PhD in School Psychology - Waco
A Career Helping Children
Your passion is to make a difference in the lives of children and families, and you thrive on the educational success of students. You can take your passion to new heights with a doctoral degree in School Psychology and open new career opportunities through research in the field. The 101-hour PhD includes coursework, research and a one-year internship.
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Our Program
The Baylor School Psychology PhD program is accredited, on contingency, by the American Psychological Association. Accreditation status may be confirmed by APA via: Education Directorate • Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation • 750 First St. NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242 • Phone: (202) 336-5979 • TDD/TTY: (202) 336-6123 • Fax: (202) 336-5978 • Email: apaaccred@apa.org
NASP Accredited
Baylor's EdS and PhD programs are fully accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), confirming they meet high national standards. NASP accreditation ensures quality, bolsters employer confidence in our graduates, and provides a pathway for graduates to access NASP’s national certification.
Professional Opportunities in Waco
Baylor University has many opportunities for PhD students to thrive clinically. The Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities (BCDD) houses several clinics that focus on the developmental needs of children and adolescents. The Baylor Autism Resource Clinic (BARC) is housed in the BCDD and is coordinated by Dr. Kelsey Ragan, a licensed psychologist with her PhD in school psychology. The BARC provides opportunities for PhD students to participate in psychological and psychoeducational assessments, social skills groups, Autism assessments, and research.