The Department of Psychology offers two distinct graduate programs and one doctoral
program.
The Clinical Psychology program offers a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in General Psychology.
The School Psychology program offers a Specialist in School Psychology degree. The
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) is a three-year, post-Masters professional preparation
program.
These graduate programs offer unique and excellent opportunities for hands-on research
in laboratory and applied settings, as well as engagement with community agencies
(e.g., schools, mental health clinics, hospitals). Our graduate students work collaboratively
with faculty mentors to create educational experiences based on their professional
goals and interests.
Clinical Psychology
School Psychology
Doctor of Psychology
Contact and Admissions Information
The WCU Graduate School provides more information about the psychology graduate programs and how to apply
to the WCU Graduate School.
For more information about the Clinical Psychology program, contact Dr. David Solomon.
For more information about the School Psychology program, contact Dr. Lori Unruh.
For more information abou the Doctor of Psychology program, contact Dr. Jon Campbell
Psychology Program Awarded a $1.25M Grant
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $1.25 million grant to Western Carolina University for groundbreaking instruction to prepare professionals for work with children with autism.
The grant will be distributed over five years to the university and used to train
60 graduate students in psychology, special education and speech-language pathology
programs on how to address the complex needs of children with autism spectrum disorders. Learn More
