University of Wisconsin–Madison

Information for Prospective PhD Applicants

Please Note:  For Fall 2027 applicants (applying in Fall 2026), the application deadline will be November 15th!

The following faculty will potentially accept a new advisee:

-Dr. Amit Bernstein
-Dr. Stephanie Budge
-Dr. Alberta M. Gloria
-Dr. Simon Goldberg
-Dr. Shinye Kim
-Dr. Larissa Niec
-Dr. Joelle Taknint
-Dr. Mindi Thompson
-Dr. Travis Wright

Informational Meetings

During the fall semester, the admissions chair and graduate program manager co-host ​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 2026

  • Friday, September 18th from 2:00-3:00 PM CST (ONLINE) with Dr. Amit Bernstein
  • Friday, October 16th from 2:00-3:00 PM CST (ONLINE) with Dr. Amit Bernstein

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

PhD Information and Instructions for Fall 2027 Applicants

Download the document below for complete information about the Counseling Psychology PhD program application process.  Keep in mind that the application deadline for Fall 2027 will be November 15th.