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This program starts each fall semester.

The program requires three academic years to complete (68 credits, distributed across 6 semesters). The last year is a full time internship (many paid opportunities available).

A GRE score is not required. Faculty consider each application holistically.

Each cohort typically has 15-18 candidates.

• Part counselor, part-clinician, part administrator in a school setting.
• Seeks to apply psychological principles and techniques to the educational environment.
• Uniquely qualified members of school teams that support students’ ability to learn and teachers’ ability to teach.
• Able to tackle behavioral and learning issues, evaluate performance, implement corrective plans, and counsel all involved.

• School psychology is recognized as a critical shortage area therefore a career in high demand. The American west region especially is dramatically underserved.
• In the greater Pacific Northwest (AK, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WY) there are only 12 comparable programs.
• Employment in the counseling profession projected to grow 20% from 2014-2024.
• School Psychologist positions expected to grow by 16,400 jobs from 2012-2022.
• The mean wage for School Psychologists in Washington is $69,430 (as of May 2016)

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• Mission of service requires that we rise to meet this need.
• Groundwork is in existence with uniquely qualified faculty and collaboration for courses across existent departments.
• Potential for strategic growth and sustainable revenue.

Our program prepares candidates to become practicing School Psychologists in Washington and or throughout the nation. Our curriculum aligns with the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) standards and the expectation of the program is that every graduate will obtain the Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential, and this certificate often assists with interstate recognition of training.

Our program is designed to be in-person and all courses are held on-campus at Gonzaga University.

Jesuits have been educating people since 1540, and Gonzaga's Master's programs continue to offer the opportunity to pursue a degree that strives to educate the whole person: intellectually, spiritually, physically and emotionally. Gonzaga was founded in 1887 and continues to pursue a mission of educating leaders with a mind for social justice and the capacity for reflective and critical thought.

With a river running right through downtown and four distinct seasons, Washington state's second largest city lives up to its motto: "Near Nature, Near Perfect." Spokane offers abundant green space and easy access to numerous lakes, ski resorts, mountains and bike paths. Along with access to endless outdoor recreational activities, you’ll enjoy big city attractions like shopping and entertainment without the congestion or expense of living in a larger metropolitan area. Gonzaga’s campus is just a short walk to downtown.

You will be assigned a faculty advisor who will work with you throughout the duration of the program to help you meet your academic goals. Our Student Services team is also available to answer your questions and connect you to the resources you need, including:

• Course Scheduling and Program Support
• Graduate Student Association
• Foley Library
• IT Help Desk
• Disability Access
• Career & Professional Development
• Center for Cura Personalis
• Health & Counseling Services
• Lincoln LGBTQ+ Resource Center
• Rudolf Fitness Center
• Transfer, Veteran, and Returning Adult Services
• Unity Multicultural Education Center
• University Mission & Ministry

We are all here to help you succeed.