Program Overview
The School Psychology at Rider University is a Master programme in Psychology over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the School Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 810 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Lawrenceville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the School Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Assessment and Intervention I: Standardized Measures of Academics And Behavior
- Assessment and Intervention II: Curriculum-Based Measures
- Assessment and Intervention III: Psychoeducational Assessment and Report Writing
- Assesment & Intervention IV: Behavioral and Social-Emotional Needs
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Satisfactory annual ratings for retention and progression in the School Psychology program. Program faculty will evaluate the academic, professional competencies, and professional work characteristics of each student based upon their portfolio and personal statement. A recommendation for continuation, continuation with remediation, or dismissal will be made by August 31st of each year.
- Based upon NASP standards, all students must fulfill a residency requirement by enrolling as a full-time student (minimum of nine graduate credits for one semester) so as to develop an affiliation with colleagues, faculty, and the profession.
- Completion of 64 graduate credits with a minimum GPA of 3.3.
- Take the Praxis Subject Assessments (formerly the Praxis II tests) test in school psychology during the first semester of internship,\xc2\xa0EDPS\xc2\xa0590 Internship in School Psychology I\xc2\xa0and furnish a copy of the score to the school psychology program director.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 810 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 810 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rider University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Rider University
Rider University
Lawrenceville, United States
Rider University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months