• Course Delivery
    80% to 99% Online
  • Total Credits
    65
  • In-State Tuition Per Credit
    $350.00
  • Out of State Tuition Per Credit
    $490.00

School Psychology, EdS

The IU Online EdS in School Psychology is a practitioner-oriented program. It offers coursework in three primary areas: professional studies in school psychology, psychological foundations, and research/inquiry methods. 

As a student in the program, you study the school psychologist’s professional role and how to deliver comprehensive services. Coursework covers such topics as assessment; intervention; social justice and equity; and effectively communicating with students, parents, school administrators, and others. In addition, you complete school-based practica and a 1,200 clock-hours internship to gain required, specific, experiences.

Graduates of the program are eligible for certification as a school psychologist in Indiana and may be eligible in other states. 

About the Format

You will progress through the EdS in School Psychology as part of a student cohort. The program was designed to allow working adults to complete the degree in four years by taking courses during the academic year and summer. 

Some courses will include an on-campus component, details for which will be provided in the course schedule. Accommodations are possible for those who cannot attend in person. Students will work with a program director and course instructor to determine appropriate accommodations as needed. For additional information about the in-person component, please contact iuograd@iu.edu or call 833-930-2092. 

Degree Requirements

To earn the EdS in School Psychology, you must complete 65 semester credit hours at the graduate level. 

Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Inquiry (6 credit hours)
  • Counseling (3 credit hours)
  • Cognition/learning basis of behavior (3 credit hours)
  • Human development (3 credit hours)
  • Special education (6 credit hours)
  • Core school psychology (44 credit hours, including practica) 

Transfer Credits

Students can transfer up to 6 graduate credit hours with the permission of the faculty committee.

This program is taught by IU Bloomington, IU East, and IU Kokomo.

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:
  1. Baccalaureate degree.
  2. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.  
  3. Minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA.
  4. Three letters of recommendation. At least one letter should be from someone who is familiar with your work in schools and/or with children or youth.
  5. An interview with a committee of program faculty from the participating campuses.
  6. Personal statement of 400 to 500 words. Your statement must include: 

o   Description of your background and reasons for applying to this program.

o   Brief history of your relevant work experience, especially as it relates to P–12 schools and/or working with children or youth.

o   Description of your career goals and how they align with this program.

o   Explanation of any academic deficiencies that fall short of program admission requirements.

 

Application will be available soon.

 

Admissions Timeline

Admissions take place on a rolling basis. However, students start the program once a year as a cohort in the summer term. The admissions committee meets quarterly to make admissions decisions. Interviews take place in January, March, and June. We’ll contact you before the 15th of each interview month to arrange a date and time to talk. Space in this program is limited—meeting the admissions requirements does not guarantee admission.   

Special considerations for the fall of 2023. Admissions for the fall of 2023 will take place on an accelerated timeline and classes will begin in the fall semester rather than the summer.

Courses

Core

EDUC-P 602Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention3 Credits
EDUC-P 604Role and Function of School Psychologists3 Credits
EDUC-P 682Developmental Psychopathology3 Credits

EDUC-P 605 

-or-

EDUC-P 670

Collaboration and Consultation I

-or-

Behavioral Analysis and Consultation for School Psychologists

3 Credits
EDUC-P 680Ethical, Legal, & Professional Issues in School Psychology3 Credits

EDUC-P 681

-or-

EDUC-J 655

-or-

EDUC-G 575

Psychology of Cultural Diversity

-or-

Seminar in Multicultural and Global Education

-or-

Multicultural Counseling

3 Credits
EDUC-P 606Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention II3 Credits
EDUC-P 607Social Justice, Consultation, Advocacy, and Leadership3 Credits
EDUC-P 682Seminar in Therapeutic Interventions with Children/Mental Health Counseling3 Credits
EDUC-P 609Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention III3 Credits
EDUC-P 656Practicum in School Psychology (Practicum I)2 Credits
EDUC-P 656Practicum in School Psychology (Practicum II)2 Credits
EDUC-P 612Trauma-Informed Preventative Practices in Classrooms and Schools3 Credits
EDUC-P 613Responsive Educational Practices and Approaches3 Credits
EDUC-P 596Internship in School Psychology 4 Credits
EDUC-K 548Families, Schools, and Society3 Credits

Find course descriptions with our Search Schedule of Classes/Courses tool.

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents
  • Per Credit Hour
  • Tuition: $350.00
  • 3 Credit Hours
  • Tuition: $1050.00
Note: 

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents
  • Per Credit Hour
  • Tuition: $490.00
  • 3 Credit Hours
  • Tuition: $1470.00

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

Full time Students

Part time Students

Direct Costs:

 

Tuition & Mandatory Fees

Indiana Residents

$332.44 per credit hour

Non-residents

$491.08 per credit hour

Direct Costs:

 

Tuition & Mandatory Fees

Indiana Residents

$332.44 per credit hour

Non-residents

$491.08 per credit hour

Indirect Costs:

 

Food & Housing    $10,244

Books & Supplies    $460

Transportation    $2350

Personal Expenses    $2200

Indirect Costs:

 

Food & Housing    $10,244

Books & Supplies    $184

Transportation    $2350

Personal Expenses    $2200

 

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