Gain clinical expertise and human insight to advance the future of mental health care. NAU’s Doctor in Clinical Psychology degree will help you turn understanding into healing and research into real-world impact.
Clinical Psychology is among the top 4 graduate academic plans by enrollment
The future of mental health care depends on people who lead with both intellect and empathy. If that’s the kind of clinician you aspire to be, this is where your path begins. Whether you plan to serve in a clinic, hospital, private practice, or other community environment, a Doctor in Clinical Psychology from NAU will give you the ethical grounding and leadership mindset to act as a trusted voice in the evolving world of mental health.
As one of the few public universities offering a Doctor of Psychology program, NAU makes doctoral training in clinical psychology accessible, removing barriers like costly tuition, without compromising quality. Based at NAU’s North Valley Campus, this full-time, APA-accredited* program is designed to evolve with the profession to meet the challenges of the future of mental health care.
You’ll follow a personalized, purpose-driven path that supports your growth every step of the way. Through evidence-based coursework and real-world training, you’ll gain the knowledge and applied skills needed to meet licensure requirements while building a professional identity grounded in ethics, empathy, and social responsibility.
*With accreditation on contingency from the American Psychological Association and a commitment to affordability and excellence, the program shows NAU’s dedication to strengthening Arizona’s behavioral health workforce.
In the Department of Clinical Psychology, you will:
Student-led groups like the Clinical Psychology Student Board provide advocacy and mentorship across cohorts while specialized clubs including the Neuro-Forensic Club and Pride Jacks bring together like-minded peers with the mission of building community while gaining knowledge.
Support at NAU extends beyond academics. You’ll have one-on-one faculty advising, peer mentorship, professional development opportunities, and licensure prep at your fingertips throughout your journey.
You’ll experience individualized and intentional guidance from faculty as you progress through the program through one-on-one advising and mentorship that enriches your research, clinical training, and professional development. Clinical Psychology faculty have a rare balance of clinical expertise and academic rigor that enhances the approach of this program with excellence and humanity.
"One of the main reasons I chose this program was the faculty’s clear willingness to share their own clinical experiences and offer support and insight in and out of the classroom...My practicum experiences have been especially rewarding and perfectly aligned with my clinical interests, allowing me to apply what I’ve learned in the classroom to areas I’m genuinely passionate about."
Begin your journey toward becoming a confident, compassionate clinician. Apply for NAU’s Doctor of Clinical Psychology program today!
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