The Baylor University School Psychology EdS Waco is part of the nationally recognized Baylor School Psychology Program, designed to prepare and qualify students to excel as school psychologists in educational settings. Both the EdS Dallas and EdS Waco campuses are fully accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), ensuring a high standard of education and professional preparation.
Data about our program and student outcomes is on NASP’s website at this link: Program Annual Report and Student Outcomes
Located at the main Baylor University campus in Waco, the EdS Waco campus provides a unique opportunity to apply psychological principles in schools, making a positive impact on the educational success of children and youth in the Waco and Central Texas communities.
Waco Distinctives
EdS Waco is located in Mars McLean Science (MMS) building, which is home to the School of Education on the traditional Baylor University campus. Mars McLean is located conveniently next to Penland Crossroads dining facility and Moody Library, Baylor’s main library. The School of Education also has an education-specific Learning Resource Center and Library located at the garden level of MMS.
Our EDS in School Psychology Waco campus offers a few unique distinctives to help you jumpstart your career.
- Traditional Campus Setting: In-person classes, where face-to-face learning and direct faculty interaction prepare you for real-world success.
- Local Impact: Students have the opportunity to connect with the School of Education’s Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing, which conducts impactful research and provides clinical services for people with intellectual disabilities, their families, and communities.
- Study Abroad Opportunity: EdS Waco students have the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica with faculty and earn credit for EDP 5393 during their May minimester.
Waco is located approximately 100 miles south of Dallas and north of Austin, with American Airlines service at the Waco Regional Airport. Popular attractions in Waco include the Dr. Pepper Museum, the Magnolia Market, and the Cameron Park Zoo.
Benefits of being a Baylor Bear
Whether studying at the Dallas or Waco campus, our EdS in School Psychology program offers a robust support system of faculty, alumni, fellow students, and the community to ensure student success.
- Faculty Support: Faculty provide support and counsel from initial application all the way through your graduation, helping students find practicum placements in Waco or DFW areas, and facilitating internship applications.
- Alumni Network: Baylor will connect you with alumni in the area where you are serving your practicum or internship and where you would like to launch your professional career.
- Diverse Academic Backgrounds of Baylor Graduate Students: Graduate students in the Baylor program come from a wide range of undergraduate fields. Our previous students have earned degrees in psychology, education, special education, social work, and various other disciplines. This diversity enriches the learning experience and fosters a collaborative environment.
School Psychology EdS Highlights
- Expert Training in Evidence-Based Practices: Our program equips individuals with the skills needed for effective evidence-based interventions, assessments, consultations, research, and program evaluations.
- Hands-On Practicum and Internship Opportunities: Baylor collaborates closely with school districts in the Central Texas region and nationwide, offering students hands-on classroom experiences.
- Pathway to Licensure: Baylor provides the academic and applied experiences required to be eligible for the Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) credential in Texas—and equivalent certifications in other states—along with the Nationally Certified School Psychologist credential from the National Association of School Psychologists.
- Strong Local Connections: Whether you’re studying at our Dallas or Waco campus, you will benefit from our robust network of resources and partnerships with school districts and educational agencies throughout the DFW Metroplex or Waco and Central Texas regions respectively.
- Access to Premier Resources: Waco students have access to the main Baylor campus and resources, including our on-campus Health Clinic, Student Life Center (SLC), and opportunities for graduate student housing.
Study Abroad
During the May mini semester, EdS Waco students have the opportunity to study abroad in Costa Rica while earning credit for EDP 5393 Cultural Issues with Children and Families. This trip offers interdisciplinary networking with peer graduate students from social work, curriculum and instruction, and health-related departments.