Overview

At the School Psychology Specialist program from Central Michigan University, you'll work with students from every facet of society, with all the challenges that brings — but the work is intensely rewarding. It's one reason why U.S. News & World Report ranks it the second-best social service job.Only 8 to 10 students are admitted each year into this competitive program. We want our schools to reflect all of society, which is why we encourage students from diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply.By the time you finish this program, you'll be knowledgeable in the following areas:

Psychological and educational foundations.

Research methods.

Psychological and educational assessment.

Intervention strategies.

Professional school psychology.

This program's core faculty have expertise in autism, pediatrics, interventions and other areas. You'll come to know your faculty as mentors as you become a valued member of our teaching community.

Program Highlights

The specialist program is approved conditionally by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). As a student, you will:

Gain on-the-job experience from a full-time internship during your third year.

Participate in service and gain experience with student groups such as Student Affiliates in School Psychology (SASP) and DeafBlind Central.

Be eligible for Michigan's School Psychologist Certification and NASP's National Certification.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Intellectual Assessment

Assessment and Development of Academic Skills I

Assessment and Intervention for Developmental Disabilities

Statistics in Psychology

Teaching Diverse Students in Educational Settings

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

70 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mount Pleasant, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Along with the application, you’ll need to submit a $50 application fee

Submit a copy of your passport

Submit proof of English proficiency or your intent to study English upon arrival – unless you are from an exempted country where English is the primary language of instruction.

You also may demonstrate English proficiency by completing the English studies program through CMU's English Language Institute.

Applicants must provide a third-party course-by-course credential evaluation and document verification

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24010 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19343 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

19343 USD / year

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Living costs

Mount Pleasant

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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