Small, APA-accredited graduate school training clinical psychologists through mentorship and community-centered practice.
WSPP offers a 5-year full-time Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in clinical psychology, accredited by the American Psychological Association and the Higher Learning Commission. The curriculum emphasizes theory and science in year one, followed by advanced assessment and intervention skills. Students complete 2,000 hours of supervised practicum experience, pass comprehensive exams, and complete an original dissertation. A Master's degree is awarded en route upon completion of 65 credit hours and 500 practicum hours. Class sizes rarely exceed 20 students, and courses are scheduled Monday–Thursday to accommodate clinical work.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and complete prerequisite coursework in Introduction to Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Developmental Psychology, and Abnormal Psychology if not already completed. The application deadline for Fall 2026 is January 15, 2026. Required materials include an online application, CV/resume, personal statement (max 500 words), official transcripts (preferred GPA 3.0 overall, 3.2 in psychology), GRE scores (optional for Fall 2025), three letters of recommendation (two from psychology faculty/supervisors), and a $75 application fee. Interviews may be conducted at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.
WSPP maintains a small, tight-knit community with 98 total students, faculty, and staff. The school offers assistantships, work-study opportunities, scholarships, and federal student loan programs. Students benefit from a mentorship model with licensed faculty who are practicing psychologists. The WSPP Psychology Training Center provides clinical training on a sliding-fee basis and serves as a primary practicum site. The school operates 30 community partnerships to support clinical training and community engagement.
WSPP reports a 100% APA internship placement rate and an 83% licensure rate. Graduates are prepared for careers as licensed clinical psychologists in private practice, hospitals, clinics, and community mental health settings. The school emphasizes ethical practice and community-centered outcomes, with alumni working across diverse clinical settings.