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Program Information
Please note that the information below was collected for the 2006-07 academic year. For the most current information, we encourage you to contact the program directly.
University:
University at Albany, State University of New York
Program's Mailing Address:
232 Education
City:Albany
State:NY
Zip:12222
Phone:
518-442-5052
Fax:
518-442-4953
Website:
www.albany.edu/schoolpsych/
Department in which program is housed:
Educational and Counseling Psychology
College in which program is housed:
School of Education
Program director:
Deborah K. Kundert
E-mail:
dkundert@csc.albany.edu
Phone:
518-442-5072
Additional Program Director:
Office of Graduate Admissions
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Degrees Offered, Program Approvals, and General Requirements
Master's Degree (36-45 hours)
Degree name:
Total Graduate Credit Hours:
Comprehensive qualifying exams required:
Thesis required:
Professional paper in lieu of thesis required:
Professional project in lieu of thesis required:
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State Department of Education approved:
na
NCATE approved program:
na
Other approval/accreditation:
na
Other agency:
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Specialist Level (60+ hours)
Degree name:
Certificate of Advanced Study in School Psychology
Total graduate credit hours:
Thesis required:
no
Professional paper in lieu of thesis required:
na
Professional project in lieu of thesis required:
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NASP approved program:
State Department of Education approved:
yes
NCATE approved:
na
Other approval/accreditation:
na
Other agency:
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Doctoral Degree
Degree name:
PsyD; Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology
Total graduate credit hours:
Comprehensive quailfying exams required:
yes
Thesis required:
na
Professional paper in lieu of thesis required:
na
Professional project in lieu of thesis required:
na
Dissertation required:
yes
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NASP approved program:
na
State Department of Education approved:
yes
NCATE approved:
na
APA accredited:
yes
Other approval/accreditation:
na
Other agency:
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Respecialization Degree
Degree name:
Total graduate credit hours:
Comprehensive qualifying exams required:
Thesis required:
Professional paper in lieu of thesis required:
Professional project in lieu of thesis required:
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Program(s) Philosophy
The philosophy of the CAS Program at University at Albany is to prepare school psychologists to integrate psychological theory, research, and established methods of scientific inquiry into effective practice. Within this philosophy, preparation of school psychologists is dependent on:
a) A solid foundation in psychological theory and research, established methods of scientific inquiry, educational theory, and skill-based training in psychological assessment and intervention methods
b) Opportunities for supervised application of theory, research, and methods of inquiry and practice
This philosophy is consistent with an integrated theory-research-practice model in which theory and research provide the basis for psychological practice, the implementation and evaluation of which subsequently informs theory, research, and practice. Following this philosophy, the Program prepares school psychologists who are hypothesis testing, data based problem solvers who implement empirically-validated interventions.
Training in the UA School Psychology Program is based on the practitioner-scientist model that serves as the means for integrating knowledge, research, and practice to prepare school psychologists to meet the mental health needs of children and youth. That is, there is a focus in our Program on professional preparation that is well-grounded in theory and research. Given the clear integration of theory and research into practice, students have a strong foundation to address the needs of children and youth using advanced and comprehensive methods. Our students are able to provide and evaluate a range of services from a broad perspective. A problem-solving approach is emphasized within a collaborative context with other professionals and families to build an effective learning community that respects diversity and recognizes the potential of every child.
The organizing themes that integrate the CAS Program are:
a) Human diversity and differences (children and youth have individual needs and show considerable diversity in the way they approach their world)
b) Development across the lifespan (typical and atypical development)
c) Ecological influences on behavior (understanding children’s needs in context; family, school, society)
These themes are evident in the selection of courses, composition of individual courses, and field training that are included in the program of study. In particular, students in the School Psychology Program must demonstrate sensitivity to the important ways in which these issues contribute to significant educational decisions in the lives of children. The values inherent in understanding these influences on human behavior are infused across and within all clinical courses and field training within the program.
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Student Enrollment Data
Master's Level
Total number of students:
Number of full-time students:
Number of part-time students:
Number of students who applied for the 2006-2007 year:
Number of students accepted for the 2006-2007 year:
Specialist Level
Total number of students:
16
Number of full-time students:
16
Number of part-time students:
Number of students who applied for the 2006-2007 year:
25
Number of students accepted for the 2006-2007 year:
14
Doctoral Level
Total number of students:
25
Number of full-time students:
22
Number of part-time students:
3
Number of students who applied for the 2006-2007 year:
47
Number of students accepted for the 2006-2007 year:
9
Respecialization
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Number of full-time students:
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Number of students accepted for the 2006-2007 year:
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Student Characteristics
Master's Level
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Specialist Level
Total number of students:
16
Number of female students in program:
12
Number of male students in program:
4
Number of American Indian or Alaskan Natives in program:
Number of Asians in program:
Number of African Americans in program:
Number of Latinos in program:
1
Number of Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders in program:
Number of Whites in program:
13
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Number of students with unknown ethnicities in program:
Doctoral Level
Total number of students:
25
Number of female students in program:
21
Number of male students in program:
4
Number of American Indian or Alaskan Natives in program:
Number of Asians in program:
1
Number of African Americans in program:
3
Number of Latinos in program:
1
Number of Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders in program:
Number of Whites in program:
20
Number of students with mixed ethnicities in program:
Number of international students in program:
1
Number of students with unknown ethnicities in program:
Respecialization
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Number of female students in program:
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Admission Deadlines
Master's Level
Fall admissions?
na
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Spring admissions?
na
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Summer admissions:
na
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Application fee:
Specialist Level
Fall admissions?
yes
If yes, deadline for admissions:
January 2
Spring admissions?
no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Summer admissions?
no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Application fee:
$60
Doctoral Level
Fall admissions?
yes
If yes, deadline for admissions:
January 2
Spring admissions?
no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Summer admissions?
no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Application fee:
$60
Respecialization
Fall admissions?
na
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Spring admissions?
na
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Summer admissions?
na
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Application fee:
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Whom to contact to apply?
Office of Graduate Admissions
Application address (if different from program's mailing address):
UAB Room 121, 1400 Washington Ave.
Application city:
Albany
Application state:
NY
Application zip/postal code:
12222
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Admission Requirements
Master's Level
Require a written goals statement?
na
Require letters of recommendation?
na
Require personal or phone interview?
na
Require minimum overall undergraduate GPA on 4.0 scale?
na
If yes, minimum overall GPA:
Require minimum GPA for undergraduate major?
na
If yes, minimum GPA for major:
Require specific undergraduate major?
na
If yes, specific major required:
Require minimum number of undergrad psychology prerequisites?
na
Specialist Level
Require a written goals statement?
yes
Require letters of recommendation?
yes
Require personal or phone interview?
yes
Require minimum overall undergraduate GPA on 4.0 scale?
no
If yes, minimum overall GPA:
Require minimum GPA for undergraduate major:
no
If yes, minimum GPA for major:
Require specific undergraduate major?
no
If yes, specific major required:
Require minimum number of undergraduate psychology prerequisites?
yes
Doctoral Level
Require a written goals statement?
yes
Require letters of recommendation?
yes
Require personal or phone interview?
yes
Require minimum overall undergraduate GPA on 4.0 scale?
no
If yes, minimum overall GPA:
Require minimum GPA for undergraduate major?
na
If yes, minimum GPA for major:
Require specific undergraduate major?
no
If yes, specific major required:
Require minimum number of undergraduate psychology prerequisites?
yes
Respecialization
Require a written goals statement?
na
Require letters of recommendation?
na
Require personal or phone interview?
na
Require minimum overall undergraduate GPA on 4.0 scale?
na
If yes, minimum overall GPA:
Require minimum GPA for undergraduate major?
no
If yes, minimum GPA for major:
Require specific undergraduate major?
na
If yes, specific major required:
Require minimum number of undergraduate psychology prerequisites?
na
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Entrance Tests for Program Admission
Master's Level
GRE Verbal
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Analytic
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Verbal + Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Advanced Area
Advanced area:
Minimum:
Preferred
Average:
Miller's Analogy Test
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Specialist Level
GRE Verbal
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Analytic
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Verbal + Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
1170
GRE Advanced Area
Advanced area:
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Miller's Analogy Test
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Doctoral Level
GRE Verbal
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Analytic
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Verbal + Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
1153045
GRE Advanced Area
Advanced area:
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Miller's Analogy Test
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Respecialization
GRE Verbal
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Analytic
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Verbal + Quantitative
Minimum
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Advanced Area
Advanced area:
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Miller's Analogy Test
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
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Tuition and Fees
Master's Level
State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours):
Non-State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours):
Specialist Level
State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
$288
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours):
$7949
Non-State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
$442
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours):
$11,969
Doctoral Level
State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
$288
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours):
$7949
Non-State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
$442
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours):
$11,969
Respecialization
State Residents
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Non-State Residents
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Financial Assistance
Master's Level
Total percentage of students receiving aid for current year:
Is there any financial assistance directed toward minority recruitment?
Out-of-state students receive in-state tuition?
Tuition waiver included:
Teaching Assistantships
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Research Assistantships
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Traineeships/Training Grants From Foundations or Governments
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Other Assistantships and Grants
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Fellowships and Scholarships
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Specialist Level
Total percentage of students receiving aid for current year:
4
Is there any financial assistance directed toward minority recruitment?
yes
Out-of-state students receive in-state tuition?
no
Tuition waiver included:
no
Teaching Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving:
Annual full-time amount:
Average number of hours per week:
Research Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving:
6
Annual full-time amount:
$10,300
Average number of hours per week:
10
Traineeships/Training Grants From Foundations or Governments
Percentage of students receiving:
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Other Assistantships and Grants
Percentage of students receiving:
19
Annual full-time amount:
$12,000
Average number of hours per week:
40
Fellowships and Scholarships
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Doctoral Level
Total percentage of students receiving aid for current year:
22
Is there any financial assistance directed toward minority recruitment?
yes
Out-of-state students receive in-state tuition?
no
Tuition waiver included:
partial
Teaching Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving:
8
Annual full-time amount:
$13,800
Average number of hours per week:
10
Research Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving:
20
Annual full-time amount:
$13,400
Average number of hours per week:
10
Traineeships/Training Grants From Foundations or Governments
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Other Assistantships and Grants
Percentage of students receiving:
56
Annual full-time amount:
$13,800
Average number of hours per week:
30
Fellowships and Scholarships
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Respecialization
Total percentage of students receiving aid for current year:
Is there any financial assistance directed toward minority recruitment?
Out-of-state students receive in-state tuition?
Tuition waiver included:
Teaching Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving:
Annual full-time amount:
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Research Assistantships
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Traineeships/Training Grants From Foundations or Governments
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Other Assistantships and Grants
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Other Support
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Field-Based Experiences
Master's Level
Total practicum hours:
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Total minimum internship hours:
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Percentage of paid internships:
Minimum internship salary:
Average internship salary for current interns:
Specialist Level
Total practicum hours:
240
Total minimum in-school practicum hours:
240
Total minimum internship hours:
1200
Total minimum in-school internship hours:
1200
Percentage of paid internships:
100
Minimum internship salary:
$12,000
Average internship salary for current interns:
$12,000
Doctoral Level
Total practicum hours:
5424
Total minimum in-school practicum hours:
2840
Total minimum internship hours:
1500
Total minimum in-school internship hours:
2592
Percentage of paid internships:
100
Minimum internship salary:
$12,000
Average internship salary for current interns:
$12,000
Respecialization
Total practicum hours:
Total minimum in-school practicum hours:
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Competency-Based Exam Scores
Note: These are based on the prior year's graduates.
Master's Level
Total number of students who graduated during the prior year:
Average total Praxis II score for those students who graduated during the designated time period:
How many graduates applied for the NCSP within one year after graduation?
What percentage of the applicants above attained the NCSP?
Specialist Level
Total number of students who graduated during the prior year:
2
Average total Praxis II score for those students who graduated during the designated time period:
715
How many graduates applied for the NCSP within one year after graduation?
What percentage of the applicants above attained the NCSP?
Doctoral Level
Total number of students who graduated during the prior year:
4
Average total Praxis II score for those students who graduated during the designated time period:
775
How many graduates applied for the NCSP within one year after graduation?
What percentage of the applicants above attained the NCSP?
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