QS Rank:

50

Northwestern University

Illinois
,United States

Program Rank

42

Program Name
PhD in Clinical Psychology
Overview


Total Tuition Fees
$3,73,780

Duration
60 Months

Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#10
US World and News Report
#26
The World University Rankings
#50
QS World University Rankings

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile

Class Size
25

Average Age
22

Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
Midwest:
20%Others:
5%International:
15%Northeast:
25%Southeast:
15%West:
20%Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate
95%

Job Placement
99%
Prospective Job Roles
Counselor
Child Psychologist
professor
Health Psychologist
Research Psychologist
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
Neuropsychologist
Sports Psychologist
Psychologist
Rehabilitation Psychologist
Gerontology Psychologist
Military Psychologist
Mental Health Counselor
Top recruiters






Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Psychology.

At least 16 years of bachelor degree.

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
English Proficiency Tests
TOEFL
90
IELTS
7
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 95
Transcript
Academic LOR
Statement of Purpose
Passport
IELTS
Professional LOR
Resume
Application Deadlines
Regular | |
---|---|
Fall | Dec 1, 2025 |
Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$74,756 / year

Overall Cost
$89,756 / year
FAQs
- Research qualifying paper and master’s thesis Clinical qualifying exam Empirical dissertation based on original research Extensive clinical practica and APA-accredited internship
- Bachelor’s degree (psychology or related field recommended) Strong academic record (average admitted GPA >3.5) Substantial research experience Fit with faculty mentor is crucial GRE scores may be considered; in recent years, admitted students have averaged high GRE scores.
- The program is highly competitive, typically admitting 4–6 students per year out of several hundred applicants
- Students can focus on areas such as Adult Clinical Psychology, Behavioral Medicine/Clinical Health Psychology, Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, and Forensic Psychology. Training includes core and emphasis-specific courses, intensive research mentoring, and diverse clinical practica
- Yes, the program is fully accredited by both the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS)
- The program is grounded in the scientist-practitioner model, emphasizing the integration of science and clinical practice. The major emphasis is on clinical research and research methods, preparing students for careers primarily in research and teaching, as well as clinical practice
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