Decenber 1st: Graduate Program Application Deadline. Reach out to Graduate Coordinator, Krista Terrell, for more information. USU Campus in the background.

About the Department of Psychology

The Utah State Psychology Department is home to seven graduate specializations and a thriving undergraduate major. With more than 170 PhDs awarded our alumni network is rapidly growing. Students from many different walks of life have found a home and place of belonging in Logan, Utah. The department’s commitment to seeking and training diverse students and faculty has created a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our mission is to make substantial contributions to the development of new knowledge. Department interests across ethnic/cultural communities, identity, and rural populations develops well rounded, professional and knowledgeable graduates.

We are dedicated to facilitating student professional and academic growth as well as fostering a strong commitment to ethical practice in psychology. Learn more about diversity efforts in the Psychology department.

Graduate Specializations

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Behavior Analysis
Provides students a solid understanding of conceptual, translational, basic and applied domains of behavior analysis. The specialization promotes an interdisciplinary and translational approach to behavior analysis.
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Brain and Cognition
Offers students the opportunity to gain a PhD in psychology with a specialization in cognition and brain. The program is home to highly qualified faculty with varied interests including cognitive development, multisensory processing, and neuropsychiatric disorders.
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Combined Clinical/Counseling
Provides a combined approach to doctoral-level training across the two practice areas of clinical and counseling psychology. Students receive training across a broad spectrum of problem areas, populations, settings, and approaches for a wide range of future potential careers.
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School Counseling
M.Ed. in School Counseling Program is designed to prepare students for professional licensure in school counseling and job opportunities in K-12 school counseling positions. Students receive hands-on experience through practicum and internship experiences in private and public K-12 schools.
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School Psychology
School psychologists work to support the behavioral/mental health and educational success of youth and their caregivers. Training focuses on developing scientific problem-solving skills as well as broad competencies in assessment, intervention, and consultation. 
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Neuroscience
Students in the neuroscience doctoral program are expected to align themselves with a focus area. Currently, these include Translational Neuroscience, Educational Neuroscience, and Lifespan Neuroscience.
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Looking for a BS/BA in Psychology? Learn more about our Undergraduate Program.

Psychology Spotlight

Department Spotlight: Emily Mellor

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Department Spotlight: Emily Mellor

Emily Mellor is a first year student in the USU School Counseling Education Program. After recognizing the power of social and emotional education in her own life, Emily decided to pursue a degree in school counseling to become an advocate and trusted sup...

Department Spotlight: Heidi Pitkin

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Department Spotlight: Heidi Pitkin

Heidi Pitkin is a third year student in the USU School Counseling Education Program. Heidi got her undergraduate degree in social work, and always wanted to further her education. In 2019, she realized she wanted to become a school counselor and enrolled ...

Department Spotlight: Jennifer Madsen

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Department Spotlight: Jennifer Madsen

Jennifer Madsen is a second year student in the USU School Counseling Education Program. After getting her undergraduate degree in 2019, Jennifer found her passion for helping students overcome obstacles. Jennifer decided to pursue a master's degree to he...

Virtual Graduate Program Open Houses

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Virtual Graduate Program Open Houses

The USU Psychology Department is hosting multiple program open houses. Each open house will provide potential applicants with information about our unique programs, review application requirements, and discuss supports available to our students.

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