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School psychology

School psychology is a field of study aimed at students who want to become psychologists with a strong, broad-based knowledge of psychology, educational psychology, and child development, and who plan to work in educational settings where they can create environments promoting healthy child and youth development. The program is based on the science-practitioner model in which students learn to read research, formulate hypotheses, test them in practice, and share results with colleagues. The coursework is evenly balanced with extensive field experiences in schools and community-based mental health settings. Research is strongly emphasized. Students pursuing specific coursework may become qualified to take the licensure exam for psychology.

Master of arts (M.A.)/Specialist certificate  program

Offered through the Graduate School, our  M.A. program emphasizes research and theory in the context of classroom application. It generally culminates in an extensive research project and final oral exam. The application procedures and tuition fees correspond to those of the Graduate School.

Program overview

Doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in educational psychology—school psychology

Our Ph.D. degree is for students interested in focusing on a particular subject field and includes original research that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in that field. Students pursuing this degree are admitted through the Graduate School.

Program overview

 

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Employment and career information
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National Association of School Psychologists

From ISEEK:
Wage information for Minnesota: educational, vocational, and school counselors; clinical, counseling, and school psychologists
Career description: counselors

Occupational outlook for psychologists from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

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