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Office of Admissions
The Admissions Department is ready to help you begin this exciting new phase in your life.
UPCOMING Application Deadlines:
Master’s in Organization Development and Leadership
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Nov 28, 2024
Start: Spring 2025
School of Psychology Doctoral Programs (excludes Clinical Psychology program)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Nov 28, 2024
Start: Spring 2025
School of Leadership Studies Doctoral Programs (Excludes Ed.D. Program)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Nov 28, 2024
Start: Spring 2025
Master’s Programs
APPLICATION DEADLINE: nov 28, 2024
Start: Spring 2025
Certificate Programs (excludes Respecialization program)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Nov 28, 2024
Start: Spring 2025
PhD Clinical Psychology
Early Decision Deadline (for those who qualify)*: October 23, 2024
FINAL APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 28, 2025
Start: FALL 2025
Fielding Graduate University is offering an early decision deadline for our PhD in Clinical Psychology program for the Fall 2024 enrollment term. Please review the eligibility requirements below to determine if you meet the criteria for early decision consideration, and for details regarding the application deadline and notification date.
Apply by October 19, 2023, to be considered. Applicants who are eligible for early decision will receive their admissions decision by February 1, 2024.
You may be eligible for an early admissions decision if you have both:
- A conferred undergraduate degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher (OR, if your undergraduate GPA is less than 3.5, completion of a psychology post-baccalaureate program with a cumulative 3.5 or higher GPA). GPA from master’s degrees and above cannot be used to meet this eligibility requirement, but will still be considered as part of your completed application file.
- A minimum of 4 transcripted psychology courses (PSY designation), including a minimum of 2 courses in statistics and/or research methods, at the undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and/or graduate level.
The early decision deadline does not replace our standard application deadline on February 1, 2024. If you do not meet the requirements for Early Decision, your application will still be reviewed in the standard application cycle.
Postdoctoral Certificate in Respecialization in Clinical Psychology
Early Decision Deadline (for those who qualify – see requirements above)*: October 23, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 28, 2025
Neuropsychology Specialization Training Program
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 23, 2025
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Start: Fall 2025
Application Requirements
Once you know which program is right for you, start the admission process by reviewing these requirements:
Standard application requirements for all programs:
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- Online Application
- $75 Application Fee
- Official Transcripts
The following outlines the minimum education and transcript requirements for each of the programs offered at Fielding Graduate University. The minimum degree(s) must be listed as conferred on the transcript before the application will be reviewed for admission.
A bachelor’s degree transcript with a GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited school OR an equivalent international degree is required for the following programs:
PhD in Clinical Psychology
A bachelor’s and doctoral degree (PhD in a Non-Clinical area of Psychology) transcript with a GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited school OR an equivalent international degree is required for the following programs:
Postdoctoral Certificate in Respecialization in Clinical Psychology
A bachelor’s and doctoral degree (PhD, PsyD or EdD in Clinical, Counseling or School Psychology) transcript with a GPA of at least 3.0 from an APA or CAP accredited program, OR from a program within a college or university that is regionally accredited, OR a Postdoctoral Respecialization Certificate in Clinical Psychology from a program within a regionally accredited college or university, OR an equivalent international degree is required for the following programs:
Neuropsychology Specialization Training Program
A bachelors OR master’s degree transcript with a GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited school, OR from a school recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, OR an equivalent international degree is required for the following programs:
EdD in Leadership for Change
PhD in Human Development
PhD in Infant and Early Childhood Development
PhD in Media Psychology
PhD in Organizational Development and Change
Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Psychology
A bachelors OR master’s degree transcript with a GPA of at least 2.5 from a regionally accredited school, OR from a school recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, OR an equivalent international degree is required for the following programs:
MA in Media Psychology
A bachelors OR master’s degree transcript with a GPA of at least 2.5 from a regionally accredited school, OR from a school recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, OR a degree verification, OR an equivalent international degree is required for the following programs:
MA in Organizational Development and Leadership
Evidence Based Coaching Certificate
Media Psychology Certificate
Applications with transcripts that do not meet the minimum requirements will be reviewed for additional transcripted degrees or certifications, relevant training or work experience, or other criteria that would indicate readiness and ability to succeed in the program.
EDD IN LEADERSHIP FOR CHANGE
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Reflective Essay
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
PHD IN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Reflective Essay
Writing Sample
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
PHD IN ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CHANGE
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Reflective Essay
Writing Sample
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
PHD IN INFANT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
Critical Thinking Sample
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
PHD IN MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
PHD IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor’s Degree- Regional Accreditation Only
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose (prompt in application)
Critical Thinking Sample (prompt in application)
3 Letters of Recommendation
Official Transcripts of all attendance bachelors and higher with a minimum Bachelors GPA of 3.0
PHD IN PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
Critical Thinking Sample
2 Letters of Recommendation
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
MA IN ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher – CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Official Transcript or Degree Verification – Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 2.5
MA IN MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher – CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Official Transcript – Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 2.5
MA IN INFANT CHILD FAMILY MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher – CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Official Transcript
CERTIFICATE IN MEDIA PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Official Transcript or Degree Verification with a minimum GPA of 2.5
CERTIFICATE IN EVIDENCE BASED COACHING
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Resume
Official Transcript or Degree Verification with a minimum GPA of 2.5
POSTBACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher- CHEA & ED Recognized Accreditation
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
3 Letters of Recommendation
Official Transcript- Minimum of 1 showing degree conferred with a minimum GPA of 3.0
NEUROPSYCHOLOGY SPECIALIZATION TRAINING PROGRAM (POSTDOCTORAL)
PhD, PsyD, EdD in clinical, counseling or school psychology from an APA or CPA accredited program OR
PhD, PsyD, EdD in clinical, counseling or school psychology from a program within a college or university that is regionally accredited or a postdoctoral Respecialization certificate in clinical psychology from a program within a regionally accredited college or university OR
PhD, PsyD, EdD in Psychology from an APA- or CPA- accredited program or college/university that is regionally accredited with a current Psychologist License at the doctoral level
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
Current Psychologist License or Certificate at the doctoral level
Official Transcripts- Undergraduate and Doctoral at minimum with a minimum GPA of 3.0
CERTIFICATE OF RESPECIALIZATION IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (POSTDOCTORAL)
PhD in Non-Clinical area of Psychology – Regional Accreditation Only
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
3 Letters of Recommendation
Official Transcripts- Undergraduate and Doctoral at minimum with a minimum Bachelors GPA of 3.0
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Fielding’s administrative offices are located in two lot-adjacent office buildings in beautiful Santa Barbara, California. To enrich your educational experience, many of Fielding’s programs hold face-to-face events throughout the year in different regional locations. Our Academic Conferencing & Events Department contracts with hotels and other educational spaces such as retreat centers to provide suitable spaces for your learning and engagement with faculty.
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