School Psychology - Master of Science in Education

The MSE in School Psychology is a 32-credit program. This program can be started in the summer or fall terms. Full-time students can finish in as little as three semesters.

For a comprehensive overview of the program structure and required courses, please refer to the Graduate Catalog. 

State-specific Professional Licensure information for this program can be found on the university's Institutional Research & Planning website.

To qualify for admission students must demonstrate, at a minimum, 12-credits of undergraduate or graduate coursework in psychology which include study in the three areas of child/adolescent psychology or lifespan development, abnormal psychology or psychopathology, and statistics, overall undergraduate grade point average of at least a 3.00, and meet graduate admission criteria.

The application deadline for the School Psychology program is January 15th. The next application cycle opens on March 16th. All deadlines are subject to change without notice. Accurate admission deadlines can be found on the graduate admission deadlines website. Following the January 15 deadline, the School Psychology Admissions Committee will review packets and inform all applicants as to their admission status by email.

Additional requirements for admission to the MSE School Psychology program:

• Upload an autobiographical statement. In this statement, discuss why you have chosen to pursue the field of school psychology. This statement should provide the admissions committee with a strong sample of your ability to express yourself in writing and clearly articulate your goals in pursuing the profession of school psychology.
• Provide contact information (name, organization, position/title, relationship, telephone and email address) for three (3) individuals that are knowledgeable about your potential to do graduate-level coursework.
• Complete a background check through ViewPoint. Instructions can be found here. 

All requirements can be submitted during the application process.

If you do not meet the graduate admission criteria, please email us to determine if you could be admitted on a contingent basis.

International students must meet additional criteria and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact us for information and assistance.

State-specific Professional Licensure information for this program can be found on the university's Institutional Research & Planning website.

This program at 足彩平台 is a superior value at $585.74 USD per credit as a resident and $1,200.20 USD per credit as a non-resident for the 2024-25 academic year. Visit the Tuition and Fees webpage for complete information.

Financial aid

Students completing a degree program may be eligible for financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, or employment. All of these make up a “Financial Aid Package” and may be offered singly or in various combinations. Since funds are limited, priority for aid is based on financial need and how promptly applications are filed. To find out if you qualify, or if you have other financial aid questions, contact the financial aid staff person assigned to you or try uwwfao@minyu1218.com or 262-472-1130.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater offers an excellent opportunity for students to follow our three-year, full-time course sequence leading to state licensure and national certification as a school psychologist with completion of all requirements. The first year satisfies the requirements for the MSE program, the second and third years satisfy the Education Specalist degree requirements through practicums and internship.

Interested in getting your Ed.S degree? Check out our Education Specalist degree program.

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