Graduate Study in Psychology

Updated yearly, Graduate Study in Psychology offers complete practical information about over 500 psychology programs in the United States and Canada. It provides current facts about programs and degrees offered, admission requirements, application information, financial aid, tuition, and housing. The book contains information about the number of applications received by a program, the number of individuals accepted in each program, dates for applications and admission, types of information required for an application (GRE scores, letters of recommendations, documentation concerning volunteer or clinical experience, etc.), in-state and out-of-state tuition costs, availability of internships and scholarships, employment information of graduates, orientation and emphasis of departments and programs, plus other relevant information. Graduate Study in Psychology is a reference that is suitable for students, counselors, libraries, and department offices in psychology, education, and other related fields.

Representatives from partner organizations who contributed to the program development of BCIT’s Master’s degrees in Building Science. From Left to right: Fitsum Tariku, BCIT Director, Building Science Centre of Excellence and Program Head; Wayne Hand, Associate Dean, BCIT School of Construction and the Environment; Paul Dangerfield, BCIT Vice President Education, Research and International; Jason Teetaert, BC Building Envelope Council Vice President and AGM Chair; Jim Dangerfield, FPInnovations – Forintek Division Executive Vice President; Lance Jakubec, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation BC Office, Senior Consultant, Research and Information Transfer; The Honourable Rich Coleman, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Housing; MLA Richard Lee; and Rod Goy, Acting Dean, BCIT School of Construction and the Environment.

Capt. Ian Edgerly, a Military Information Support Operations officer assigned to Fort Bragg, N.C., presents his master's degree thesis, "The Post-Cold War United States' Decision for Military Intervention in Weak or Failing States: An Argument for Non_Intervention in Somalia." Edgerly was one of 20 special-operations Soldiers to earn a master's in strategic-security studies through the National Defense University's College of International Security Affairs.

With more than 100,000 copies in print, this bestseller is the resource students rely on to find graduate clinical and counseling psychology programs that meet their needs--and gain admission to them. The 2008/2009 edition includes:

*The most current data on more than 300 accredited programs in the United States and Canada
*Crucial information on financial assistance and government-sponsored loans
*Descriptions of each program's specializations or tracks
*Listings of acceptance and attrition rates
*Specific, helpful guidance for applicants with disabilities

The Insider's Guide provides step-by-step advice to help students complete prerequisite coursework, accumulate clinical experience, and prepare strong application materials. Special features include tips for mastering admissions interviews, sample letters and personal statements, examples of curricula vitae, an application timeline, and a worksheet to help applicants make wise final decisions.