College of Education

Ed.D. in School Psychology

Prepare to help students overcome barriers to learning. Combine doctoral study in development, intervention, and behavior with supervised school experiences to build your skills for school psychology practice.

Why study Doctor of Education in School Psychology (Ed.D) at Findlay?

Prepare for school psychology practice through Findlay’s Doctor of Education in School Psychology. The program combines doctoral study in development, intervention, behavior, and research with supervised school experience.

  • Build a doctoral foundation. Study student learning and behavioral needs through required coursework and research.
  • Practice in schools. Complete practicum experiences in year three and a full-time 1,500-hour school internship in the final year.
  • Plan your doctoral path. The program lists 99 required credits and a four-year completion timeline.

School psychologists help students address learning, behavioral, and developmental needs. Requirements to practice vary by state and position.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Ed.D. in School Psychology by the Numbers

1,500

Internship hours

Full-time school placement in the final year.

4

Years

Listed completion time for the Ed.D. in School Psychology.

99

Required credits

Listed for the Ed.D. in School Psychology program.

Course Requirements

Students earning a Doctorate degree in Education must complete the following curriculum.

The curriculum consists of required courses grounded in development, intervention, research, and behavior management. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog.  

Admission Requirements

  • Possess a baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited institution. 
  • Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 
  •  Submit an online application form. 
  • Supply two letters of recommendation, which will include an assessment of the candidate’s ability to perform doctoral-level work. 
  • Submit official transcripts, which can be in the form of attested credentials from a University-recognized document verification agency, of all baccalaureate-level work. 
  • Supply a Curriculum Vita or resume. 
  • Supply a Statement of Purpose. 
  • Supply a writing sample. 
  • Interview (face-to-face or online) with College of Education faculty. 
  • To obtain full candidate doctoral status, candidates must complete EDUC 700: Writing as a Doctoral Scholar with a “B” or better. 

Students, whose native language is not English and who have not graduated from a University of Findlay approved English speaking university, must meet the previously listed admission conditions, plus the following for full admission: 

  • Must have a verified International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of 8 composite score with all bands at 7.5 or above, or an equivalent score as indicated on the University of Findlay’s English Exam Admission Standards. Full admission is dependent on satisfying all admission requirements. 
  • Provide an affidavit of financial support (original), if not an American citizen or permanent resident. 

Additionally, if the applicant supplies a non-U.S. school transcripts the University’s Office of International Admissions and Services may require additional specific documentation. Contact the Office of International Admissions at 800-472-9502 ext. 4558 or https://www.findlay.edu/admissions-aid/international-students/ .

Hands-On Experience

Required experiences include practicum (completed in Fall and Spring of Year 3) and a full-time 1500 hour internship in a school placement in the final year of the program. 

Careers

This program prepares graduates for school psychology practice through doctoral study, supervised practicum, and a full-time school internship. School psychologists help students address learning, behavioral, and developmental needs.

Requirements to practice vary by state and position. Explore the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for Psychologists for national career context.

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Accreditation

University of Findlay’s College of Education is accredited by recognized regional and national bodies, ensuring your degree holds weight with employers and institutions nationwide. The College of Education holds national accreditation through CAEP. 

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