What happens after I apply to the School Psychology PsyD program?
The PsyD program utilizes a rolling admissions policy, so applications will be considered
throughout the year as they are received. Students will be accepted into the program
until the desired class size is achieved, therefore it is recommended for candidates
to submit applications early. Classes begin in the fall term.
The Admissions Committee screens applications, invites some applicants for an interview
and to submit a writing sample, evaluates the applicants and selects the new students.
As an applicant to PCOM's Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology program, you are
responsible for ensuring that all admissions materials are completed accurately and
submitted in a timely manner.
Interviews for this program will be offered both virtually and in-person for the 2024-2025
application cycle.
Following completion of the admissions process, each applicant is notified of the
Admissions Committee's decision in writing, including any conditions that must be
satisfied prior to or following enrollment.
Criminal background check requirement
The College requires a criminal background check for all program applicants and enrolled
students. The PCOM Office of Admissions will facilitate a criminal background check
prior to matriculation processed by a PCOM vendor of choice. Subsequent criminal background
checks can occur during enrollment, including but not limited to, when the student
is conducting internships, clerkships, clinical coursework, or other types of coursework
that occur off campus. Should you be charged, convicted of, or plead guilty or no
contest to a misdemeanor or felony crime after the date of your original application
submission, you are required to notify the Dean of your program in writing within
10 business days of the occurrence. This communication should be sent by certified
mail to the Dean at the address on the acceptance letter.
Technical standards
Prior to enrollment, all candidates are required to complete PCOM's Technical Standards for Admission and Matriculation (PDF).
Should you have any questions, please contact us via email at admissions@pcom.edu.