Dual Admission - Psychology
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Master of Science (M.S.) Mental Health Counseling
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Specialist (Psy.S.) in School Psychology
A dual admission program is available to students who are interested in pursuing a career in psychology. Successful completion of this program leads to a bachelor of science degree in psychology and either a master's degree in mental health counseling (M.S.), a specialist's degree in school psychology (Psy.S), a doctorate in clinical psychology (Psy.D.) or a doctorate in philosophy in psychology (Ph.D.).
The undergraduate psychology major emphasizes scientific research and applications to human activity. The major provides students with a solid foundation in the knowledge base of psychology, and the required practicum give students the opportunity to put into practice what they have learned.
Students will complete their undergraduate degree in psychology and continue their graduate studies at NSU's Center for Psychological Studies. Both doctoral degrees satisfy educational requirements for the practice of clinical psychology. The doctor of philosophy program also provides preparation for academic and research activities. The mental health counseling program provides education and training for those who will seek employment in such diverse settings as social service agencies, mental health clinics, hospitals, personnel offices, or schools. The school psychology program provides education and training to students preparing to become school psychologists.
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OVERVIEW OF REQUIREMENTS |
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Degrees |
Bachelor of Science |
Bachelor of Science Specialist Degree in School Psychology |
Bachelor of Science |
Bachelor of Science |
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Years to Complete |
4+3 |
4+4 (includes a 1-year internship) |
4+4 to 4+5 (plus a 1-year internship) |
4+4 (plus a 1-year internship) |
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Undergraduate Admission Requirements |
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Freshmen Requirements: SAT/SAT/GPA |
21/1000 & 3.0 |
21/1000 & 3.0 |
25/1150 & 3.5 |
24/1100 & 3.5 |
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Transfer Requirements: SAT/ACT/GPA |
Not Required & 3.0 |
Transfer Students are Ineligible |
Transfer Students are Ineligible |
Transfer Students are Ineligible |
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Service Activities |
N/A |
N/A |
Participation, paid or voluntary, in activity serving human needs |
Participation, paid or voluntary, in activity serving human needs |
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Letters of Recommendation |
Two: All academic |
Two: All academic |
Three: All academic |
Three: All academic |
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Preadmission Interview |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Deadline |
Fall: February 1st Winter: November 1st |
February 1st |
February 1st |
February 1st |
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NSU Requirements to Enter Graduate Program |
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Cumulative GPA |
3.0 |
3.0 |
3.3 |
3.3 |
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Undergraduate Major |
Psychology |
Psychology |
Psychology (must include statistics) |
Psychology (must include statistics) |
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Required Test Score |
N/A |
To be determined |
.GRE *May be adjusted based on GRE formatting |
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Other Requirements |
Volunteer or paid experience in mental health setting encouraged |
N/A |
Significant experience in social service or mental health agencies, which may include the undergraduate community practicum, volunteer work, and paid positions |
Significant experience in social service or mental health agencies, which may include the undergraduate community practicum, volunteer work, and paid positions |
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Graduate Interview |
Upon Request |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Degree Required |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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