Why USU? Faculty. The key reason to apply to the PHD program in the psychology department at Utah State University is the faculty. Faculty at Utah State University are dedicated to training graduate students and to provide them opportunities to reach their potential. Students will have access to superb researchers, clinical supervisors, and teachers. Ranking: The National Science Foundation ranks science, technology and some social science (e.g., psychology) departments nationally in terms of external funding generated, irrespective of the size of their faculty. In the past 5 years, the Psychology Department at Utah State University has ranked in the top 14th percentile among 550 departments across the country. This year, we are raked in the 12th percentile. This translates into great opportunities for our students. Collaboration with other programs EAPS: For EAPS students, having a highly regarded program in Clinical, Counseling & School Psychology—the other PHD program offered by the Psychology Department at Utah State University—has some great advantages. Opportunities to be involved in research projects, and to have access to expertise in clinical and non-clinical areas of research |
Student brag sheet Funding: All incoming doctoral students are funded their first year, and funding usually continues throughout your graduate training. There are many sources for graduate funding including teaching or research assistantships, or paid practicum. All incoming doctoral students are guaranteed an assistantship which "waives" them to the resident tuition. In addition, Utah State University has a Resident Tuition Remission for Doctoral Students. Travel Funding: Being successful in this field involves participation in the national and international organizations and conferences. Travel to conferences can be expensive and the Psychology Department and the University have multiple funding sources to assist with this. |
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