Akron,
OH,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Counseling Psychology in Akron United States | University of Akron
University of Akron
|
Akron United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,192
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Akron features an esteemed doctoral program in counseling psychology that holds full APA accreditation. This comprehensive program equips graduates for careers in professional psychology practice, academia, and research across various environments. Housed within the Department of Psychology, this full-time program adheres to the scientist-practitioner approach while being rooted in counseling psychology's humanistic principles, focusing on personal development, growth, and understanding cultural and environmental influences. The curriculum and practical training establish a strong generalist background in counseling psychology, particularly concentrating on individual therapy for older adolescents and adults. Students can explore specialized areas through elective courses and additional practical experiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Required
Graduate school application
Graduate School application fee
Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from each institution attended
Office reports of the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE Subject Test for Psychology is optional)
Current vita outlining educational and professional experiences
Declaration of intent outlining occupational goals, interests, and commitment to program (including reasons for choosing the field of counseling psychology and The University of Akron)
Minimum of three letters of reference attesting to success in the field and probable academic success at the doctoral level
Graduate school application
Graduate School application fee
Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from each institution attended
Office reports of the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE Subject Test for Psychology is optional)
Current vita outlining educational and professional experiences
Declaration of intent outlining occupational goals, interests, and commitment to program (including reasons for choosing the field of counseling psychology and The University of Akron)
Minimum of three letters of reference attesting to success in the field and probable academic success at the doctoral level
GPA of 3.0 or above on all undergraduate coursework.
GPA of 3.25 or above on all psychology coursework (if applicable)
Preferred, Hold at least a B.A. in psychology or have completed 30 hours of psychology coursework
Earned scores of 151 (51%) or above on the Verbal Reasoning, 153 (51%) or above on the Quantitative Reasoning, and 4.0 (56%) on the Analytical Writing subtests of the GRE.
A minimum score of 79 on the internet-based TOEFL.
A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
The GRE Psychology subtest is not required. However, the GRE Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing scores are required.
The Counseling Psychology Program curriculum is a post-bachelor's-focused track, although we welcome submissions from all qualified applicants, including those with master's degrees. Students admitted with master's degrees are expected to take the bachelor's curriculum, with options for waiving select courses and potentially their thesis waiver project.
Students are not admitted to specific faculty members but to the program as a whole. However, students are welcome to identify any research or clinical interests that overlap with faculty members as part of their declaration of intent.
Admission to the CPP is competitive, with many more applicants than the limited number of openings each year, so actual grades and scores needed for admission are typically somewhat higher than the minimums specified.
Graduate school application
Graduate School application fee
Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from each institution attended
Office reports of the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE Subject Test for Psychology is optional)
Current vita outlining educational and professional experiences
Declaration of intent outlining occupational goals, interests, and commitment to program (including reasons for choosing the field of counseling psychology and The University of Akron)
Minimum of three letters of reference attesting to success in the field and probable academic success at the doctoral level
Graduate school application
Graduate School application fee
Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from each institution attended
Office reports of the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE Subject Test for Psychology is optional)
Current vita outlining educational and professional experiences
Declaration of intent outlining occupational goals, interests, and commitment to program (including reasons for choosing the field of counseling psychology and The University of Akron)
Minimum of three letters of reference attesting to success in the field and probable academic success at the doctoral level
GPA of 3.0 or above on all undergraduate coursework.
GPA of 3.25 or above on all psychology coursework (if applicable)
Preferred, Hold at least a B.A. in psychology or have completed 30 hours of psychology coursework
Earned scores of 151 (51%) or above on the Verbal Reasoning, 153 (51%) or above on the Quantitative Reasoning, and 4.0 (56%) on the Analytical Writing subtests of the GRE.
A minimum score of 79 on the internet-based TOEFL.
A minimum score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
The GRE Psychology subtest is not required. However, the GRE Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing scores are required.
The Counseling Psychology Program curriculum is a post-bachelor's-focused track, although we welcome submissions from all qualified applicants, including those with master's degrees. Students admitted with master's degrees are expected to take the bachelor's curriculum, with options for waiving select courses and potentially their thesis waiver project.
Students are not admitted to specific faculty members but to the program as a whole. However, students are welcome to identify any research or clinical interests that overlap with faculty members as part of their declaration of intent.
Admission to the CPP is competitive, with many more applicants than the limited number of openings each year, so actual grades and scores needed for admission are typically somewhat higher than the minimums specified.
Tuition
USD
19,192