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  Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology 2021-2023 Admission Psy.D. Admission Procedures  

Psy.D. Admission Procedures

You may only  apply online Applicants should apply to only one of the two programs offered: School Psychology or Clinical Psychology.

**Applicants are restricted from applying to more than one (1) doctoral psychology program in New Brunswick each term. Applying to more than one program may significantly delay your application**

The Clinical PsyD & School PsyD Programs share a common deadline of December 1, 2023 for admissions entering Fall 2024. All application materials should be submitted on or before the December 1st deadline. 

For Admission: 
Application Deadline: 
Sept. 2024
Dec. 1, 2023
Sept. 2025
Dec. 1. 2024

Application fee: Currently $70.00. Payment can be made by mailing in a check or online with credit card.
  • Official transcripts from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended can be sent electronically or mailed in a sealed envelope.
    • If sending electronically, please send them to:  e-transcripts@gradadm.rutgers.edu  (recommended)   
    • Because of back-logged registrars¿ offices, applicants are advised to upload unofficial transcripts with their applications. However, it is expected official transcripts will be sent, as well.
  • "3" Completed Letters of Recommendation must be sent electronically. 
  • Please submit a personal statement describing your experiences related to, and your commitment to, pursuing a career in professional psychology and a doctoral degree. 
    • Page length: 1.5-2 pages approximately 750 ¿ 1000 words. Must be sent electronically.
  • Clinical PsyD Program & School PsyD Program:  The Clinical & School Psychology PsyD programs will NOT require the general GRE's and will NOT consider them as part of any application package (i.e., the application process will not have you submit or forward scores).
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is also required of all foreign applicants whose native language is not English. The TOEFL requirement may be waived for applicants who can present sufficiently compelling evidence of their abilities in English
  • Resume Must be sent electronically.
  • Indicate the program to which you are applying.
  • Note: You can check your application for materials received (transcripts, letters). Log into the portal  https://rutgers.force.com/ApplicantPortal/AppPortalCustom  and go to supporting materials, you will be able to view what materials have been received and what are still pending. 

NOTE: Admission application materials should be sent directly to:
Offices of Graduate and Professional Admissions
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
ASB I
65 Davidson Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854
 
For additional information, contact RU-info at 848-445-info (4636) or colonelhenry.rutgers.edu.
Comments and corrections to: One Stop Student Services Center.

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