Appalachian State University
School Psychology: Dual MA and Specialist Degree
Application Deadlines
Fall Admission
February 1, priority review date for admission is December 15
Applications not completed by the priority date risk denial of admission; however, if seats remain for the invitation-only interviews in February, applications not complete by December 15 will be considered.
Exams & Waivers
Entrance exam: GRE
Exam waiver available: Yes
Learn more about exam waiver eligibility
Location
On campus
Completion Time
3 years (full time)
Serve a vital role in childrens’ lives.
The dual Master of Arts and Specialist in School Psychology program at App State allows you to make significant, ethical changes for children, families and institutions. You will have valuable learning experiences in a scientist-practitioner model while developing critical interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Emerge as a leader in school psychology with a professional licensure in North Carolina.
Visit the Department of Psychology website for more information about the School Psychology program.
Explore the Graduate Bulletin to learn about the program of study for this degree.
Professional Licensure
This is a program that can lead to licensure or certification in North Carolina. Appalachian State University cannot confirm whether this program will meet the requirements for professional licensure in other states or territories.
If this applies to you, check the Professional Licensure webpage for information on licensure requirements and licensing agencies in other states. Or, you may address questions to State Authorization at App State at stateauthorization@appstate.edu or 828-262-7559.
A 2022 ‘Best’
In its 2022 “Best Colleges” rankings, U.S. News & World Report named App State:
- No. 1 — Most Innovative School among Southern universities
- No. 3 — Top Public Schools in the South
- No. 6 — Best Regional Universities of the South
The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and the Southeast for 2022.
‘Top’ school for 2022
Forbes magazine ranked App State among “America’s Top Colleges” for 2022.
Concentrations and Courses
Careers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!
Careers
- School Psychologist
- Nonprofit Director
- Educational Specialist
Employers
- Public school districts across North Carolina and other states
- Agencies that support children with disabilities
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
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Graduate Assistantships
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