Master
of Arts Program in Clinical Psychology
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions:
UDM has an outstanding tradition of academic excellence, which
provides our diverse student population - made up of 40% male,
60% female, 33% minority groups and 6% foreign represented
by 40 countries - with an environment that fosters academic
and personal achievement. Small classes (13:1 student/faculty
ratio), flexible scheduling through full/part-time course
loads and evening/weekend classes, as well as accessible faculty
and advisors are just some of the ways in which our approximately
6,000 students are able to thrive. Our students' experiences
are further enhanced through collaboration with fellow students
whose backgrounds, age ranges, and experiences are rich and
diverse.
UDM MA Psychology graduates are working in a variety of settings
including Community Mental Health Centers, Psychiatric Hospitals,
Guidance/Counseling Centers, and Correctional Institutions.
Many have also gone on to pursue PhD and PsyD degrees at Universities
all over the country. A recent survey of MA graduates showed
a 100% employment rate in the field for those pursuing psychological
work. For more information, check out our Cooperative Education
and Career Center section "What
Can I Do with this Major?"
Class sizes vary from year to year and are limited to ensure
a favorable ratio of students to faculty advisors. Because
many qualified students apply for a relatively small number
of openings, admission is highly competitive. In addition
to application and GRE submission, potential students will
be invited to attend a required interview with faculty.
We do not set arbitrary minimums for the GRE as these factors
contribute only partially to our overall assessment of the
applicant. However, as we admit only a limited number of students
per year, it is an important component and it is to your advantage
to do as well as possible.
Yes, if you feel you have other strong credentials, such as
solid letters of recommendation, high undergraduate GPA, and
work history. We look at the total application, not just test
scores.
Our multi-faceted metropolis is the largest in Michigan and
ninth largest in the US, with a history and personality all
its own. The city is a haven for cultural amenities and sporting
fans with 30 art museums, a symphony that ranks among the
nation's best, 200-plus golf courses, numerous professional
sports franchises, 24 major shopping malls, an array of ethnic
restaurants and cutting-edge entertainment venues. In addition
to a thriving economy, Detroit's also home to the oldest state
fair in the nation, the largest annual fireworks display in
the world, the largest free jazz festival in North American
and host to the largest ethnic festival series in the country.
Plus the city is at the hub of the freeway network and railway
system as well as gateway to Canada, allowing easy access
to the region and beyond.
Detroit offers affordable living in a multitude of communities
throughout the city. To learn more information on Detroit's
cost of living, taxes, communities, employers, health care
and more, please visit www.detroitchamber.com
UDM McNichols campus is home to six residence halls. All residence
halls contain laundry facilities, vending machines and comfortable
student lounges with big screen TVs. The rooms have all of
the amenities you'd expect, including Internet hookups with
access to the library. Residence Advisors are always on duty,
and welcome spontaneous visits from their fellow residents.
Some of our international students reside in the recently
renovated Binny's House, where they host international dinners
for their fellow students. To learn more, visit http://www.udmercy.edu/student_life/reslife.htm.
Yes, you can go either full or part-time. To go full-time
means you will take three (3) courses per term. Part-time
means you will take one or two courses per term. If you complete
the program full-time, you will be in a position to graduate
in two (2) years. If you complete the program part-time, you
will be in a position to graduate in approximately three (3)
years.
Students, at time of admission, must indicate whether they
will attend full-time or part-time. Students are permitted
to change from full to part time provided that they inform
the Program
Director in writing prior to doing so. Part-time students
wishing to become full-time must get verbal approval from
the Program
Director.
The program is designed to accommodate adults with full-time
jobs. Classes typically are scheduled beginning at 4:00pm
and are also offered at 5:00pm and 6:40pm. Occasionally, sections
of courses may be offered during regular daytime hours between
9:00am and 3:00pm. Students who prefer to take courses during
the day are permitted to take daytime sections when available.
For most courses, your classmates will consist of those who
are admitted to the program at the same time. Opportunities
to connect with second-year students will be provided at an
incoming student orientation meeting. Information about the
program and events of importance to MA students are announced
as needed on a program listserv.
No. The clinical MA program is designed to train practitioners.
Consequently, a thesis is not a requirement of the program.
Students wanting research experience, or students who have
Ph.D. aspirations may want to give some serious consideration
to completing a thesis. Students interested in completing
a thesis must consult with the Program
Director before proceeding.
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