CLINICAL PSY.D. ADMISSION PROCEDURES

You may only apply online.  Applicants applying to the Clinical Psychology PsyD Program should not apply to any other doctoral programs at GSAPP.

**Applicants are restricted from applying to more than one (1) doctoral psychology program in New Brunswick each term. Applying to more than one program may significantly delay your application**

The Clinical PsyD & School PsyD Programs share a common deadline of December 1, 2025 for admissions entering Fall 2026. All application materials should be submitted on or before the December 1st deadline. 

Application fee: Currently $70.00. Payment can be made by mailing in a check or online with credit card.

• Official transcripts from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended can be sent electronically or mailed in a sealed envelope.

  • If sending electronically, please send them to:  e-transcripts@gradadm.rutgers.edu  (recommended)   

  • Because of back-logged university offices, applicants are advised to upload unofficial transcripts with their applications. However, it is expected official transcripts will be sent, as well.

• "3" Completed Letters of Recommendation must be sent electronically. 

• Please submit a personal statement describing your experiences related to, and your commitment to, pursuing a career in professional psychology and a doctoral degree. 

  • Page length: 1.5-2 pages approximately 750 - 1000 words. Must be sent electronically.

    In addition to the personal statement the Clinical program also requires a brief essay (300-500 words) describing how your life and/or professional experiences and aspirations relate specifically to GSAPP’s mission

• Clinical PsyD Program requires that GRE psychology subject test

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is also required of all foreign applicants whose native language is not English. The TOEFL requirement may be waived for applicants who can present sufficiently compelling evidence of their abilities in English

• Request Official Transcripts using Parchment, eScrp-Safe, or National Student Clearinghouse. Chinese Institutions will need to use CHESICC.

• If an applicant has an international transcript, they must have a third-party transcript evaluation service complete an evaluation into US.

• Resume Must be sent electronically.

• Indicate the program to which you are applying.

• Note: You can check your application for materials received (transcripts, letters). Log into the portal  https://rutgers.force.com/ApplicantPortal/AppPortalCustom  and go to supporting materials, you will be able to view what materials have been received and what are still pending.

NOTE: Admission application materials should be sent directly to:

Offices of Graduate and Professional Admissions
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
ASB I
65 Davidson Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854