The Department of Psychology participates in the Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology. This unified program is offered jointly by Old Dominion University and Norfolk State University and is accredited by the American Psychological Association. The combined efforts of these institutions give considerable breadth and depth to this unique program. Students take classes at both institutions and are engaged in research activities and clinical work throughout their training. The Program follows a scientist-practitioner training model. The Virginia Consortium emphasizes the following areas in its training model: (1) research (2) ethics; (3) diversity, and (4) clinical assessment and intervention.
Program Highlights
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Students are fully funded with tuition waived
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Five year (4+1) program: first two years are largely didactic, although students are involved in research continuously (including a master’s thesis or foundational research project) and begin clinical practica in their first year.
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One of our primary goals is for students to become proficient at integrating theory, research, and practice.
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The Virginia Consortium provides a systematic sequence of supervised pre-internship practica in which students apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom to clinical settings.
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Faculty at both consortia institutions are involved in teaching and research supervision.
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Please visit our program site for more information: Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology.
Careers
Check out these ideas from ODU's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Clinical Psychologists
Diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests, and formulate and administer programs of treatment.
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists
Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.
Alumni Careers
Requirements
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Transcripts of academic coursework.
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The Consortium's supplemental application that includes: A personal statement outlining academic objectives and career goals and how the Virginia Consortium will assist in achieving these goals. A summary of clinical, research, teaching, and diversity interests and experiences. A resume or curriculum vitae.
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Three letters of reference.
For Admission to the Virginia Consortium Program
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a substantial academic background in psychology.
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Cost of Attendance
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Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion University, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
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Students often receive graduate assistantships and may receive a full or partial tuition scholarship.
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