Information for Prospective PhD Applicants

Please Note:  For Fall 2026 applicants (applying in Fall 2025), GRE scores will NOT be required.

The following faculty are recruiting new PhD advisees for Fall 2026:

  • Dr. Amit Bernstein
  • Dr. Larissa Niec Davila
  • Dr. Simon Goldberg
  • Dr. Shinye Kim
  • Dr. Joelle Taknint
  • Dr. Mindi Thompson
  • Dr. Travis Wright

Informational Meetings

During the Fall semester, the admission chair hosts ​informal information meetings for students interested in applying to the PhD program. ​​Meetings​ are designed as a way of answering questions from prospective students who are able to attend. It is in no way intended to screen potential applicants and attendance is not required to apply for either program.

Informational Meetings in Fall 2025

  • Friday, September 26th from 2:10-3:00 PM CST (ONLINE) with Dr. Shinye Kim
  • Friday, October 24th from 2:10-3:00 PM CST (ONLINE) with Dr. Shinye Kim

If you are interested in attending an informational meeting, please email Andrea Burdick once times have been posted.  You will receive a virtual meeting web link one week before the meeting.

PhD Information and Instructions for Fall 2026 Applicants

Download the document below for complete information about the Counseling Psychology PhD program application process.

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