Doctor of

Clinical Psychology

Gain the essential therapeutic, assessment, diagnostic, and consultative skills needed for the clinical psychology field through Midwestern University's Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) program.

Degree Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology)

Program StartFall Quarter

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AZ - Glendale

Modality
  • In-Person

College Psychology Program (AZ)

Duration4 years

Class Size Approximation27

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IL - Downers Grove

Modality
  • In-Person

College Psychology Program (IL)

Duration5 years

Class Size Approximation24-28

The Midwestern Advantage

Midwestern University's investment in education, faculty, research, facilities, and clinical training translates into our students being "Day One Ready.”

Midwestern University offers two APA accredited doctoral (Psy.D.) clinical psychology programs that emphasize a broad and general training in clinical psychology. The Psy.D. is considered the degree of choice for students interested in becoming practicing clinical psychologists. Therefore, the program emphasis is on the development of essential therapeutic, assessment, diagnostic, and consultative skills for the practice of clinical psychology.

View program details in our Academic Catalog

  • Private Practice
  • Outpatient mental health clinics
  • Outpatient substance abuse clinics
  • Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation Centers
  • Schools and school systems
  • Social service agencies
  • Research and testing services
  • Management consulting firms
  • Corrections/Detention Center
  • Department of Veterans Affairs

The Clinical Psychology Program at Midwestern University provides excellent clinical training opportunities and individualized advising. In addition, our Program emphasizes a student-centered approach with small class sizes, low student-to-faculty ratio, and a student-mentor program.

Academic Course Catalog

Explore comprehensive details about our academic programs.

The Midwestern Return on Investment

Career Placement & Salaries

A career as a psychologist offers the chance to help others while enjoying advantages such as schedule flexibility and high salary.
Career Path
Estimated Starting Salary
Psychologists
$84,000
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$139,280
Clinical and Counseling Psychologist
$90,130
Elementary and Secondary Schools
$81,620
Government
$106,690
Hospitals
$101,030
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$92,170

*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Psychologists

Campus Options

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Arizona

Glendale

Located just 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix. Students can study and live on our sprawling 143-acre campus and practice at our University-owned clinics located just across the street.

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Illinois

Downers Grove

Located just 25 miles west of Chicago. Students can study and live in the comfort and safety of a 105-acre campus in the suburbs and can practice at our University-owned clinics located just 10 minutes away.

Contact Us

Our admissions staff is here to assist you in making informed decisions about your academic journey. When contacting us, be sure to provide your preferred program and campus so we can address your questions or concerns.