Welcome! Clinical Psychology is an exciting career, and at the University of Evansville, we prepare you to become a clinical psychologist who can work effectively with a diverse clientele in many different treatment settings including a state hospital, major medical centers, community mental health clinics, and school systems. We have an on-campus clinic that serves the community, and our PsyD students get hands-on experiences there conducting psychotherapy and assessment. The five-year program includes four years of on-campus classes and one year of clinical internship*.

Students who thrive in our program tend to be those who have a goal of becoming a practicing psychologist. Our PsyD program follows a scholar-practitioner model, emphasizing the integration of psychological theory, research, and clinical practice. Training is concentrated on the development of competencies, focusing on evidence-based assessment, intervention, and ethical decision-making. Students gain extensive hands-on experience through supervised clinical practica at our on-campus community-based mental health clinic and external placements with the goal of preparing you to work in a variety of mental health settings. The curriculum includes coursework in psychopathology, psychological assessment, psychotherapy techniques, basic science areas, and cultural competence, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to provide professional psychological services that are informed by science. 

Did you know?

• As a regional hub for healthcare in the state of Indiana, Evansville is a prime location to learn the practice of psychology in a variety of different settings.
• In Indiana, there are only 19.6 clinical psychologists per 100,000 people. The Center for Workforce Studies
• The demand for clinical, counseling, and school psychologists in Indiana is projected to grow 18.5 percent over the next five years, much faster than other occupations.
• At UE, faculty and staff are committed and fully invested in your education, and our purpose is to help you reach your goal of becoming a clinical psychologist.

* Clinical internship utilizes a national match process, and there is a possibility that a student does not match for their fifth year. In this instance, the student’s graduation would be delayed.

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