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University of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

United States

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The Clinical Psychology PhD program at the University of Pennsylvania, offered by the Department of Psychology within the School of Arts & Sciences, is designed as a clinical science program. It primarily prepares students for research and academic careers in Clinical Psychology. The program typically requires six years to complete, including five years of residency followed by a year-long predoctoral internship. It is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS).

Total Tuition Fees

Duration

72 Months

Ranking

US World and News Report

#14

The World University Rankings

#11

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Career Outcomes

The program aims to train clinical scientists who can advance basic science, contribute to the understanding of psychopathology, and develop effective treatment and prevention programs. Graduates are prepared for research and academic careers in Clinical Psychology. The program intends for the vast majority of its graduates to obtain professional licensure as clinical psychologists, enabling them to engage in clinical practice and supervise trainees.

Prospective Job Roles

Clinical Psychologist

Research Psychologist

Behavioral Scientist

Psychometrician

Academic Professor

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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Psychology.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
100
IELTS
7
Duolingo
120
PTE
68
Cambridge
185

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 90

Transcript
Resume
English Proficiency Test

General LOR
Master SOP

Application Deadlines


Fall	Dec 1, 2026

Fees and Funding

All students admitted to the Clinical Psychology PhD program are fully funded for their first five years. This funding covers full tuition and includes an annual stipend for living expenses, which was $40,500 for the 2023-2024 academic year. Fee waivers for the application may be available for applicants who demonstrate financial need or participate in specific programs.

Tuition Fees

$0 / year