Application Requirements

Applicants must complete the online application for the PsyD in Clinical Psychology program in PSYCAS.
Application Fee: A nonrefundable application fee must be paid to complete the application.
Official Transcripts: Transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions attended must be sent directly from the institution, even if a degree was not awarded. Official transcripts should be mailed or electronically delivered by the issuing institution directly to the PSYCAS Transcript Processing Center. Admissions decisions based on submission of unofficial transcripts are provisional until official transcripts are received.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae: The resume or CV should list professional and academic experience, education, awards, publications, etc.
Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation from three academic or professional references are required. Personal references, such as family, friends, therapists or informal mentors, will not be accepted. Whenever possible, they should be faculty members in psychology or practicing professionals in psychology or other mental health disciplines. Letters are requested and submitted through the PSYCAS system.
Statement of Purpose: The purpose of the personal statement is to provide a sample of the applicant’s ability to write in an academic and professional manner, as well as to learn about any qualifications/life events that were not captured in the application.
- Formatting: Double-spaced, maximum 1,000 words.
- Provide a brief autobiographical sketch, including what led to your interest in clinical psychology.
- Address the skills and knowledge gleaned from your academic, research, and/or clinical experience that have prepared you for doctoral training in clinical psychology.
- Discuss what aspects of the PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium will help you reach your specific career goals? For example: "With my interests in trauma, I would be interested in completing practicum at the National Center for PTSD and conducting research with Consortium faculty who conduct PTSD research such as Drs. Kaysen or Gore-Felton."
GRE requirements may vary by year. Please check the Admissions website for the most up-to-date information.