Master of School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison
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    Master of School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison

    University of Wisconsin Madison
    University of Wisconsin Madison
    United States of America
    United States of America, Madison
    University Rank:#110
    Master of School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison

    The School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Madison , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on September 7, 2027.

    About Master of School Psychology SPE

    The Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Psychology utilizes a scientist-scholar-practitioner model of professional training. Students prepare for positions as school psychologysts in early childhood, elementary, and secondary schools, and with other organizations or agencies that focus on psychological services to children, youth, and families.

    The areas of professional practice of school psychologists include psychological assessment and psychdiagnostic evaluation, prevention and intervention procedures, consultation and program planning, and research and evaluation. The progress requires study of applied behavior analysis, cognitive-behavior therapy, social-learning theory, and ecological-behavioral-systems theory. Students receive applied experience and training by completing practicum and internship experiences in individual and group work with children in general and special education, including individuals with developmental disabilities and others with special education needs. Included in the practicum and internship experience is work with families, classroom peer groups, and community and school systems.

    1. Acquire a strong foundation in current and past theories, research findings, and methodologies in their program area.
    2. Apply knowledge and skills related to addressing issues of diversity and equity for individuals within specific contexts and in all professional activities.
    3. Develop critical thinking skills that promote rigorous evaluation of strengths and limitations in existing theory and research.
    4. Apply the fundamentals of research design, data collection, and data analysis through participating in ongoing research or conducting their own research project(s).
    5. Identify key features of high-quality research or program implementation / evaluation in their chosen field.
    6. Demonstrate writing and oral skills needed to effectively communicate results of scientific research to academic, professional/practitioner, and lay audiences.
    7. Communicate effectively in collaborative work or consultation settings with professional colleagues.
    8. Become skilled communicators of issues in their research and program area for learners in formal classroom and informal learning settings.
    9. Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct.
    10. Conduct research or program implementation/evaluation in accordance with ethical standards established in their field of inquiry.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison

    Entry Requirements

    A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution is required. International applicants must have a degree comparable to a regionally accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree. You must have completed your undergraduate degree, or similar, before starting graduate school.

    A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours (approximately two years of work) or a master’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required. Applicants from an international institution must demonstrate strong academic achievement comparable to a 3.00 for an undergraduate or master’s degree. The Graduate School will use your institution’s grading scale. Do not convert your grades to a 4.00 scale.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 93

    English Program Requirements

    Every applicant whose native language is not English, or whose undergraduate instruction was not in English, must provide an English proficiency test score. TOEFL scores must be submitted electronically via ETS. IELTS scores can be submitted electronically or by paper.  Our office address is: UW-Madison Graduate School, Office of Admissions, 232 Bascom Hall, 500 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI 53706.  Your score will not be accepted if it is more than two years old from the start of your admission term. Country of citizenship does not exempt applicants from this requirement. Language of instruction at the college or university level and how recent the language instruction was taken are the determining factors in meeting this requirement.

    Applicants are exempt if:

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison

    Application Fee 60
    Master of School Psychology SPE at University of Wisconsin Madison
    University of Wisconsin Madison
    University of Wisconsin Madison
    United States of America

    United States of America, Madison

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