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Pioneer the Future of Psychological Practice
Advance your psychology expertise with Nova Southeastern University's College of Psychology. We offer flexible graduate programs, tailored to fit both full-time and part-time students, and designed to advance your psychology career.
As a graduate student, you'll benefit from a supportive learning community committed to your success. Our dedicated admissions counselors are here to guide you through every step, ensuring you navigate the admissions process smoothly and achieve your career goals.
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NSU’s online application simplifies the process, offering helpful checklists and real-time updates to guide you through each step.
Application Requirements
The online application will keep track of requirements, but admission to any graduate program at NSU requires:
- Completed online application
- $50 nonrefundable fee
- Transcripts from all schools attended
Program requirements can vary and may include letters of recommendation or interviews. For a comprehensive list of requirements, visit the program's specific webpage.
Program Start Months
Graduate applications are accepted online year-round for most programs. However, the M.S. in Experimental Psychology, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, and Psy.D. in School Psychology programs only admit students for the Fall term.
Fall
Term Begins in August
Winter
Term Begins in January
Summer
Term Begins in May
Please note that NSU reserves the right to rescind or place conditions upon admissions offers should information become available that calls into question an admitted student’s academic performance or character, including that which reflects a violation of NSU’s Code of Student Conduct.
NSU’s College of Psychology’s clinical, school, and counseling programs maintain affiliation agreements with health care and community agencies and may also place students within the NSU Psychology Services Center (PSC). These affiliations allow for student clinical training experiences required in the programs. Trainees will be required to undergo Level 2 background and drug screenings.
The university and affiliate sites have a zero-tolerance policy for drug use. Testing positive for illegal or illicit drugs, including marijuana (even if prescribed or certified by a physician), or a controlled substance for which the individual does not have a prescription, would constitute a failed test and as such, could invalidate the placement/match and result in a referral for further action. (Updated Feb 2022)
NSU's Transfer Evaluation Services (TES) allows for the potential transfer of graduate credits, providing flexibility in your academic journey. Some programs may also consider prior learning experiences for credit.Learn more about personalized transfer credit evaluations by visiting TES.
Applicants may be provisionally admitted based on a preliminary review of unofficial transcripts and/or program-specific admission requirements. However, full admission to any degree program requires the submission of all final, official documents required for admission within 90 calendar days from the official start date of the term.
Once provisional acceptance is granted, students who do not attain full admittance within 90 calendar days from the official start date of the term will not be permitted to continue their studies. Registration will be prohibited and other services may be suspended.
Final, official transcripts from all previously attended postsecondary institutions are required. Transcripts should be forwarded directly from the issuing institution in a sealed envelope in order to be considered an official transcript. Applicants with transcripts from institutions that generate electronic transcripts should provide this email address when submitting their transcript request: electronictranscript@nova.edu.
Please mail transcripts to:
Nova Southeastern University
Enrollment Processing Services
Attn: College of Psychology
P.O. Box 299000
3300 South University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2004
For International Students:
Nova Southeastern University
Attn: Enrollment Processing Services
3300 South University Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2004
Photocopies and facsimiles will not be accepted as final, official transcripts.
Admissions decisions are based on degrees earned at regionally accredited institutions or an officially approved equivalent, such as an evaluation by one of the approved agencies. The evaluation must include a course-by-course analysis and list all course subjects with United States semester credits and a GPA on a 4.0 scale.
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School Psychology Specialist Program
Pursue a specialist degree (Psy.S.) that amplifies your professional path. The School Psychology program teaches you how to help students thrive in school, at home and throughout life.
Doctoral Psychology Programs
Join NSU in one of our psychology doctoral programs to take your career and training even further. NSU delivers a dynamic education. You’ll contribute to the advancement of the psychology field through innovative research and professional clinical practice with our experienced professors.
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Information for International Students
Applicants who have indicated a language other than English as their primary language on the application form will need to demonstrate English language proficiency by one of the methods below. Test results must be sent directly from the testing agency to the admissions office (see above address). Proof of English language competency can also be in the form of the successful completion of a degree at an approved United States institution of higher education.
- TOEFL score of 213 on the computerized test, 550 on the paper test format, or 79 on the Internet format
- IELTS score of 6.0
- Pearson Test of English-Academic (PTE-Academic) minimum required overall score of 54—students must be physically present at a Pearson Test center to take the test; flexible test dates are available at Pearson Test Centers worldwide
- College Level Freshman English course passed with a grade of C or higher in a freshman-level English composition course at a U.S. regionally accredited institution
- GMAT score of 450
- GRE scores of 1,000 (combined Verbal and Quantitative scales only) for tests taken prior to August 1, 2011, or GRE scores of 300 (combined Verbal and Quantitative scales only) for tests taken on or after August 1, 2011
Applicants who do not hold baccalaureate or graduate degrees from institutions accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) or another U.S. regional accrediting association must provide official documentation of degree equivalency for admission. This includes those who hold degrees from foreign institutions. The evaluation must include a course-by-course analysis and list all course subjects with United States semester credits and a GPA on a 4.0 scale by one of the NACES-approved agencies.
For information, contact one of the following:
Academic Evaluation Services, Inc.
11700 N. 58th Street G & H
Tampa, FL 33617
Phone: (813) 374-2020
Fax: (813) 374-2023
www.aes-edu.org
Educational Credential Evaluators
P.O. Box 514070
Milwaukee, WI 53203-3470
Phone: (414) 289-3400
www.ece.org
Evaluation Service, Inc.
333 W. North Avenue, #284
Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: (847) 477-8569
Fax: (312) 587-3068
Email: info@evaluationservice.net
www.evaluationservice.net
Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
7101 SW 102nd Avenue
P.O. Box 5087
Miami, FL 33173
Phone: (305) 273-1616
Fax: (305) 273-1338
www.jsilny.org
World Education Services
P.O. Box 5087
Bowling Green Station
New York, NY 10274-5087
Phone: (212) 966-6311
Fax: (212) 739-6100
www.wes.org
Favorable evaluations will also be accepted by one of the evaluating agencies approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A current list of members can be viewed by visiting NACES.
NSU Accreditation
Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, doctoral, and professional degrees. Nova Southeastern University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Nova Southeastern University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
View all of NSU's accreditations.
International applicants are required to obtain an F-1 student visa in order to study on campus at NSU. International candidates who intend to study in the United States are required to obtain an I-20 form from NSU and must be full-time, degree-seeking students, and must attend classes in the South Florida area or at any one of NSU’s regional campuses in the state of Florida.
International candidates may not qualify for an I-20 and a subsequent student F-1 visa due to the online instructional delivery format of all FCE programs currently available. Candidates should contact an academic adviser or an assistant/associate director of recruitment to discuss their options prior to beginning the application process.
For further information about student visas, contact the Office of International Affairs at +1 (954) 262-7240.
Attend an Event
The NSU College of Psychology regularly hosts a variety of engaging events, including informative Graduate Program Information Sessions, insightful Shark Chats featuring faculty and alumni, and special guest speaker presentations. These events offer valuable insights into our graduate offerings, admissions processes, and career paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
For admission to our academic programs, applicants must submit all official transcripts from each school attended, including high school courses in which college credit was awarded.
The College of Psychology does not offer application fee waivers.
To learn more about College of Psychology programs offered at one of NSU's regional campuses, please use the contact information provided below.
| Miami | Christine Nunez | (305) 275-2608 | cm1444@nova.edu Mayra Diaz | (305) 275-2625 | md1079@nova.edu Dr. Elda Kanzki-Veloso | veloso@nova.edu |
| Orlando | Dr. Richard Hudnett | (407) 494-1014 | hudnett@nova.edu |
| Tampa Bay | Erica Armellino | (813) 574-5291 | earmelli@nova.edu Dr. Carly Paro | cparo1@nova.edu |
Job opportunities vary by academic program. It is recommended that you work with your professors concerning qualifications for positions in your employment field. For specific job qualifications, it is recommended that you research qualifications that are being asked of candidates as well as visiting the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics website, www.bls.gov.
Welcome packets are emailed to accepted students. It includes basic information and hyperlinks to your program and department, including contact information for further assistance.
Please contact your academic program for the name of your adviser. Once you have been admitted, you will receive registration and academic advising information from your program.
Virtual and In-Person Visits
Explore our campus and connect with our admissions team! Discover virtual and in-person visit options, including building tours and program meetings.
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Parking
The College of Psychology's Department of Graduate and Professional Admissions is located in the Maxwell Maltz Building. You can park in the lot adjacent to the Maxwell Maltz Building and enter through our academic entrance. Use the stairs or elevator to access the second floor and follow the signs to the Recruitment or Admissions offices.