School-Community Psychology | Hofstra University

BENEFIT FROM STRONG TIES TO LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES

Accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) and approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in School-Community Psychology program at Hofstra University prepares you to excel as a psychology practitioner in school and community health settings. Enter the next level of your career with practical experience in consultation, assessment, counseling, and other interventions in schools and community agencies. This rigorous, full-time program takes an average of five years to complete.

Program Highlights

Expert Faculty

Learn from faculty members with varied areas of expertise, such as family forensic psychology, cognitive behavioral psychotherapy, cross-cultural psychology, developmental disabilities (ie. Autism Spectrum Disorders and special needs assessment), and positive clinical psychology.

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Distinctive Approach

The PsyD program stresses a scholar-practitioner model, enhanced by an empirically based perspective and grounding in methodology. Emphasis is on both the individual service and consultation models of service delivery.

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Relevant Experience

Gain exposure to a variety of school and community experiences through an extended two-year internship and through practicum placements at local schools and specialty clinics at Hofstra’s Saltzman Community Services Center.

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Significant Outcomes

Our graduates work nationwide as psychology practitioners in schools and in community health settings, including hospitals and mental health, counseling, and drug treatment centers. The program averages a 72% licensure rate 2-10 years since degree conferred.

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Competitive Tuition

A PsyD in School-Community Psychology from Hofstra University is an investment in your professional career. Our program is priced competitively and based on the graduate tuition rate per credit hour. Assistantships, scholarships, and other funding is available.

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APA ACCREDITED

Our program is accredited by the American Psychological Association, so our training methods provide the competencies you need to work as a psychology practitioner in school and community health settings.

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Visit the Hofstra campus or connect with the graduate admission team. We will answer your questions and put you in touch with program faculty or degree candidates to learn more. Contact us at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu, or call 516-463-4723.

To be admitted at the beginning level, you must have successfully completed a baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution. Prior to admission, you must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better the following psychology courses:

Human Development
Elementary Statistics
Experimental Design or Research Methods
History and Systems of Psychology and Physiological Psychology are recommended but not required.
Psychometric Theory

To be admitted at the advanced level, you must have a master’s degree in school psychology from an accredited institution.

Start your application online where you can upload the following documents:

Transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. You may initially submit unofficial copies of your transcripts for your application review, but official transcripts will be required once you are accepted into the program.
Three letters of recommendation
Personal statement
Personal interview with department member and doctoral student
The GRE requirement is optional for the Fall 2024 term.

Visit the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in School-Community Psychology program page to learn more.

International students: Please review additional admission requirements.

Apply to the PsyD in School-Community Psychology program at Hofstra by January 15.

*deadline for fall 2023 extended to February 1

The PsyD in School-Community Psychology is awarded to students who successfully complete 96 hours of coursework with a cumulative GPA of B or better.

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FACULTY PROFILES

Paul J. Meller

Dr. Paul Meller, Associate Professor, PsyD in School-Community Psychology Program Director, and Director of the Institute for Family Forensic Psychology (IFFP) at the Psychological Evaluation and Research Center, is actively involved in the training and supervision of graduate students in working with high-conflict families. Over 50 different Supreme Court justices and Family Court judges have appointed him as a psychologist.

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Paul J. Meller

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How to Apply

Earn the professional recognition and personal achievement you seek with a graduate degree from Hofstra University. Whether you study online or on campus, full or part time, you will benefit from small class settings with nationally recognized faculty and a community of peers all contributing to a transformative learning experience. Questions? Call 516-463-4723 or email our graduate admission team at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu.

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