Applicants are expected to meet the following requirements to be considered for admission:

• Completion of a baccalaureate degree that contains 18 hours of undergraduate psychology (behavioral sciences and/or education) courses (including undergraduate statistics);
• Brief personal statement (750-1,200 words) describing the influences that have led you to consider school psychology as a career and why you believe JMU is the place for you to receive your training;
• Three letters of recommendation from professors and other professionals familiar with their academic work and relevant experiences; 
• Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate programs attended;
• Current curriculum vita/resume; and  
• Successful personal interview with faculty and students to assess abilities, characteristics, and readiness for the program.
• General GRE scores are optional and can be submitted at the discretion of the applicant.

The application deadline is February 1 for Fall admissions. Interviews will be held on March 6 and March 9.

Applicants are notified of admission decisions shortly after completing the interview process. Those offered admission are asked to confirm their intent to enroll or decline within a reasonable timeframe to assist with program planning and cohort development.