PhD in Counseling Psychology (PhD)

At Northwest University, tuition is $1,090 per credit (2026–27).

The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree enables students to qualify for professional licensure as a psychologist in Washington State. Graduates are equipped to be culturally competent therapists, diagnosticians, and evaluators. The program also prepares emerging psychologists for research or teaching at the college or university level.

Study areas include Counseling Psychology, Pediatric Psychology, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.

The programme totals about 121 credit hours. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 88% of applicants.

Northwest University is based in Kirkland, Washington, just outside Seattle. Student life includes campus ministries, gatherings and events, spiritual life credit, meetings with pastors, and connections with local churches. The university offers an international education pathway, while its on-campus and online formats provide different ways to study. Professors know students by name, and small classes support close academic guidance.

Academic programs cover biblical and theological studies, biology, business, communication and media, computer science, education, exercise science, film production, design, nursing, psychology, music, and ministry. Graduate options include business administration, counseling, information technology management, ministry leadership and theology, organizational leadership, physician assistant studies, and teaching. Online programs include business management, psychology, ministry leadership, and interdisciplinary studies.

Career preparation is built into the academic experience, with internships available across all majors. Health-related study includes nursing, exercise science, psychology, mental health counseling, physician assistant studies, and doctoral psychology. Music production students train in recording arts through hands-on work with professional studios and equipment. Northwest’s education combines coursework, career preparation, and a stated commitment to helping students grow in character, careers, and Christian faith.