Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology
Training the Next Generation
Preparing tomorrow’s mental and behavioral health scholar-practitioners to make a positive impact on the profession and the community, the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick provides the unparalleled clinical training and academic learning needed for a career in psychology.
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Spotlight: School Psychology
The Department of School Psychology at GSAPP consists of a vibrant group of scholars, practitioners, and students who are dedicated to highly intensive training and research in the use of empirically-based assessment, intervention, and consultation practices. Students are introduced to a wide array of contemporary, cutting-edge theoretical models, and professional practices.
The School Psychology PsyD Program is among the strongest in the nation—#1 in total grant funding and citations, and #10 in articles among 52 peer doctoral programs. The program prepares psychologists for professional practice with children/youth in schools and other community settings, emphasizing integration of scientific knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services to individuals, families, groups, and organizations.
Rigorous. Thorough. Rewarding.
With programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA), the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology offers you access to a host of research and clinical opportunities, plus a pathway to professional licensure through foundational and specialized courses that integrate knowledge with innovation in the delivery of psychological services.
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Spotlight: Organizational Psychology
Our doctoral (PsyD) and master's (PsyM) Organizational Psychology programs embody a scholar-practitioner model bridging theory and science with applied psychology. The program is delivered in a hybrid manner, including mostly online coursework with on-the-ground training opportunities. Students have an option to develop a course plan to meet their personal, professional, and academic goals.
The practice of organizational psychology consists of intervening with organizations to raise performance, enhance fairness and equity, and more. Organizational psychologists work within the context of organizations, although interventions may focus on individuals, pairs of individuals, groups, combinations of groups, or whole organizations.
Spotlight: 4+1 Program (Accelerated Bachelor's to Master of Applied Psychology)
The Rutgers GSAPP 4+1 BA/MAP Program offers qualified Psychology majors the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Applied Psychology degree within five years. By integrating undergraduate and graduate study, the program enables students to save time, reduce costs, and gain early exposure to advanced coursework and applied training.
This accelerated pathway equips graduates with the knowledge, skills, and professional preparation necessary for careers in mental health and further doctoral study. Students in the 4+1 program also have the option to complete additional coursework designed to prepare them for the National Counselor Examination (NCE), an important step toward professional counseling licensure.
Our Community-Based Centers
Our centers engage with the community to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services to New Jersey residents, while leading research efforts to enhance care delivery and advance the understanding of human functioning.
Discover What Makes Us Unique
From clinical training to community engagement, there’s plenty to get excited about at GSAPP. Learn from a faculty of distinguished professors and tap into a strong alumni network with connections across the profession.
