Professor
Professor Boyraz’s recent research interests include Covid-19 vaccine beliefs and intentions, and the practice of prevention behaviors among college students.
Clinical Psychology, Health Care Emphasis, PhD
Earn your clinical psychologist doctorate at Pace University, where science meets practice. Through our STEM-designated program, you’ll gain the skills to address mental health and healthcare disparities while advancing integration across diverse settings.
Location
New York City
Duration
101 Credits
60 Months, Full-Time
Modality
In-Person
Start Dates
Fall
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
Yes
Make Your Mark in Psychology and Healthcare
Recognized for its innovative approach, Pace University’s Clinical Psychology, Health Care Emphasis, PhD program at Dyson College integrates STEM-designated training with clinical practice and research. This distinction makes it a strong choice among the best clinical psychology PhD programs for addressing healthcare disparities across diverse populations. Beginning in the first semester, you’ll engage in clinical interviewing, psychodiagnostic assessments, and therapeutic interventions at the McShane Center for Psychological Services.
The program culminates in a full-time internship, equipping you to work in mental health, medical, and community settings. With a campus located in the heart of New York City, you’ll have access to diverse clinical populations and opportunities to collaborate with leading healthcare professionals. Faculty mentorship supports your academic journey, from your master’s thesis to your doctoral dissertation, ensuring you’re prepared to make a lasting impact in the field.
$113,230
median annual salary for clinical psychologists in New York (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
10%
projected job growth through 2033 (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
91,332
projected job growth in the next 5 years (Source: Collegeboard.com)
Curriculum
The Clinical Psychology (Health Care Emphasis) PhD program provides you with a comprehensive education through core-foundational courses, sequenced study of research methodology and statistical analyses, clinical courses (in psychopathology, assessment, and psychotherapy) and health psychology courses (including primary care and public health).
Clinical training begins in the first year, with a course in clinical interviewing in the first semester followed by training through practicum and supervised clinical experience in the department’s McShane Center for Psychological Services. In the third and fourth years, students complete clinical training at external field sites around the New York area, followed by a year of full-time internship.
Take Courses Like…
- PSY 724 Introduction to Clinical Health Psychology and Primary Care
- PSY 731 Psychopathology and Health
- PSY 732 Primary Care Interventions I
A Note on Accreditation
The PhD Program in Clinical Psychology currently is seeking American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation. It has completed its self-study and been granted a site visit by the Committee on Accreditation (CoA), tentatively projected for Winter 2025. The program will be reviewed by CoA after the site visit to determine whether to grant accreditation on contingency at that time, and if the program is granted accreditation on contingency, the initial date of accreditation will be retroactive to the site visit. For questions about accreditation, please contact the CoA office at (202) 336-5965.
For more information, view the Graduate Catalog.
Training and Research Opportunities
You’ll gain new perspectives through closer interaction with students and faculty across programs, as in mentored research labs and from research talks from experts in the field. From the beginning of the program, you’ll be involved in research with a mentor, leading to completion of a master’s thesis (at the end of second year) and culminating in completion of a doctoral dissertation. Dissertation research within this PhD program involves a chosen investigation into a specific interface between psychological and physical health.
Diversity is emphasized in academic work and practical training through opportunities to work with diverse populations. Pace University’s McShane Center for Psychological Services provides services to the multicultural community in the lower Manhattan area; a special interest group on social justice and diversity organizes events, discussions, and meetings to address important topics and issues relevant to social justice and diversity; and the Center for Global Psychology is dedicated to enhancing the global capabilities of Pace students and faculty from psychology and related fields by providing high-quality academic and professional experiences.
Careers
Prepare for a career as researcher and clinician, potentially pursuing scientific investigation into the interface of mental and physical health/disease/disorder, and/or an academic role educating and training the next generation of clinical psychologists, or a clinical role within a medical or community health setting, possibly developing research measures, therapeutic interventions, beneficial programs, or needed policies. Many postdoctoral opportunities for specializations will be open to graduates.
As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
International Career Success Program
The INSPIRE Program (International Student Professional Readiness Program) is a badged internship and career success program exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, we have an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Mindful Assessments and Psychological Services
- Hebrew Academy For Special Children
- Helping Hands Psychotherapy
- Maimonides Medical Center
Featured Faculty
Professor
Professor Myszkowski’s research interests include creativity-related traits and abilities, emotional/social competencies, quantitative methods, and occupational contexts.
Professor
Professor Wang's research interests include student well-being and pedagogy, as well as improving health communication between experts and the public.
Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success—whether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Applicants need 3 letters of recommendation. Letters should be from academic or professional references that can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Include recognitions and achievements (e.g. licenses, publications, and awards).
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to Pace University, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution
- A GRE score report is optional for the 2025-2026 admission cycle. Applicants are welcome to submit GRE scores if you feel this will help your application, but there will be no penalty or disadvantage to you if you do not submit GRE scores.
- The Clinical Psychology (Health Care Emphasis) PhD program is a five-year, full-time post-baccalaureate program. A minimum of three years of residency at Pace University is required, including one year of full-time study. Admission is open to qualified holders of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with the necessary prerequisites prior to enrollment; the GRE is optional. The application deadline for entry for the academic year 2025-2026 is January 1, 2025.
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Per credit: $1,490 | Total cost of program: $150,590
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Fall Term
January 1 -
Make an appointment to meet with you admission counselor.
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: All admitted students receive a $5,000 scholarship
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace’s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit Pace University Financial Aid.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate Admission
Phone: (212) 346-1531
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Shirley Wang, PhD
Associate Professor and Program Director
Phone: (212) 346-1322
Email: swang@pace.edu