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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: Central Michigan University
Program's Mailing Address: Department of Psychology
City:Mount Pleasant
State:MI
Zip:48859
Phone: 989-774-6463
Fax: 989-774-2553
Website: http://www.chsbs.cmich.edu/psychology/school.htm
Department in which program is housed: Psychology
College in which program is housed: Humanities and Social and Behavioral Sciences
Program director: Timothy S. Hartshorne
E-mail: harts1tts@cmich.edu
Phone: 989-774-6479
Additional Program Director: School Program Secretary

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:
State Department of Education approved:
NCATE approved program:
Other approval/accreditation:
Other agency:

Specialist Level (60+ hours)

Degree name: Specialist in Psychological Services
Total graduate credit hours: 70
Thesis required: yes
Professional paper in lieu of thesis required: na
Professional project in lieu of thesis required: na
NASP approved program: yes
State Department of Education approved: yes
NCATE approved: yes
Other approval/accreditation:
Other agency:

Doctoral Degree

Degree name: Ph.D.
Total graduate credit hours: 106
Comprehensive quailfying exams required: yes
Thesis required: yes
Professional paper in lieu of thesis required: na
Professional project in lieu of thesis required: na
Dissertation required: yes
NASP approved program: yes
State Department of Education approved: yes
NCATE approved: yes
APA accredited: yes
Other approval/accreditation:
Other agency:

Respecialization Degree

Degree name:
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Program(s) Philosophy

School psychology involves the systematic study of the effects of social and psychological variables on students’ achievement and behavior for the purposes of a) aiding in decision making regarding academic intervention, b) preventing and intervening with academic, behavioral, and emotional problems, and c) advancing the field. It is scientific knowledge that enables psychologists to have confidence and skill in their practice of school psychology and in their research. Thus, training requires the development of increasingly complex skills initially through lectures, discussion, modeling, and practice under supervision in the classroom. Later training involves practice under supervision in the field, use of self-monitoring, and evaluation of outcomes to plan future action. The ability to consider multiple factors that may affect learning and behavior is critical including student characteristics, classroom and instructional variables, and home support (i.e., an ecological approach to assessment, intervention, prevention, and research). Training includes various theoretical orientations such as learning theory, cognitive psychology, and systems/ecological approaches as well as providing a strong background in the foundation areas of the science. Data-based decision making is strongly emphasized along with ethical decision making and accountability. Finally, enhancing an appreciation for diversity is critical in training school psychologists to function effectively in our pluralistic society. TRAINING GOALS Consistent with its training model and philosophy the specialist/doctoral level programs in school psychology seek to prepare:  psychologists who employ a systematic approach to problem solving, engage in practice based on the application of scientific knowledge, and who view data collection and analysis as an integral part of the service delivery process.  psychologists who view intervention as the core of service delivery and who can apply knowledge of assessment, instruction, learning, behavioral theory, human development, psychotherapeutic techniques, and positive mental health practices to prevent or remediate learning and adjustment problems among children and adolescents.  psychologists who are knowledgeable of professional ethics; who use ethical reasoning skills to anticipate and prevent problems from arising; and who make informed, well-reasoned choices in resolving problems when they do occur.  psychologists who respect the dignity and worth of all persons, who are committed to fairness and nondiscrimination, and who work to ensure school policies and practices are consistent with the values of fairness and nondiscrimination.  psychologists who are knowledgeable of family, schools, and community systems; who are skilled in systems- level consultation; and who use the science of psychology to promote human welfare in the provision of systems- level consultation. In addition to the five goals presented above, CMU’s doctoral program seeks to prepare:  psychologists who have the knowledge, research skills, and leadership ability to participate meaningfully in efforts to create more effective schools.  psychologists who can play a leadership role in ensuring the delivery of comprehensive and coordinated health, educational, and mental health services to children and families.  psychologists who have a specific area of expertise within school psychology.  psychologists who have the skills to mentor or supervise less-advanced trainees, and provide on-going training to others by way of in-service, workshops, or university teaching.

Student Enrollment Data

Master's Level

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Specialist Level

Total number of students: 24
Number of full-time students: 24
Number of part-time students: 0
Number of students who applied for the 2006-2007 year: 34
Number of students accepted for the 2006-2007 year: 5

Doctoral Level

Total number of students: 12
Number of full-time students: 12
Number of part-time students: 0
Number of students who applied for the 2006-2007 year: 24
Number of students accepted for the 2006-2007 year: 4

Respecialization

Total number of students:
Number of full-time students: 24
Number of part-time students:
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Student Characteristics

Master's Level

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Specialist Level

Total number of students: 24
Number of female students in program: 21
Number of male students in program: 3
Number of American Indian or Alaskan Natives in program: 0
Number of Asians in program: 0
Number of African Americans in program: 0
Number of Latinos in program: 1
Number of Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders in program: 0
Number of Whites in program: 23
Number of students with mixed ethnicities in program: 0
Number of international students in program: 0
Number of students with unknown ethnicities in program: 0

Doctoral Level

Total number of students: 12
Number of female students in program: 10
Number of male students in program: 2
Number of American Indian or Alaskan Natives in program: 0
Number of Asians in program: 2
Number of African Americans in program: 1
Number of Latinos in program: 0
Number of Native Hawaiians or Pacific Islanders in program: 0
Number of Whites in program: 9
Number of students with mixed ethnicities in program: 0
Number of international students in program: 0
Number of students with unknown ethnicities in program: 0

Respecialization

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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 15
Spring admissions? no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Summer admissions? no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Application fee: $35

Doctoral Level

Fall admissions? yes
If yes, deadline for admissions: January 15
Spring admissions? no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Summer admissions? no
If yes, deadline for admissions:
Application fee: $35

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:

Whom to contact to apply? School Program Secretary
Application address (if different from program's mailing address):
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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? no
Require minimum overall undergraduate GPA on 4.0 scale? yes
If yes, minimum overall GPA: 3.00
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? no
Require minimum overall undergraduate GPA on 4.0 scale? yes
If yes, minimum overall GPA: 3.00
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

Entrance Tests for Program Admission

Master's Level

GRE Verbal
Minimum:
Preferred:
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GRE Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred:
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GRE Analytic
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Verbal + Quantitative
Minimum:
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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:
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GRE Analytic
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
GRE Verbal + Quantitative
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Preferred:
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GRE Advanced Area
Advanced area:
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:
Miller's Analogy Test
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average:

Doctoral Level

GRE Verbal
Minimum:
Preferred:
Average: 522
GRE Quantitative
Minimum:
Preferred: 612
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:

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:

Tuition and Fees

Master's Level

State Residents
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Non-State Residents
Per credit hour tuition:
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Specialist Level

State Residents
Per credit hour tuition: $200.05
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours): $2783.10
Non-State Residents
Per credit hour tuition: $397.40
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours): $5151.30

Doctoral Level

State Residents
Per credit hour tuition: $216.35
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours): $2808.70
Non-State Residents
Per credit hour tuition: $429.10
Total full-time tuition per semester (based on 12 credit hours): $5361.70

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:
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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: 100
Is there any financial assistance directed toward minority recruitment? yes
Out-of-state students receive in-state tuition? full
Tuition waiver included: partial
Teaching Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving: 100
Annual full-time amount: $9,400
Average number of hours per week: 20
Research Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving: 0
Annual full-time amount: $9,400
Average number of hours per week: 20
Traineeships/Training Grants From Foundations or Governments
Percentage of students receiving: 0
Annual full-time amount: 0
Average number of hours per week: 0
Other Assistantships and Grants
Percentage of students receiving: 1
Annual full-time amount:
Average number of hours per week: 10
Fellowships and Scholarships
Percentage of students receiving: 10
Annual full-time amount: $9,000
Average number of hours per week: 20

Doctoral Level

Total percentage of students receiving aid for current year: 100
Is there any financial assistance directed toward minority recruitment? yes
Out-of-state students receive in-state tuition? full
Tuition waiver included: full
Teaching Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving: 100
Annual full-time amount: $9,400
Average number of hours per week: 20
Research Assistantships
Percentage of students receiving: 0
Annual full-time amount: $9,400
Average number of hours per week: 20
Traineeships/Training Grants From Foundations or Governments
Percentage of students receiving: 0
Annual full-time amount: 0
Average number of hours per week: 0
Other Assistantships and Grants
Percentage of students receiving: 0
Annual full-time amount:
Average number of hours per week: 0
Fellowships and Scholarships
Percentage of students receiving: 20
Annual full-time amount: 9,900
Average number of hours per week: 20

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?
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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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Other Support

Field-Based Experiences

Master's Level

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Specialist Level

Total practicum hours: 600
Total minimum in-school practicum hours: 600
Total minimum internship hours: 1200
Total minimum in-school internship hours: 1200
Percentage of paid internships: 100
Minimum internship salary:
Average internship salary for current interns:

Doctoral Level

Total practicum hours: 1200
Total minimum in-school practicum hours: 600
Total minimum internship hours: 1200
Total minimum in-school internship hours:
Percentage of paid internships:

100
Minimum internship salary:
Average internship salary for current interns:



Respecialization

Total 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: 10
Average total Praxis II score for those students who graduated during the designated time period: 740
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: 0
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?