Doctor of Psychology Admission Requirements

The Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) program at KCU is preparing the next generation of psychologists to meet the evolving needs of the health care landscape. To accomplish this goal, the admissions committee utilizes a holistic review process that considers each applicant's academic achievements, professional experiences, personal attributes and potential for success in the profession.    

Admission requirements for the Doctor of Psychology program are as follows:

I. Completed Application

II. Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

III. 18 semester credit hours or equivalent undergraduate coursework in psychology (completed with a grade of B- or better).

· Introduction to General Psychology

· Human Growth & Development or Personality Theory

· Statistics or Tests and Measurements

· Additional coursework in the field of Psychology

All coursework must be completed no later than July 1 of the matriculation year.

IV. Three letters of recommendation

Letters must be dated within two years of matriculation year (e.g., if starting classes at KCU in July 2027, letters must be dated no earlier than May 2025).

· Two letters from faculty members who can speak to your potential for academic success in a doctoral program.

· An additional letter from a professional in the field of psychology.

V. GRE Test Score (optional)

Scores are accepted three years prior to entry, e.g., for July of 2027, entry scores need to be May 2025 or later.