institutions previously attended. I understand that misrepresentation or omission of any information may be cause for denial or cancellation of my admission OR may result in my being suspended or dismissed from Eastern Michigan University, if discovered subsequent. I understand that all
Essay Questions – answer BOTH questions in the space provided.
1. Personal statement* – Tell us about significant life experiences and people that have shaped your career choice, the impact of your clinical and research experiences thus far, your special interests, and your personal goals as a psychologist. Please limit response to 3500 characters or 500 words.
*The same statement may be used for your Graduate Application.
2. Interests and fit with our program – What types of psychological problem(s)/issues would you be most
interested in understanding better through research (and/or clinical work – for clinical program students). Explain your theoretical orientation to these problems and why you feel this approach is best. Please limit response to 3500 characters or 500 words.
DOCTORAL applicants ONLY:
Identify up to three faculty with whom you are interested in working. Rate them on a scale that totals 100% based on the strength of your preference (e.g., Dr. A – 70%; Dr. B – 20%; Dr. C – 10%). Please check the department website for faculty research and clinical interests: www.emich.edu/psychology/faculty/index.php and for which faculty are accepting applications this year: http://www.emich.edu/psychology/programs/phd.php
Faculty Name % of preference
Notification of Application Decision
The program holds an Open House/Interview Day for the most qualified applicants. All applicants who are being recommended for admission will be contacted via mail or email. Official notification will follow in writing from Graduate Admissions, pending approval of the recommendation. Applicants will be advised in writing if they are not recommended for admission. Such notice will be sent at the earliest possible date.
It is the policy of Eastern Michigan University not to discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, handicap, or veteran status in matters of admissions, employment, housing, or services or in the educational programs or activities it operates, in
accordance with civil rights legislation and University commitment.
Eastern Michigan University and the Psychology Department reserve the right to change any statement in this program concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, tuition, fees, curricula, and courses.
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