Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: 2002/2003 Edition [Paperback]

John C. Norcross (Author), Michael A. Sayette (Author), Tracy J. Mayne (Author)

Book Description

Series: Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical & Counseling Psychology | Publication Date: January 29, 2002

This perennial bestseller, now in its 2002/2003 edition, is the resource that students count on for the most current information on applying to doctoral programs in clinical or counseling psychology. Based on the authors' ongoing research, the Insider's Guide presents up-to-date facts on more than 275 accredited programs in the United States and Canada. Each program's in-depth profile includes admissions criteria, acceptance rates, research areas, specialty clinics, and more. The book also shows applicants how to determine which programs best meet their needs; obtain prerequisite credits, clinical experience, and research skills; master personal and telephone interviews; and prepare strong application materials. Special features include sample letters and personal statements, an application timeline, worksheets to aid in selecting schools and making informed final decisions, and listings of websites on a variety of topics--from the GREs to financial aid.

New in the 2002/2003 edition are additional data on acceptance rates, enrollment rates, and the average length of time to complete each program; increased information on financial aid; updated appendices on research areas and clinical opportunities; and profiles on 25 additional programs.

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I love your book! This book is excellent for focusing upon specific areas of interest as well as going about the process in a systematic, logical manner. GREAT JOB. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Praise for previous editions:

"The process of applying for admission to graduate programs in clinical and counseling psychology can be daunting. This valuable resource guides individuals through the process....Recommended for college libraries."--Choice

"An excellent resource....The authors are faithful to the title; this is truly an 'insider's guide.'...****"--Doody's Annual

"Your book has helped me immensely. It was fun to read and contained great suggestions and insights that I would have been clueless about. Thank you for providing this resource for students!"--Timothy G. Lock, graduate student

"Prospective graduate students will significantly increase their chances of gaining admission to clinical doctoral programs when they use this outstanding guide."--Arnold A. Lazarus, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Psychology, Rutgers University

"I was lost and confused before I stumbled across this wonderful piece of literature! It answered every question I had, narrowed down my choices. The ranking system was great!"--Lisa Oldfield, clinical psychology applicant

"Imagine for a moment, a growing crowd of people who are all attempting to get through doors that are passageways to the careers they desperately want. If you find yourself in this reality that students face in attempting to gain admission to graduate programs in clinical psychology, the Insider's Guide is a 'must-read."--C. R. Snyder, PhD, Director of Clinical Psychology, University of Kansas

"This book is excellent for focusing on specific areas of interest as well as going aout the process in a systematic, logical manner. Great job!"--Helen Rowan, MA, clinician returning for her doctorate

"Simply a Godsend! I found the book to be instructive, informative, and a great comfort."--Emily M. Douglas, psychology undergraduate

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Product Details

• Paperback: 333 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; Revised edition (January 29, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572307218
• ISBN-13: 978-1572307216
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,664,708 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For the aspiring clinical/counseling psychologist..., July 24, 2004

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This review is from: Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: 2004/2005 Edition (Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical & Counseling Psychology) (Paperback)

This book provides (almost) everything you need to know about the selection of schools out there that meet your needs. The most common thing I hear from fellow classmates is that "I need to go to a grad school with a great reputation to be, in my mind, a great psychologist." This book does a great job at providing detailed information on nearly 300 grad programs, and with a clear rating system for research or practice oriented students, it makes sure you're eliminating programs that DON'T meet your needs, regardless of their reputation. Afterall, what's the point of going to NYU or Columbia if they don't have any professors/research grants/practica sites that you're interested in?!

There is some good advice on how to best prepare yourself for the hard times ahead at grad school and also on how to make yourself look the best you can to potential schools. This book does not, however, give everything you need to know about each clinical/counseling psych program out there...it provides the framework for narrowing down your choices and figuring out what you want out of a very long (and expensive) education path to a rewarding career.

I highly recommend this to anyone interested in clinical/counseling psych as a career, especially those early into their undergraduate psych education. The earlier you prepare for this difficult and tiring process, the better off you'll be.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The most awesome grad psych info, July 29, 1999

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This review is from: Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: 1998/1999 Edition (Paperback)

This book had been totally invaluable during my search for the right doctorate program in Counseling Psychology. You need this edge during this grueling application process. YOU HAVE TO GET THIS BOOK IF YOU ARE APPLYING THIS YEAR. The only drawback to this book is that some of the GRE scores were a little understated with some schools and overstated with others. This is most likely due to inaccurate info from the schools themselves.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Got In!, April 21, 2000

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B. (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: 2000/2001 Edition (Paperback)

Although I was a highly qualified applicant a year ago, I didn't know the real "tricks" to getting into a Ph.D. program. Therefore, I was rejected by all 10 programs to which I applied. After finding this book (thank you, thank you, thank you to the authors!) and following its instructions, I have received 3 offers and will begin attending Columbia's clinical psychology program this fall. Hooray!