The program typically receives between 250 and 350 applications and has an entering class of 4 to 8 students. Successful applicants to the program are bright, socially skilled students with strong research backgrounds, who have interests compatible with those of core clinical faculty, and who are interested in pursuing academic/research careers. For more information on characteristics of accepted applicants see Student Admissions, Outcomes, and Other Data on this website.

In line with the Psychology Department's value of diversity, the clinical program encourages applications from a diverse range of applicants, including (but not limited to) applications from people of different ages, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, socioeconomic statuses, religions, and ability statuses.

As a member of the Council of University Directors of Clinical Training (CUDCP), the Clinical Psychology program at Stony Brook University adheres to CUDCP's policies and guidelines for graduate school admissions, offers and acceptance. For additional information about these policies
A. A bachelor's degree with a major in psychology, or in a program providing adequate preparation for the intended area of study (ordinarily including statistics, research methodology, and/or psychology laboratory).

B. An average of 3.25 or better in all graded academic undergraduate coursework.

C. One official copy of all previous college transcripts, with certified English translations of any transcripts in a foreign language.

D. Letters of recommendation from three instructors or academic advisors.

E. The GRE is not required.

F. For international students, TOEFL or IELTS scores (unless their native language is English) and the International Student Financial Affidavit.

G. Students who do not meet these requirements may also apply if they feel that special circumstances should be considered.

H. Acceptance by the department and Graduate School.

IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection recommended to be below 6
TOEFL: 90 for admission to a doctoral program and to be eligible for consideration for TA/GA support