School Psychology (PhD)

The aim of the PhD Program in School Psychology at Ball State is to prepare students for entry to practice in health service psychology. The PhD Program in School Psychology is a pathway toward eligibility to pursue a career as a licensed psychologist.

The PhD in School Psychology program prepares all students who have completed a bachelor's degree by the time of program start. The MA degree is not required for admission and may be earned during the PhD in School Psychology program.
This program provides students with training experiences to become proficient in the following profession-wide competencies in health service psychology: psychological assessment, consultation, prevention, intervention, ethical and legal issues, research, and individual and cultural diversity. Professionalism, communication skills, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advocacy is also emphasized.

Our graduates are best defined by their skills—those necessary to perform the professional role asked of them across settings and within the ethical bounds of their education, training, and supervised experience. Graduates often work in schools, private practice, academia, community mental health clinics, and hospitals.