Dr.Kristin Arnold talks to students

Psy.D. in School Psychology

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Become a School Psychologist

Gonzaga’s Psy.D. in School Psychology program is a doctorate level degree that prepares you to become a licensed-eligible psychologist.

Our curriculum focuses on the psychologist as a ‘scientist-practitioner’ and educates and trains you to apply the principles of psychology and education to support school-wide academic and emotional programs.

Upon graduation, you will become a licensed-eligible psychologist with the credentials to work in the following area:

  • PK-12 Schools
  • Hospitals
  • Residential Facilities
  • Higher Education
  • And many others

Our graduates will also have the education and training to gain licensure for private practice.

Depending on your level of education, we offer 2 pathways to earn your Psy.D. in School Psychology.

Pathways

Post-Baccalaureate Curriculum
Post-Certification Curriculum



Scholarships

Graduate school is an investment in your future, and we are here to help. All applicants to the program are automatically evaluated for merit-based scholarships during the admissions review process. No separate application is required, and you will be notified of your award at the same time as your admission decision.

Scholarships up to $9,000 per year are available.

 Graduate Scholarships

  • Automatic Review: All incoming students are automatically considered for scholarship awards based on their academic profile.
  • No Extra Paperwork: No separate scholarship application is required.
  • Instant Notifications: Scholarship awards are determined and presented right alongside your admission decision.

Psy.D. Faculty

Addy Wissel

Addy Wissel, Ph.D.

Associate Dean & Chair, School Psychology

Dennis Sisco-Taylor, Ph.D.

Dennis Sisco-Taylor, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor & Director of Psy.D. Program in School Psychology

John Gallo

John Gallo, Ph.D

Assistant Professor & Director of Ed.S. Program in School Psychology

Kristin Arnold

Kristen Arnold, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor, School Psychology

(509) 313-3379

Dr. Kristen Arnold is an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at Gonzaga University, where she teaches in both the School Psychology and Educational Leadership programs.

Margaret Cox

Maggie Cox, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, School Psychology

Mark Derby

Mark Derby, Ph.D.

Professor, School Psychology