Doctorate of Counseling Psychology (Ph.D)

at University at Albany

Modules
 

• Introduction to Counseling Theory & Practice    
• Advanced Career Development or Theories of Career Development in Counseling Psychology    
• Ethics and Professional Issues in Counseling Psychology    
• Theory, Research, and Practice in Counseling Psychology I & II
• Assessment in Counseling Psychology I & II
• Group Counseling Research and Practice
• Multicultural Counseling

Academic Eligibility:

• Students must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a college or university of recognized standing.
• Students must achieve and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Students should have at least 18 credits of undergraduate psychology credit is required, which must include statistics and either abnormal psychology or personality.
• Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE scores. 
• Students are required to submit the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)< scores. 

Indian Students Eligibility:

• Students should submit required official and complete individual mark skeets for each examination attempt, including subsidiary exams. 
• Photocopies of student's mark sheets are accepted only when they are attested by the University Registrar or Controller of Examinations and placed in a sealed, stamped envelope that is sent directly to the Graduate School. 

The cost of studying at University at Albany varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay $27306 annually, to study in University at Albany

Graduates will pursue a professional career as a licensed psychologist in:

research-oriented universities and colleges,

community and college counseling centers,

academic medical schools,

Veterans Affairs medical facilities, and private practice.