Master in School Psychology (Master's)

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This programme prepares students to work as school psychologists within educational settings. It emphasizes psychological assessment, behavioral intervention, counseling, and consultation with educators and families. Students complete supervised fieldwork in schools during their final year. The curriculum integrates culturally responsive practices and interprofessional training. Graduates are eligible for certification in New York and nationally recognized credentials.

Focus areas include Psychological Assessment, Behavioral Intervention, Counseling in Schools, Consultation with Educators, Culturally Responsive Practices, Bilingual Extension (Advanced Certificate).

The programme requires 65 credits, including 12 credits dedicated to practicum and internship experiences. Coursework spans two years, with full-time fieldwork completed in the third year.

Graduates work as certified school psychologists in public and private school districts, providing psychological services to students and supporting educational programs.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution. A minimum of 9 credits in psychology courses, including statistics and experimental psychology, is required. Official transcripts, a resume, and letters of recommendation are needed based on GPA.

The programme totals about 65 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in three years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 91% of applicants.

Iona University brings together more than 4,000 students in a diverse community shaped by the values of justice, peace and service. The university began in 1940 and follows the educational tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Its alumni network includes 55,000 graduates around the world. Iona became a university in 2022 as its academic programs expanded.

Students can choose from 45 undergraduate majors, more than 35 minors, graduate degrees and advanced certificates. Academic areas include liberal arts, science, business administration, nursing and health sciences, communication, education, psychology, criminal justice and computer science. The university also offers graduate study in areas such as business analytics, occupational therapy, social work, mental health counseling and sports communication. Artificial intelligence is incorporated into learning to support innovation, creativity and critical thinking. Small classes and engaged professors are central to the academic experience.

Iona’s 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are four miles apart and connected by car or the Gael Express shuttle. New Rochelle offers modern facilities, while Bronxville has historic character and a downtown with shops, cafés and restaurants. Both campuses are a short train ride from New York City. Students can also explore Iona’s campus in Westport, Ireland, where classes take place at historic Westport House on a 400-acre estate. Campus life includes athletics, student clubs, volunteering and performances.