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Master of Arts in School Psychology

School of Social & Behavioral Sciences

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Improving Students鈥� Lives One At A Time With A Masters In School Psychology.

51吃瓜网鈥檚 Master of Arts in School Psychology program is NASP accredited and focuses on instruction in the theories and skills associated with the responsibilities regularly implemented by a school psychologist: prevention, evaluation, intervention, counseling, and consultation. Our goal is to prepare professionals who manifest a holistic blend of theory and practice in meeting the educational needs of today鈥檚 students within the interacting contexts of their schools, families, and communities.

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A Rewarding Future in School Psychology

51吃瓜网's Masters in School Psychology prepares students for rewarding careers with impact. U.S. News & World Report ranks School Psychology among the . Hear from Alexa Diaz '20M about her experience with Marist's School Psychology Masters program.

The Masters in School Psychology program is accredited by the . It equips students to work as practicing school psychologists, leading to New York State certification and eligibility. 

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A Distinct and Accredited Masters in School Psychology Program

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Employment Rate

The Graduating class of 2024 were employed within 6 months of graduation.

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NASP Accredited

The MA in School Psychology program is accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists.

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Praxis II Pass Rate

Since 2015, Marist students have achieved 100 percent pass rate on the Praxis II exam.
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Professional

Core School Psychology faculty are experienced, certified, school psychologists.

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Small Classes

Small class sizes promote enhanced student/faculty interaction.

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Financial

Scholarships, assistantships, and organizational partnerships help reduce tuition costs.

Early Acceptance for Marist Juniors

Current Marist students with junior status may apply for early acceptance into the MA in School Psychology program provided they have met all admission criteria. Application review will take place in January of the Junior year.
 

Learn From Faculty With Diverse School Psychology Experience

Our highly knowledgeable, licensed faculty members are committed to providing high-quality education and training to the next generation of school psychologists. Our faculty come from a diverse range of clinical and educational backgrounds, exposing our students to every facet of the school psychology field. Read about some of our expert faculty below and learn more about all of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Faculty.

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Mary Stone, PHD, NCSP - Portfolio Coordinator

Dr. Stone has worked as a school psychologist in both school-based and clinical settings. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and has worked with children and adolescents with diverse learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs. In addition, she has extensive experience consulting with parents, therapists, and educational staff to enhance the learning and social-emotional outcomes of students from preschool through high school.

Patrick S. O鈥橠onnell, PsyD, NCSP - Program Director

As the director for the School Psychology Graduate Program, Dr. O鈥橠onnell brings extensive knowledge and expertise to Marist鈥檚 program. Dr. O'Donnell has affiliations with the New York Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of School Psychologists, the American Psychological Association, the trainers of School Psychologists, the trainers of School Psychologists, New York, and the Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology.

Stacy A. S. Williams, PHD, NCSP - Field Placement Coordinator

Dr. Williams is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified School Psychologist. Her years of working with at-risk learners in both urban and rural communities have given her clear insights into the frustrations, challenges, and joys of working as a school psychologist. At the national level, Dr. Williams serves on the Trainers of School Psychologists (TSP) executive board, where she co-chairs the Social Justice task force and serves as membership coordinator.

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Graduate with Confidence Knowing Immediate Employment Awaits

When you matriculate into Marist鈥檚 MA in School Psychology program, you will be able to graduate with confidence knowing that obtaining employment as a School Psychologist is well within reach. 

  • Greater Johnstown School District
  • Highland Central School District
  • Hyde Park Central School District
  • Marlboro Central School District
  • Monroe-Woodbury Central School District
  • Newburgh Enlarged Central School District
  • Red Hook Central School District
  • Wallkill Central School District
  • Valley Central School District
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My deep interest in psychology and human development guided me in my academic journey. I resonated to Marist College鈥檚 objective to teach school psychology students to be experts in psychological assessment, counseling, and educational consultation - the various roles a school psychologist must perform to be effective. Based on these respectable standards, I believed that Marist College would prepare me the best for becoming a school psychologist. In addition, the school psychology professors are phenomenal.

Paul Vespo

MA in School Psychology

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For Sarah Goetze 鈥�20, the decision to come to Marist was an easy one. 鈥淢arist was the only graduate school that I applied to because I knew it was where I would be the happiest.鈥� Although she noted that the beautiful campus was a factor, her main reason for choosing Marist was 鈥渢he small cohort sizes, the blend of professors who are actually in the field, and the program鈥檚 National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) certification.鈥� This certification requires students to spend a set amount of time in the field gaining professional experience.

Sarah Goetze

MA in School Psychology

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There are many reasons why I chose to pursue my graduate degree at Marist. The cohorts are small and this is important to me because it gives me the opportunity to establish relationships with faculty and candidates. The faculty is another reason why I chose Marist. Most of the professors have a past experience as working school psychologists where they relate real experience to what we are learning in class.

Julissa Marcano

MA in School Psychology

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Certification Disclosure 

51吃瓜网 is a participant in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA). This agreement allows Marist to offer distance-learning programs to students residing in other SARA member states. SARA authorization does not extend to professional licensure board approvals.

The MA in School Psychology curriculum is designed to meet the licensure requirements in New York State. Other states have their own requirements, and for this reason, Marist cannot assure that students residing outside the state of New York will meet licensure requirements in another state. It is the applicant鈥檚 responsibility to determine if Marist鈥檚 MA in School Psychology curriculum satisfies their state licensure requirements and to monitor any changes to their state requirements.

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