Amherst,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Clinical Psychology - Child, Adolescent, and Family in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,276
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
72 months
The Clinical Psychology Program at UMass Amherst provides a Major Area of Study aligned with the Council of Specialties framework, specializing in Clinical Child Psychology, along with an optional Family Psychology Emphasis. Students can choose to focus solely on the Clinical Child specialization or additionally pursue the Family Psychology track by fulfilling the outlined training requirements.
Mirroring the broader Clinical Psychology Program, the Clinical Child and Family concentrations prepare graduate students for careers as academic clinical psychologists. These professionals typically work as faculty members in psychology departments, psychiatry departments at medical schools, or within governmental and private policy organizations. Accordingly, the Clinical Child and Family specializations offer comprehensive training in clinical research, assessment, and therapeutic approaches for children, adolescents, and families. These programs examine developmental processes from infancy through adulthood, emphasizing how social factors—including family dynamics, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status—influence individual development and psychological well-being.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants who have had previous graduate work at another institution must fulfill all departmental requirements, either through courses taken at the University of Massachusetts or through the substitution of equivalent courses taken elsewhere. A master's degree based solely on course work and/or examination, or a master's degree in a field other than psychology, does not fulfill the departmental requirement for a master's thesis. Therefore, such students are required to complete a master's thesis or its equivalent before proceeding on for the PhD.
The Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Developmental Science and Social Psychology program DO NOT require GRE scores.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from persons in your major academic field at the institution that you most recently attended.
A clear indication of which area of the psychology department you are applying to: Clinical Psychology, Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Psychology of Peace and the Prevention of Violence, or Social Psychology.
A personal statement. State clearly, concisely, and in specific terms your academic and research interests. Also include your professional goals.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
The Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Developmental Science and Social Psychology program DO NOT require GRE scores.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from persons in your major academic field at the institution that you most recently attended.
A clear indication of which area of the psychology department you are applying to: Clinical Psychology, Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Psychology of Peace and the Prevention of Violence, or Social Psychology.
A personal statement. State clearly, concisely, and in specific terms your academic and research interests. Also include your professional goals.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Tuition
USD
32,276