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

Students study such topics as assessment; intervention; social justice and equity; and effective communication with students, parents, and school administrators.  Additionally, students complete four practicum placements and a 1,200 clock-hour internship to gain program-specific required, and approved experiences.  These experiences are completed under the supervision of a licensed school psychologist.

This program is taught by faculty from IU East, IU Kokomo, and IU South Bend.

Graduates of the program are eligible for certification as a school psychologist in Indiana. 

Admission Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in a related field - transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (Transcripts not required from IU Campuses).
• Minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA at undergraduate level. 
• Three professional reference letters. At least one letter should be from someone who has knowledge of your work in schools and/or with children or youth.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• A 400-500-word personal statement describing your interest in the field of school psychology and professional goals. 
  • This statement should
    • Reference career goals as they align with this program,
    • Describe relevant work experience especially as it relates to P-12 schools and/or working with children or youth, and 
    • Briefly address any deficiencies in applicants academic record that do not meet program admission standards.
• An interview by the faculty committee from one of the participating campuses.

Applications are due January 15th, and candidate interviews will be conducted in March. The admitted cohort will begin their coursework in June.  

Space in this program is limited, so meeting the admissions requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.   

The program’s curriculum assumes continuous enrollment, and students will be expected to complete coursework in the summer, fall, and spring terms. 

Program Format

Students will progress through the Ed.S. 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. If a student is unable to attend an on-campus component, accommodations are possible for extraordinary circumstances with approval from the Program Director and course instructor.

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 cr.)

• EDUC-Y 635 Methodology of Educational Evaluation (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-Y 650 Single-Subject Research Design (3 cr.)  

Counseling (9 cr.)

• EDUC-G 523 Laboratory in Counseling (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-G 575 Multicultural Counseling (3 cr.)  
• EDUC-P 692 Seminar in Therapeutic Interventions with Children/Mental Health Counseling (3 cr.)

Cognition/Learning Basis of Behavior (6 cr.)  

• EDUC-P 540 Learning & Cognition (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-P 682 Developmental Psychopathology (3 cr.) 

Human Development (3 cr.)  

• EDUC-P 514 Lifespan Development: Birth to Death (3 cr.) 

Special Education (6 cr.)  

• EDUC-K 505 Exceptional Learners (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-K 548 Families, Schools, and Society (3 cr.)

Core School Psychology (35 cr.)  

• EDUC-P 596 Internship in School Psychology (4 cr.)  
• EDUC-P 602 Assessment, Prevention and Intervention I (3 cr.)  
• EDUC-P 604 Role and Function of School Psychologists (3 cr.)  
• EDUC-P 605 Collaboration and Consultation I (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-P 606 Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention II (3 cr.)   
• EDUC-P 607 Social Justice, Consultation, Advocacy and Leadership (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-P 609 Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention III (3 cr.)  
• EDUC-P 612 Trauma-informed Preventive Practices in Classrooms and Schools (3 cr.) 
• EDUC-P 613 Responsive Educational Practices and Approaches (3 cr.)   
• EDUC-P 656 Practicum in School Psychology (Practicum I) (1 cr.)  
• EDUC-P 656 Practicum in School Psychology (Practicum II) (1 cr.)    
• EDUC-P 656 Practicum in School Psychology (Practicum III) (1 cr.)    
• EDUC-P 656 Practicum in School Psychology (Practicum IV) (1 cr.)    
• EDUC-P 680 Diversity Ethical, Legal & Professional Issues in School Psychology (3 cr.)

Transfer Credits and Credit for Prior Learning

Students may fulfill up to 9 credit hours of the program requirements through a combination of previously completed IU graduate courses, transfer credit from another institution, and credit for prior learning and experience. Students should contact the Program Director for additional information and instructions for demonstrating prior learning and experience. It is the student’s responsibility to collect and provide any needed documentation and evidence.

Course Grades and Cumulative GPA Requirements

Students are expected to earn a B grade or higher for all courses required for the Ed.S. degree; however, two grades of B- are permitted, as long as an overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 is maintained. Grades of B- are not permitted for field-based courses (e.g., practica and internship). Course grades are reviewed at the end of each semester (Summer, Fall, Spring). If a student earned a grade of B-, program faculty will meet with the student and course instructor, if relevant, to determine any actions needed to ensure that the student is prepared for the next semester of courses. Grades of C+ or lower will require the student to re-take the course. No more than two courses can be re-taken, and no course may be retaken more than once. If a grade of C+ or lower is earned in more than two courses, the student may be dismissed from the program.

Time Restrictions

Students must complete all program requirements within 6 years from when course work is begun. If a student has an extraordinary circumstance and is unable to complete the program within the time limit, the student must meet with the Program Director to request an exception to this policy. In most circumstances, only one extension will be granted.

Course Grade Appeal Policy

Graduate students may appeal course grades posted at the end of the spring, fall, or summer sessions. The grade appeal process should only be utilized when a student believes a final grade is incorrect or unjust. A student may appeal any given course grade only once. Students who wish to appeal a course completed for the Ed.S. in School Psychology Collaborative Hybrid program will appeal a grade through the campus that offered the course (the campus of instruction). The graduate student must first attempt to resolve the grade issue with the faculty member. If an acceptable solution is not reached, the student may then appeal to the next level of administration at the campus of instruction following all campus timelines.

Remediation and Program Dismissal

A student’s progress and retention in the program is based on satisfactory progress and annual evaluation reviews. Program faculty utilize multiple sources of information to assess students’ development and demonstration of skills and dispositions throughout their time in the program. When necessary, program faculty work with a student to develop an action plan to address any concerns or performance issues. This may include re-taking a course, completing additional field placement hours and/or activities, increased supervision, or additional support. Action plans will include a timeline for completing needed remediation and any criteria needed for continuing in the program.

In the event that performance concerns continue or there is evidence that a student engages in serious unprofessional or unethical behavior (e.g., dismissal from a practicum or internship, conviction of misdemeanor or felony, misrepresentation of credentials and professional preparation, etc.), the program faculty may decide to dismiss a student from the program. 

Residency Requirements

A student must reside in Indiana and complete fieldwork (i.e., practicum, internship) in Indiana.