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The Department of Psychology at the University of South Florida is committed to furthering our understanding of behavior and mental processes utilizing the methods of science.

Doctoral (PhD) Program in Psychology

Graduate students are trained in both basic and applied research to become independent scholars. Students work with one or more faculty members engaging in a broad range of research. Students can enter with a Master’s degree or earn a Master of Arts Along the Way as part of the Ph.D. program. The Ph.D. program is housed at USF Tampa (e.g., classes and labs); however, some advisors may have their offices at USF Sarasota or USF St. Petersburg.

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Master of Arts (MA) in Psychological Sciences

Psychological Sciences is a self-contained M.A. degree that includes the study of biological, social, developmental, and cognitive bases of health and human behavior. (This degree is different from the M.A. en route to the Ph.D. Admission into or completion of the M.A. degree in Psychological Sciences has no bearing on admission into the Ph.D. program above.) The M.A. program in Psychological Sciences is housed on the USF St. Petersburg campus.

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UCSF’s innovative, collaborative approach to patient care, research and education spans disciplines across the life sciences, making it a world leader in scientific discovery and its translation to improving health.

The Graduate Division is the home of graduate education and postdoctoral training at UCSF. We offer 19 PhD programs in basic, translational, and social/population sciences; 11 master's degree programs; and two professional doctorates. Over 1,000 postdoctoral scholars add to the robust research community on campus.


Graduate Division programs are housed within all four of the professional schools and Global Health Sciences at UCSF. The programs are almost all inter-disciplinary, creating a dynamic and synergistic atmosphere for research. Our award-winning faculty members deliver engaging courses and provide personalized mentorship for every student and postdoc.

UCSF is among the top universities of its kind in the world and a key contributor to the Bay Area's well-deserved reputation as a hub of innovation, technology, and progressive influence. Our graduate students, postdocs, and faculty take advantage of year-round opportunities to learn from and engage with leaders and ground-breakers in the community and in the region.

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Overview

Clinical Psychology / Clinical Psychology is located in San Francisco, CA, in an urban setting.

Degrees & Awards

Degrees Offered

DegreeConcentrationSub-concentration
Doctor of Psychology (Psy D)

Degrees Awarded

DegreeNumber Awarded
Master's Degrees 11
Doctoral Degrees 8

Earning Your Degree

Part-time study available? No
Evening/weekend programs available? No

Admissions

Applying

Application Fee - Domestic

Yes

Electronic
applications accepted?

Yes

Applications processed
on a rolling basis?

Application Deadlines

TypeDomesticInternationalPriority date
Fall deadline December 1st Not reported No

Entrance Requirements

ExamDetails
Doctoral Degree Exam General GRE no longer required
Doctoral Degree Requirements Bachelor's degree from accredited institution; official transcripts; personal statement of interest; professional resume or curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 in major and overall

International Students

ExamDetails
TOEFL: Required TOEFL Paper score: 600
TOEFL IBT score: 100
IELTS: Required

Tuition & Fees

Financial Support

Types of financial support available Scholarship and/or loans

Student Body

74

Total Graduate Students

5%

International Breakout (representing other countries)

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 22.97%
Black or African American 10.81%
White or Caucasian 28%
American Indian or Alaska Native 0%
Asian 13.51%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0%
Two or more races 10.81%
Unknown 10.81%

Gender

Location & Contact

Address 2130 Fulton Street
San Francisco, CA  94117
United States

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Is University of San Francisco good for psychology?

USFCA Psychology Rankings USFCA is in the top 10% of the country for psychology. More specifically it was ranked #73 out of 965 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #7 in California.

Does UCSF have a PsyD program?

The Clinical Psychology PsyD program is founded on values of social justice, health equity, and cultural responsiveness in teaching, clinical work and research endeavors. We are pleased to invite eligible prospective applicants to apply to our Diversity Scholars Program.

How hard is it to get into a PsyD program?

programs across the country have a 13% acceptance rate. On the other hand, PsyD programs usually accommodate more students, as many as 100 per class per year. With more spots available, the average acceptance rate is approximately 40%.

Does University of San Francisco have a psychology major?

The psychology major is designed for students who desire to learn the fundamentals of behavioral science within the context of a traditional liberal arts education. Students receive a comprehensive exposure to the foundations of psychological theory and application, and are introduced to laboratory and field research.