Which graduate psychology programs are offered at ACU?
ACU offers four graduate programs from the Department of Psychology:
- General Psychology (36 credit hours),
- Clinical Psychology (48 credit hours)
- Counseling Psychology (60 credit hours)
- Specialist in School Psychology (60 hours)
Are the application requirements and process the same for each of these programs?
Yes, the application process and requirements are the same for each program option. You will find program-specific admissions requirements on your program of interest’s web page. Begin your application
When is the application deadline for the Fall semester?
The Priority Review deadline (for scholarships and graduate assistantship consideration) is March 30.
The Standard Review deadline is August 10.
The international student deadline is February 15.
Do you need an undergraduate major in psychology in order to apply?
No, students with a variety of undergraduate majors have been admitted to our program and have been successful.
Are specific prerequisites required?
Yes, the following four courses are required for admission:
- Statistics
- Experimental Psychology (or a research course)
- Abnormal Psychology
- 3 additional hours in physiological, developmental, cognition, learning or an acceptable substitute
Is there an application fee?
Yes, the application fee can be paid within your application portal.
What is the minimum GPA required to apply? Can students be admitted on probation?
Unconditional admission requires an undergraduate GPA of 3.5-4.0.
If an applicant meets all other requirements and has an undergraduate GPA of 3.0-3.49, he/she may be admitted on probation. The condition of probation means the applicant must make a final grade of B or above in each of the first 4 courses required in the program.
Is the GRE required?
The GRE is not required.
When will I be notified of my admission decision?
Students are offered rolling admission on a priority basis until March 30. Students admitted on probation status will be notified mid April.