
Chairperson: John H. Grych, Ph.D.
marquette.edu/psyc/
Degree Offered
Doctor of Philosophy
Program Description
The clinical psychology program offers courses and training leading to the degree of doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in clinical psychology. Students in the doctoral program acquire a master of science degree as they progress toward their doctoral degree. The doctoral program is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Courses cover scientific areas of psychology, the historical foundations of psychology, research methods and professional practice skills. Supervised clinical experiences are planned throughout the curriculum. Practica are available at the Department of Psychology’s Center for Psychological Services and with collaborating agencies in the Milwaukee urban area.
Prerequisites for Admission
The applicant is expected to show evidence of adequate preparation in psychological and related sciences. The following courses are prerequisites to graduate study in clinical psychology: general psychology, psychological measurements and statistics, experimental psychology (with laboratory), personality theory, abnormal psychology, plus two additional courses chosen from the following: psychology of learning, psychological testing, history and systems of psychology, biopsychology (physiological psychology), social psychology and developmental psychology.
Application Deadline
To be considered for admission, all application requirements must be completed and received in the Graduate School by December 1.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit, directly to the Graduate School:
- A completed online application form and fee.
- Official transcripts from all current and previous colleges/universities except Marquette.
- A personal statement of 1,000 words or fewer that includes discussion of academic and professional experiences and goals.
- Three letters of reference from individuals familiar with the applicant’s academic work and/or research experience.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test scores (General Test).
- For international applicants only: a TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.
The highest ranking applicants will be invited to an interview.
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Clinical Psychology
A doctoral student must complete a program of study defined, in conjunction with the director of clinical training, on an approved Doctoral Program Planning Form. Students obtain a master’s degree while in the doctoral program. The program requires a total of 84 credit hours of course work beyond the baccalaureate degree including: semesterly enrollment in and attendance at a non-credit colloquium (PSYC 8952 Colloquium in Psychology), 6 credit hours of master’s thesis work, completion of an approved master’s thesis, successful completion of a doctoral qualifying examination (DQE), 12 credit hours of dissertation work, submission of an approved dissertation and an approved internship.
Required courses are:
21 credit hours in substantive core courses | 21 | |
Abnormal Psychology | ||
History and Theoretical Foundations of Psychology | ||
Advanced Personality Psychology | ||
Advanced Developmental Psychology | ||
Advanced Social Psychology | ||
Foundations and Processes of Human Cognition | ||
Biological Bases of Behavior | ||
6 credit hours in assessment | 6 | |
Psychological Assessment 1 | ||
Psychological Assessment 2 | ||
12 credit hours in intervention | 12 | |
Clinical Interviewing | ||
Theories of Psychotherapy 1 | ||
Theories of Psychotherapy 2 | ||
elective | ||
6 credit hours in practice core courses | 6 | |
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Psychology | ||
3 credits of consultation/supervision | 3 | |
Consultation and Supervision Strategies | ||
6 credit hours in professional practice | 6 | |
Ethics and Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology | ||
Multicultural Issues in Clinical Psychology | ||
9 credit hours in research core courses | 9 | |
Advanced Statistics and Design 1 | ||
Advanced Statistics and Design 2 | ||
Advanced Research Methods | ||
6 credit hours of master's thesis work | 6 | |
Master's Thesis | ||
12 credit hours of dissertation work | 12 | |
Doctoral Dissertation | ||
3 credit hours of graduate-level electives | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 84 |
The student is required to complete a satisfactory master’s thesis and pass an oral defense. The defense is overseen by a committee of three department faculty and the defense constitutes the master’s comprehensive exam. Students who successfully defend their master’s thesis and who have completed at least 36 credit hours of study are awarded the master’s degree. Students must successfully complete the DQE to be advanced to doctoral candidacy.
Requirements to earn the master of science degree on the way to earning the doctoral degree total 42 credit hours:
30 credit hours of required course work | 30 | |
Advanced Statistics and Design 1 | ||
Advanced Statistics and Design 2 | ||
Ethics and Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology | ||
Multicultural Issues in Clinical Psychology | ||
Psychological Assessment 1 | ||
Psychological Assessment 2 | ||
Clinical Interviewing | ||
Theories of Psychotherapy 1 | ||
Theories of Psychotherapy 2 | ||
Abnormal Psychology | ||
6 credit hours of electives | 6 | |
History and Theoretical Foundations of Psychology | ||
Advanced Personality Psychology | ||
Advanced Developmental Psychology | ||
Advanced Social Psychology | ||
Foundations and Processes of Human Cognition | ||
Biological Bases of Behavior | ||
6 credit hours of master's thesis work | 6 | |
Master's Thesis | ||
a completed master's thesis | ||
public defense of the thesis | ||
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
The doctoral student must complete an internship approved by the Psychology Department. Before the student is permitted to apply for internship, personal and professional readiness must be verified. Readiness is evaluated by both a review of the student’s graduate study portfolio and a “clinical exam,” which entails an oral examination of necessary clinical skills. Permission will be granted only to students whose proposal has been approved.
A public defense of the dissertation will be conducted only after the student has completed all other formal requirements for the doctoral degree, with the possible exception of the internship. To conduct research projects, permission from the university Institutional Review Board must be obtained.
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