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The Department of Psychology offers a doctorate (Ph.D.) in clinical psychology, with specialization in working with deaf and hard of hearing populations. The program has a life-span development philosophy and offers courses and opportunities for supervised practice with deaf people, with both early- and late-onset hearing loss. Students also develop general clinical skills through work with hearing populations. The Clinical Psychology program is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association.
For the program of study and requirements for the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, click the link "Program of Study" in the right-side menu.
For more information: Email Dr. Patrick Brice, Clinical Psychology Program Director, or call 202-651-5540.
Sign Language Skills for Admission
Sign Language fluency or skill, is not a pre-requisite for application or admission to the Ph.D. program. However, all students are expected to display a high degree of proficiency in sign communication as a part of their professional training by the time they complete the program. Applicants who are accepted for the program with no previous exposure to sign language will be asked to begin courses in sign language and other activities to build communication skills as soon as possible, frequently starting the spring or summer before enrolling in the program. Additional sign language will be recommended or required as needed to assist students in achieving necessary levels of competence, and to be approved for practica and internships. Courses for developing sign language competency are available throughout the program
Admissions ProceduresApplicants for the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology must complete the application procedures and meet the requirements for graduate study at Gallaudet University. Visit the Graduate Admissions web site for more information and a checklist of application requirements. Detailed program information and course descriptions are also available in the Graduate Catalog. DEADLINE | DATE |
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| Last Date for Completed Application: | February 1 | | First Date for Consideration of Application: | February 1 |
Program Specific RequirementsGRE General Test
Three Letters of Reference
Narrative Statements - Essay
Resume
On-campus Interview recommended (by invitation in Febrary-March)
Sign Language Evaluation (included with interview) Prior Degrees RequiredPsychology M.A. preferred
Undergraduate Psychology Major or Minor, or Related Field Prerequisite CourseworkStatistics
Child Development
Abnormal Psychology
18 hours of Undergraduate Psychology courses preferred Prior Professional ExperiencePreferred
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