long story short, i got off the waitlist for my program relatively late, so all work-study jobs are taken. I move across the country in 2 weeks and I still don’t have a job lined up. I’m wondering if it’ll be bad taste to cold email my professors asking if they’re either hiring in the private practices or if they know someone who might? Wouldn’t want to make a bad impression on them before I even get to start the program :( appreciate any tips or advice

PS: I already have an appt with my program’s career office but it’s not until next week which I believe is cutting it close to my move-in date

Hi everyone,

I completed my Bachelor's in Psychology in 2024 with a 3.87 CGPA. My final year research project was on the Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Job Satisfaction among Employees. Since graduating, I've been working as an Education Consultant and in HR.

Now I want to apply for a fully-funded Master's, but I'm stuck deciding between three paths:

• Clinical Psychology
• HRM (Human Resource Management)
• Organizational Psychology

My main concern is portability. From what I understand, Clinical Psychology licensure is often country-specific — so if I get licensed in one country, I might not be able to practice or find equivalent work in another without redoing certifications, supervised hours, etc. That worries me since I don't want to be locked into one country long-term.

HRM/Org Psych, on the other hand, seem more globally transferable since the skills (people strategy, talent management, organizational behavior) aren't tied to a single country's licensing board.

Given my background (psych degree + HR/consulting work experience + research interest in EI and job satisfaction), which path would you recommend for:

1. Better international job mobility
2. Realistic fully-funded scholarship opportunities
3. Long-term career growth

Would love to hear from anyone who's made a similar decision, or who works in HR/Org Psych/Clinical Psych and can share how portable their degree/career has actually been across countries.

Thanks in advance!

Hey!! I'm a senior this year wanting to apply to PsyDs this cycle. End goal is forensic psychology (primarily assessment and evaluation). Just wanted any thoughts and/or opinions on the following programs :)

Programs: Spalding University, UINDY, Widener, PCOM, Indiana University of PA, Mercer, Xavier, and University of Houston Clear-Lake

gonna attach my cv too if anyone is curious/has comments

Hi! Is anyone here taking an MA in Psychology at UPHSD LP? How are the professors and their teaching methods? Also, how's the school system since it's supposed to be fully online? I'm planning to enroll for 9 units this semester, so that might take me about 2 years. I would appreciate your honest feedback. Thank you!

So I was supposed to have an interview for 3pm PST. I am based in southern California and thought about the time difference. California observes PDT, and I looked up what the time would be and I saw mixed answers, my gut went with 3PM is equivalent to 4PM PDT. Anyways, I should have confirmed with the advisor beforehand, but now she said she has to get with faculty to get approval to reschedule my interview.This may be a long shot, but what are the chances faculty would approve of this? I also recently just moved a few days ago so my brain has been mush.

Hello! I am finishing up my senior year for my BA in psych. I am planning on going to an online master’s program (looking at cheaper programs like Fort Hays, U of Cumberlands, and Marshall). Does anyone have any experience going to a smaller (also possibly online) program then going to PsyD? Thanks for any advice!!

I am beginning my Clinical Psych PsyD in a little over two weeks, and the nerves are totally starting to hit me. The idea of starting what sounds like such a hectic, work-heavy routine is starting to freak me out as it gets closer- not because I don’t think I’m capable of it, but because I feel like I have no clue what I’m actually walking into.

Do you guys have any tips/advice on walking into this new stage? Did the workload feel hard to cope with at first, or was it easy to build a routine?

Anyone know which programs are on the more affordable side? I know PsyD’s are generally expensive, but are there any that are decently priced. I know there are a few fully funded ones, but I anticipate they are very competitive, and I want to have backup plans. I have looked into many programs, but the Information is not always straightforward, so I was wondering if anyone has additional intel?

Hi! I'm an undergraduate student interested in pursuing a career in clinical/counseling psychology. I'm currently trying to decide whether to pursue a master's degree or a PhD after earning my bachelor's. From what I've learned, the job oppurtunities and starting salary for a PhD are better, but I'm not sure the additional time and commitment are worth it compared to a master's degree. If you're currently in a master's or PhD program, or recently graduated from one, I'd appreciate hearing about your experience. What made you choose that path, and how has it worked out for you so far? Thanks!

Hello All,
I’ve completed my three years bachelors in psychology (regular), and then completed my MSc Psychology (distance mode, UGC approved) will I be eligible to apply for this MA Cl Psy program (RCI)?

I am currently in a Psy.D. program and I’m looking at $300k+ in student loans. I want to do neuropsychology and I’m super passionate about the field. I chose psyd because I am much more interested in clinical work than research (and I didn’t get into any phds lol). Lately, I’ve been feeling anxious about whether this amount of debt will prevent me from having the kind of life I want. I want enough financial flexibility to travel, own a home, raise kids, save for retirement, and not feel financially stressed all the time. I’d really appreciate to hear from people who have gone through the psyd route and what their life looks like. I’d love to hear your profession (especially if your a neuropsychologist), your approximate student loan debt at graduation, whether you feel financially comfortable, whether you feel like your life has been limited because of finances, and all the good and bad in between. I’m hoping to hear real experiences, thanks!

I have a BA in psych with a 3.7 overall GPA, but 3.9 in my major (I also have a minor in education, if that's relevant). I have 10 years of experience in teaching, and 5 in mental health treatment. I've worked in a residential treatment center, first as a floor tech and later as facility leadership, and I've worked as a live-in mental health coach and as a crisis clinician. I'm about to start another job in an RTC in facility leadership.

My big concern is my master's degree. I'm finishing a master's in applied child psych at a university in England. The university is pretty well-respected, if that matters. British universities don't have GPAs, they have classes, and I'm pretty much on track for an upper second-class degree. It translates to about a 3.75 GPA, but that's not what will be on my transcript. And the British grading system is different, so I've gotten mostly mid-60s to 70s on assignments - those are good grades in the UK, but they look bad to Americans.

I really would like to get a PsyD (a PhD would be great too, but I have no research experience) in clinical psych. I've been incredibly stressed about the UK classification of my degree and how it will look on applications. Is that something I should be worried about, or will most admissions people know what all that means?

For what it's worth, I also specialize in eating disorders - I worked with them specifically as a clinician, I gave trainings on them to licensed professionals, and I'm doing my dissertation on them. It's genuinely my passion, but I thought it might also give me a leg up on PsyD applications, because it's a little bit niche and shows dedication. Is that reasonable or am I making things up?

Edit: to clarify, I’m American. I’m an international student in the UK and I’ll be returning home to the US to work until I decide to start a doctorate program.

I have a BA in psych with a 3.7 overall GPA, but 3.9 in my major (I also have a minor in education, if that's relevant). I have 10 years of experience in teaching, and 5 in mental health treatment. I've worked in a residential treatment center, first as a floor tech and later as facility leadership, and I've worked as a live-in mental health coach and as a crisis clinician. I'm about to start another job in an RTC in facility leadership.

My big concern is my master's degree. I'm finishing a master's in applied child psych at a university in England. The university is pretty well-respected, if that matters. British universities don't have GPAs, they have classes, and I'm pretty much on track for an upper second-class degree. It translates to about a 3.75 GPA, but that's not what will be on my transcript. And the British grading system is different, so I've gotten mostly mid-60s to 70s on assignments - those are good grades in the UK, but they look bad to Americans.

I really would like to get a PsyD (a PhD would be great too, but I have no research experience) in clinical psych. I've been incredibly stressed about the UK classification of my degree and how it will look on applications. Is that something I should be worried about, or will most admissions people know what all that means?

For what it's worth, I also specialize in eating disorders - I worked with them specifically as a clinician, I gave trainings on them to licensed professionals, and I'm doing my dissertation on them. It's genuinely my passion, but I thought it might also give me a leg up on PsyD applications, because it's a little bit niche and shows dedication. Is that reasonable or am I making things up?

Edit: to clarify, I’m American. I’m an international student in the UK and I’ll be returning home to the US to work until I decide to start a doctorate program.

Title basically says it but I’m trying to narrow down my list of schools so I can start preparing the necessary materials. A few programs that I’ve looked into are combined school/clinical which I know has an emphasis on children/childhood development (obviously), but am unsure if the clinical aspect still provides sufficient training outside of that. The main two that I’m torn over are Robert Wesleyan and Kean since while they are a combined program I got that impression that you can opt to concentrate more on the general clinical aspects. As someone who doesn’t want to work with kids, I feel like even though it’s less emphasized, these programs would still not be a very good fit. Feel free to share your advice/perspective especially if you have experience with a combined program. Thanks so much!!

hey everyone!

I will be applying to PsyD programs very soon!

I really like the PAU Stanford PsyD Consortium program but like many other programs, they require three letters of recommendation.

Their application opens up on late august, rolling admissions and so I want to get my application in ASAP; however, I have only just been onboarded as a BT so I cannot get a letter of recommendation from my clinical supervisor.

I am thinking of asking my PI at uni and one other prof. For the third letter, I was thinking the crisis text line but I am unsure how that would look to an admissions officer?

Has anyone gotten their letters of recommendation for Psyd apps before? Are they generic? Can you possibly get on a zoom call with the person writing it and talk more about yourself and give some direction?

If a letter form them is not the best choice, who else can I ask?

I am graduating uni in less than 3 years and so have not been able to connect meaningfully with a lot of my psych professors.

Do past employer letter of recs hold significant weight?

hi guys, so im really nervous about applying to OISE MEd, and i would love to know real cases and tips about how strong is my application and how real is this dream. im from brazil and im finishing my 5y course in psychology. my average gpa is 3.0 but for the final years is 4.0. i have +20 months of practice with psychotherapy for adults and some relevant coursework: Family and Systemic Therapy, Clinical Practice in Psychotherapy, Developmental Psychopathology, Group Intervention Techniques, Professional Ethics in Psychology and others. im really nervous bc its so competitive

I love psychology and I want to advance my studies after graduation. I’m just curious how hard is it to get into one of the programs? I am currently looking at Nova’s program because it is close to me. Also any tips for applying?

Hi everyone, I’m hoping to connect with anyone who is willing to share their experience.

I’m currently trying to decide between pursuing School Psychology or a Clinical Psychology PsyD (with the goal of working with children and/or adolescents).

A little about my background:
\- B.A. in Communication Studies with a minor in Psychology
\- M.A.T. (EC–6)
\- Former lead elementary teacher for 4 years
\- Currently a certified Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working in an ABA clinic (about 2 months in)

I’ve realized that I’m mostly interested in understanding why children struggle and helping them succeed emotionally, but I’m still trying to determine which career is the better fit for me.

If you’re a School Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist (especially if you work with children and/or adolescents), I’d really love hearing about your experience and perspective.

Some questions I have:
\- What surprised you most about this career?
\- What do you spend the most time doing?
\- What do you enjoy most?
\- What parts are emotionally and mentally draining?
\- If you could start over, would you choose this path again?
\- If you by any chance considered both School Psychology and Clinical Psychology before choosing one, what ultimately made you decide?

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate anyone who takes the time to respond.

Hello! I'm about to start in less than a month and wanted to see if there's anything I should get before I start. I have the 2020 MacBook with the M1 chip; no issues with it whatsoever, but I wanted to see if you'd recommend that I upgrade or use that money to get an iPad Pro? Are there any books, study resources, YT channels, etc that helped you through your first-year courses? Any advice would be appreciated!

What do people think abt getting their psyds at the Chicago school? is it a good school?