Clinical Psychology, MS

Tuition fees are 10,260 USD per year, while admissions are rolling.

This Master of Science program offers intensive training in psychotherapy, research, and the assessment and conceptualization of psychological functioning. It emphasizes empirically supported therapies, focusing on cognitive-behavioral and contextual behavioral science treatments and approaches. Students gain active research experience.

Graduates prepare for careers as licensed psychological associates or practitioners, or for doctoral study in applied psychology programs.

Applicants need at least 18 psychology semester hours including research methods, statistics, and a clinical/related course, with a preferred undergraduate GPA of 3.5 (minimum 3.0). Preferred GRE scores are 151 verbal and 148 quantitative, along with adequate interpersonal skills assessed via interview, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose. Admission is limited and competitive, with rare exceptions for lower GPA/GRE if other evidence of success exists.

Face-to-face, full-time, typically 2 years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 82% of applicants.

Morehead State University has grown into a public regional university based in Morehead, Kentucky, with additional locations in Ashland, Mt. Sterling and Prestonsburg. Students can also choose online and hybrid study. Academic options include 65 undergraduate majors, undergraduate minors, certificates, master's programs, doctoral programs and licensure pathways. Areas of interest span agriculture, arts and humanities, business, education, health sciences, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and social sciences.

Program strengths include space science, medical careers, engineering and education. The university has also received the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as a Research College and University for 2025. Level UP adds career-oriented courses, faculty mentoring and hands-on experience for students developing career skills. Research, scholarly work and practical preparation are part of the academic experience.

International students can expect a campus community with social events, academic workshops, student clubs and organizations, advising support and campus resources. Welcome Week+ introduces new students to people and services, while Eagle Fest offers opportunities to explore more than 100 clubs and organizations and connect with local businesses and community groups. Students should also consider available scholarships and grants, as well as the university's residential campus experience in Morehead.