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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In order to be considered for admission into the Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D) in Clinical Psychology program at Divine Mercy University’s Institute for the Psychological Sciences, you must fulfill certain admission requirements. Below is a list of the requirements for admission to the Doctoral program.

A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution*
Undergraduate cumulative GPA:
- Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or a minimum of a 3.5 GPA for graduate studies.
- In rare circumstances, applicants with a cumulative GPA of less than 3.0 may be considered for admission. An applicant with such circumstances should contact the Admissions Office directly before completing the application process.
Complete the application process which includes:
- Completed Application for Admission document
- Three Recommendation Forms, at least two of which should be academic in nature; template found here: PsyD-Recommendation-Form-2017-18-fillable-1.pdf
- Submission of official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions which you have attended
- Submission of essays as noted in Application for Admission document
- Current Curriculum Vitae or Resume, inclusive of work/employment history
- Submission of current, valid, official GRE general test scores. (DMU/IPS code 5639) The GRE score is required of all applicants; no preferred minimum score has been established for admission to the program.
- $55 application fee, which the Admissions Office can choose to waive in extenuating circumstances
Should you be invited to interview, you must be available to interview on site for the applicable visit day.
- Early Application Interviews held November 17th and 18th, 2017
- Final Application Interviews held February 2nd and 3rd, 2018
Applicants whose primary language is other than English please note the following:
- Applicants whose native language is not English must have taken the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) within the past two years, and the scores must be submitted directly to DMU by the testing agency.
  - TOEFL scores must be at least 100 on the internet-based version (iBT), 250 on the computer-based version (CBT), and 600 on the paper-based version (PBT). Academic IELTS scores must fall into the overall band of at least 7.0, with no individual band scores below 6.0. Test results must be sent directly from the testing agency, who will only make them available for up to two years from the test date. For more information, follow this link to our academic catalog: https://divinemercy.edu/psy-d-in-clinical-psychology/academic-catalog
For international applicants and applicants whose baccalaureate degree was earned at an institution outside of the U.S. please note the following:
- Applicants holding degrees from outside the United States must submit any international transcript(s) to a NACES approved evaluation service for a “Course-by-Course” evaluation of their transcripts. For more information, follow this link to our catalog: https://divinemercy.edu/psy-d-in-clinical-psychology/academic-catalog
  - Applicants holding degrees from outside the United States must demonstrate post-secondary education that is, at minimum, equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree.

*It is highly recommended, but not required for applicants to have taken and passed at least three courses in the Behavioral Health Science discipline (i.e. Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Counseling) before their time in the PsyD program at DMU. Students who do not have at least 9 credit hours of undergraduate Psychology will be enrolled in a Psychology Overview seminar course during the first semester in the PsyD program.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

After all application materials have been submitted, our Admissions Office will contact the applicant regarding the interview phase of the application. After initial review of the application, the applicant may be invited to attend an interview day on-site in Arlington, Virginia to interview with PsyD faculty members during the week of March 6th-10th. It should be noted that the application process is competitive, and at no point is an interview guaranteed. Applicants seeking admission to a program after the Primary Application Deadline has passed should contact Admissions for further assistance and to inquire if additional spaces may still be available. Note that seating is limited and cohorts may fill to capacity prior to published deadlines.

Early Application Deadline: October 20th, 2017*

Early Application Interviews to be held November 17th and 18th, 2017

Application Deadline: January 19th, 2018

Application Interviews to be held February 2nd and 3rd, 2018

*Please note that in order to meet this deadline, all application materials must be received by DMU's Admissions Office by this date, except GRE scores, which may be received no later than the Early Application Interviews. Please contact the Admissions Office if you have questions about the early application deadline.

Part I

Personal Information, Enrollment Information, Academic Experience, Recommendations & Financial Aid

I. Personal Information

Last Name

Maiden Name

First Name

Middle Name

Preferred First Name

Sex

Female Male

Email Address

Alt. Email Address

Present Mailing Address:

Valid until

Street

Apt.

City

State

Zip

Country

Permanent Address (if different):

Street

Apt.

City

State

Zip

Country

Telephone Numbers:

Which is your primary number?

Cell Home Work

NOTE: DMU may contact applicants via text.

Cell

Home

Work

What location do you consider to be your “home” city and state?

Country of Citizenship

U.S. Social Security No.

If you are not a United States citizen, are you a permanent resident of the United States?

Yes No

Primary Language

Other Languages

II. ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

CONFIRM PROGRAM OF APPLICATION:

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Clinical Psychology, on-site; Arlington, VA; therapeutic path

Note: If you are seeking Admission to another program of study within Divine Mercy Univeristy (M.S. Counseling or M.S. in General Psychology), a separate application for that program is required. Please see our website for applications to these programs or contact Admissions for more information.

TERM FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING:

Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology:

Fall 2018

Please note that spring admission for the Psy.D. program is not possible.
If you have questions please contact the Admissions Office directly.

Please note that the PsyD in Clinical Psychology Program at DMU's Institute for the Psychological Sciences is a full time, residential program.

For those seeking status other than full-time continual enrollment: If you are seeking either course-for-credit or audit status only, please indicate that here. (Note that not all classes or all programs are available for Audit or Course-for-Credit.)

Audit Course-for-credit

How did you hear about The Institute for the Psychological Sciences, a school of Divine Mercy University?

III. Academic Experience

List in chronological order all colleges and universities attended, including professional schools and other formal training programs. It is important to note that, while your academic history is to be listed here, your application cannot be processed without your transcripts.

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS:

Official transcripts from each undergraduate institution attended are required in order for the application to be complete.
To be official, transcripts must be received in a sealed official envelope, and are required from each institution attended, regardless of the length of time the applicant attended, the applicant’s status, or whether the grades are listed on another institution's transcript. Exception: Applicants who have attended Divine Mercy University’s Institute for the Psychological Sciences as a degree-seeking student are only required to provide transcripts reflecting graduate studies completed after enrollment in the Institute.

INTERNATIONAL TRANSCRIPTS:

Applicants who received baccalaureate education outside of the U.S. must submit official copies of those transcripts according to the specifications noted in the Official Transcripts section above.
In addition to official transcripts, applicants who received baccalaureate education outside of the U.S. must submit an official Comprehensive Course-by-Course' evaluation inclusive of translation to English of their international transcripts from a NACES approved evaluation service (e.g. www.wes.org or www.ece.org) to demonstrate post-secondary education is, at minimum, equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree.

For more information, follow this link to our catalog: https://divinemercy.edu/psy-d-in-clinical-psychology/academic-catalog

College/Location

Date Begun

Date Ended

Major/Program

Degree Awarded

Date Awarded

Cumm. GPA

College /Location

Date Begun

Date Ended

Major/Program

Degree Awarded

Date Awarded

Cummulative GPA

College /Location

Date Begun

Date Ended

Major/Program

Degree Awarded

Date Awarded

Cummulative GPA

List scholarships, fellowships, academic awards, honors, etc., received since high school.

*If your education has not been continuous up to the present, list all interim employment and/or activities. Also include this on your resume.

IV. RECOMMENDATIONS

Three recommendations are required. List below the people asked to submit the Official Recommendation Form. The official Recommendation Form from DMU’s Institute for the Psychological Sciences must be used; a personal letter from a recommender cannot be substituted for the Recommendation Form.

Two of the recommenders must be academically-related, meaning an individual who was an undergraduate/graduate professor or instructor who taught the applicant in a class setting or similar.
The third recommender should be professionally-related: an individual who has had supervisory responsibility of the applicant.
Note that recommenders must have an academic or professional supervisory relationship or similar with applicant; family, friends, colleagues, etc are not considered suitable recommenders.

Please fill out the section on the form for the applicant before sending it to a recommender. They will send it back directly to the Admissions Office at the email address on the form. The link to the Official Recommendation Form can be found here: PsyD-Recommendation-Form-2017-18-fillable-1.pdf

Recommender’s Name

Institution and Title

Relationship to Applicant

Recommender’s Name

Institution and Title

Relationship to Applicant

Recommender’s Name

Institution and Title

Relationship to Applicant

V. PERSONAL BACKGROUND QUESTIONS

This section asks questions related to your personal background. Each question in this section must be answered.

Students are solely responsible for understanding how criminal background and other past history may affect their ability to obtain a practicum, externships, pre-doctoral internship, postgraduate supervised experience, and licensure in the state in which they intend to practice.

Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor, except minor traffic violations)? You will need to respond “yes” if you have entered into a plea agreement, including deferred sentence or deferred judgment arrangement, in connection with a criminal charge.

Yes No

If you have been convicted of such an offense, please complete a statement or explanation including the nature of offense, date, court where conviction was entered and any other relevant information. Please attach statement to the application document.

Have you ever been convicted of a sexual offense, offense relating to children, or crime of violence (that is not covered in the question above)?

Yes No

If you have been convicted of such an offense, please complete a statement or explanation including nature of offense charged, date, law enforcement agency making the charge, and any other relevant information. Please attach statement to the application document.

Have you ever been reported to a social services agency, law enforcement authority, child abuse registry or similar organization regarding abuse or misconduct involving children?

Yes No

If yes, please attach statement to the application explaining the report; include relevant details such as dates, location, and description of disciplinary action if applicable.

Have you ever been reported or removed from employment, a ministry position, volunteer position, or any other position of authority, leadership or influence for inappropriate or unethical contact with another adult or child?

Yes No

If yes, please attach statement to the application explaining the report; include relevant details such as dates, location, and description of disciplinary action if applicable.

Have you ever been refused admission to or dismissed from another academic program?

Yes No

If yes, please attach statement to the application explaining the report; include relevant details such as dates, location, and description of disciplinary action if applicable.

VI. Licensure Information

The PsyD in Clinical Psychology program meets the requirements for the academic coursework and clinical training for licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Virginia. While the standards for licensure in Virginia are similar to other states, students who wish to pursue licensure from another state should research the requirements for the state in which they intend to practice.

To assist applicants in their research, we recommend that applicants review the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards website page on Licensure Requirements (http://www.asppb.net/). Any individual who wishes to become licensed is solely responsible for knowing and complying with the licensing requirements for the state in which he/she plans to practice.

All states require a postgraduate supervised practice before awarding graduates full licensure. Students are solely responsible for knowing and complying with the licensing requirements for the state in which he/she plans to practice.

Do you understand the statements above?

Yes No

VII. Additional Program Information

Applicants to the PsyD in Clinical Psychology program at DMU’s Institute for the Psychological Sciences are expected to thoroughly review the information found on our website (www.divinemercy.edu) to learn more about the program.

VIII. FINANCIAL AID

Seeking a graduate degree is a major investment in yourself and your future. Like any investment, it requires planning to ensure that you can accomplish what you set out to do. In this section we invite you to share the vision of your path ahead so that we can best prepare for that vision to become a reality. Financial need is not considered by DMU when determining who is offered admission.

Program Cost:
Tuition (per credit hour): $973.00
Note that the PsyD program is 122 credit hours.

Please complete the following questions regarding financial planning and financial aid. Note that if this section is left blank, you will not be considered for financial aid at DMU. Completion of this section is also required to consider your application for admission. Please answer each question below.

Here are some key points to keep in mind:

Financial Aid at DMU is defined as any combination of the following:
- Federal Student Loans (offered by the U.S. government)
- Internal Financial Aid (aid offered directly from DMU) in the form of scholarships, internal grants-in-aid, or Student Assistantships which are also campus-based aid
- Campus-based Aid in the form of work in exchange for payment or tuition credit such as
  - Federal Work Study, a Federal Aid program, paid in cash to the student
  - Student Assistantships, offered as internal aid from DUM as tuition credit
For U.S. Citizens: The completion of your FAFSA is required as a part of the application process.
- Here is the link to the FAFSA website. You will need last year’s completed tax return to complete the FAFSA. DMU’s code for the FAFSA is: G38724
- www.fafsa.ed.gov
- To see if you are eligible for Federal Student Aid, review the information contained in the following link: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/eligibility Note: most U.S. citizens and many permanent residents are eligible.
For International Applicants: (or applicants who are not otherwise eligible to receive Federal Financial aid)
- DMU’s International Aid Application must be completed.
- That document can be found here: https://divinemercy.edu/financial-aid/useful-links/.. Complete and attach to this application.

All Applicants, please answer the following questions:

1. Do you wish to seek Financial Aid?

Yes, I am interested in Financial Aid No, I will pay all the tuition personally. I understand that payment in full for each class I am taking is due on the first day of class every semester.

If you answered “no” to question #1 then you may skip the remaining questions in section VI.

2. Have you submitted a FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov?

Yes (make sure that it is associated with our school code: G38724) No, but I understand that my aid cannot be processed until I do. No, I am not an eligible US citizen or permanent resident and therefore cannot complete the FAFSA.

3. If you answered “no” to question #2 because you are a noncitizen: Have you submitted the DMU International Certification of Income document (Available here: https://divinemercy.edu/financial-aid/useful-links) which is required to be considered for aid?

Yes No (If no, please complete the form and attach with this application)

TYPES of FINANCIAL AID
In the following questions please indicate which types of aid you are interested in receiving. By checking less than all the financial aid options, you may be limiting the total amount of financial aid which you are potentially qualified to receive.

4. DMU participates in the William D. Ford Loan Program (available to U.S. Citizens and eligible permanent residents only), a Federal Aid program offered through the Department of Education, administering Stafford Unsubsidized and Graduate Plus loans to cover up to the unmet Cost of Attendance. Please indicate if you would like to receive loans for the next academic year. Please note: Entrance counseling and a Master Promissory note are required before loans may be processed.

Yes No

5. DMU offers campus based aid in the form of Federal Workstudy and Student Assistantships. Both programs are labor based. Federal Workstudy is a paid position. Student Assistantships are worked in exchange for tuition credit. Please check all of the following that apply.

Yes, I am interested in Federal Workstudy Yes, I am interested in Student Assistantships No, I do not wish to participate in DMU’s campus based aid.

6. DMU offers a limited internal scholarship program. Are you interested in pursuing a scholarship at DMU. Please note: There is a separate scholarship application on the DMU website that must be filled out before you will be considered for a scholarship. Here is the link to the Scholarship Program application: https://divinemercy.edu/financial-aid/scholarships

Yes No

7. Do you expect to receive Veteran Administration Educational Benefits?

Yes No

8. Do you expect to receive any external scholarships or tuition assistance?

Yes No If yes, please describe here:

Please note:

Divine Mercy University awards institutional aid based on the following criteria:
- academic merit and promise
- financial need as determined by the FAFSA or International Certification of Income document
- order in which the application was received
Financial need is assessed using the applicant’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC) generated by the FAFSA. This value is based upon tax data that may no longer reflect a student’s financial situation. If you feel that this is the case, please contact DMU’s Financial Aid office to have your need evaluated in light of your true financial circumstances. Financial Aid can be reached at: financialaid@divinemercy.edu
DMU does not deny any student an award on the basis of his or her race, color, religion, gender, nationality or ethnicity.
If you wish to later change your financial aid intentions expressed in this section please notify Financial Aid.
For any questions regarding Financial Aid, please contact DMU’s Financial Aid office at financialaid@divinemercy.edu or by calling 703.416.1441 x130.

IX. PLEASE READ BEFORE SUBMITTING

Please note that the Application to DMU's Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology program is a two step process:

The first step requires that you submit this application document as well as all the other supporting documentation required for Admission.
The second step is the interview phase. After receiving all application materials, the Admissions Office will review the completed application. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in one of our on-site meetings with PsyD faculty (see dates above).

Please note that as a part of the Admissions process you will be asked about any criminal history that may be in your background. You will be expected to disclose this information, as it is relevant when considering your ability to obtain clinical externships, which are required for graduation from the program.

X. PAYMENT

To complete the application, there is a non-refundable Application fee of $55.00 (Audit application fee $30.00)

Pay Online: https://divinemercy.edu/make-a-payment Mail a check made payable to: Divine Mercy University (Application will not be processed until payment has been received) to Divine Mercy University Attn: Admissions 2001 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Set 511 Arlington, VA 22202

XI. SIGNATURE

Please sign this application, agreeing to the statement below and to the validity of the contents. Applications will not be processed without all supporting documents and a non-refundable $55.00 application fee payable to: Divine Mercy University.

I hereby submit this application for admission to Divine Mercy University and certify that the information provided on this application and any attached or required documents is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further acknowledge that I have read and understand all components of the Application for Admissions document. I understand that omissions or falsifications may result in disciplinary action, including the withdrawal of acceptance. If admitted, I agree to abide by all University policies and procedures. I understand that this application, as well as all credentials submitted in support of this application, become the property of the University and are not returnable.

Date

Signature

Committed to the teaching of Vatican Council II that every type of discrimination, whether social or cultural, whether based on sex, race, color, social condition, language or religion, is to be overcome and eradicated as contrary to God’s intent (Gaudium et Spes, 29), Divine Mercy University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

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Part II

Personal Statements

Please provide your Email Address
the same as in Part I

XII. PERSONAL STATEMENTS

Please compose a series of typed responses to both of the following essays that explore your personal and professional reasons for applying to the PsyD in Clinical Psychology program at DMU’s Institute for the Psychological Sciences. The total maximum word count for all components of this essay section is 800 words.

1. A 500 word, single spaced essay in 12 point font in which you explain your reasons for pursuing a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, and how you view the DMU mission as instrumental to your future development and vocation as clinical psychologist.

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2. A 300 word, single spaced essay in 12 point font, specifically outlining your research or scholarly interests; this could be inclusive of what you believe you may want to research for your dissertation.

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XIII. RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE:

Please upload the most recent Resume/Curriculum Vitae (PDF Form)

Application for Admission Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

APPLICATION DEADLINE

I. Personal Information

Present Mailing Address:

Permanent Address (if different):

Telephone Numbers:

II. ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

CONFIRM PROGRAM OF APPLICATION:

TERM FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING:

III. Academic Experience

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS:

INTERNATIONAL TRANSCRIPTS:

IV. RECOMMENDATIONS

V. PERSONAL BACKGROUND QUESTIONS

VI. Licensure Information

VII. Additional Program Information

VIII. FINANCIAL AID

Here are some key points to keep in mind:

All Applicants, please answer the following questions:

Please note:

IX. PLEASE READ BEFORE SUBMITTING

X. PAYMENT

XI. SIGNATURE

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XII. PERSONAL STATEMENTS

XIII. RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE:

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Application for Admission
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology