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I am currently enrolled in the Ed.D program and can highly recommend it. Communication, infrastructure and administration are efficient and the staff are approachable. I usually get email responses immediately. Essay feedback has so far been quite thorough. If you're looking for a program that is business-like and straightforward, this has to be the most affordable, accessible, accredited professional doctorate out there. No mind-games or jargon. A particularly good choice for mature, returning or... Read More international students, as well as anyone seeking professional or personal development through education. California Coast University is a good school.

After exploring many avenues to attend a PSYD program, I enrolled at California Southern University. This was the best decision, and I am delighted and motivated to participate in the Online classes. My experience in this academic institution has been phenomenal. Currently, I am taking Clinical Interviewing, and the assigned textbook comes with an access code to videos. The videos and the content are fabulous, and I find myself actively learning from the assigned text. Also, the videos and other... Read More activities included in the course are great! These clinically driven classes are of extreme help because the clinicians/instructors in these videos discuss essential skills that the scholar/practitioner needs to know to practice within the Professional Practice of Psychology. Also, there are other WEB SEMINARS that are available to all graduate students enrolled in the PsyD. Moreover, I was able to transfer 30 units into the PsyD program, and I have now completed a few more courses, and I continue to make progress. This University is fully accredited (WASC), just like any other major university in Southern California. The only difference is that the tuition is reasonable for those with no other means, or resources to obtain a graduate education. In addition, I have received a %15 percent tuition discount for my U.S. Army Service, and I have received a scholarship from California Southern University, which has undoubtedly assisted me with my educational goals. The clerical staff and the accounting department had been very ethical, and the contract from the university is within ethical and honorable standards. My experience with this University has certainly been positive. My professors read my work, and they provide feedback on time. If the work is not acceptable to meet the University's academic standards, then the work needs to be resubmitted. I know it is not easy, but it needs to be done to earn the grade effectively. If you want to learn because you are eager to learn, and apply your knowledge in a work environment, then enroll. But if you want an easy ride, then consider other options. I am trying to convey that this is not an easy program, and it is geared toward those serious about developing new knowledge for cognitive gain. This University is fully accredited and meets (United States) national accreditation standards. The professors have earned credentials from American Psychological Association programs. Now, I know there are many negative reviews about the professors, the University, the staff, and even Gardner, that takes care of the plants around campus, LOL. The truth is that there is always going to be an opinion. I certainly will recommend this academic institution to my friends because it was founded under the premise that "Knowledge Conquers Everything." If you want to create new knowledge, evaluate, and analyze information, consider your options carefully, as there are many options. It is up to you to understand, remember and apply your knowledge. Remember, "You make the degree work for you." Practicums and Internships are also available in the Curriculum of the PSYD. To enroll, you would need to pass all core courses and electives, including comprehensive exams. Then Internships. I would highly encourage you to speak to an advisor for guidance. Good luck in your endeavors…… S.

I rarely write reviews, but I wanted to address some of the misleading reviews and the plethora of unjustified tears that have been shed all over this site. Many of the poor reviews stem from the individual failing to do their research prior to enrolling in a program. For example, the University does not hide the fact that their PhD Psychology program is not APA accredited, and therefore not accepted if one wants to practice as a licensed psychologist. The same goes for the required accreditations... Read More for teaching programs. Additionally, the programs may be more expensive than others. They may be less expensive than others. Again, this stems from an individual failing to do their research prior to enrolling in a program. Yes, there are some annoying hoops to jump through such as responding to your classmates weekly. I suppose this would be on par with having class attendance count toward your grade in a brick-and-mortar program. There are hoops to jump through just about anywhere. As the for the program itself, you get out of it what you put into it. This is a highly independent program, as is any online program. No one is going to hold your hand all the way to graduation, and clearly this makes some people very sad. The regular classes basically require a lot of writing to formatting standards (e.g., APA, MLA). Like any college, I had some professors who were easy, and some that were very hard. As for the degree mill idea, I had the same thought at one point when I saw some of the work of my classmates. I saw people pass classes who were probably writing at a junior high level grammatically. However, it became very clear to me when I reached the dissertation process that these people get weeded out. I imagine it would be frustrating to make a large investment only to not graduate. However, this again goes back to the individual not doing their research and carefully considering the risks and rewards. I'm a former Green Beret. I am very familiar with what is and isn't hard work. The dissertation process is not for the faint hearted. This institution is definitely not a degree mill. By the way, it's a regionally accredited university (WASC). I researched this BEFORE enrolling in the program to assess the credibility of the institution and how it might be perceived by employers. It is within the realm of possibility that the reason people are not getting interviews or jobs is because of their previous experience and the other 100 factors employers look at. I suppose blaming the institution is easier than taking a hard look in the mirror and recognizing areas for improvement. I make $160k a year in the rural Midwest with my degrees from the "mills." Last comment is there were some growing pains when they transitioned from Ashford to UAGC. I have had a couple of financial issues occur. Yes, I did have to make several phone calls and track down the right people. I imagine in our iPhone and Amazon culture this is an egregious inconvenience to some. I think this can all be summed up in a simple quote: "Life is hard; it's harder if you're stupid." Good luck!

Northcentral is incredible. I was super nervous prior to attending, but once I started, I immediately understood how lucky I was to be attending. I have jobs and children, so on campus Ph.D. was going to be difficult. I was very hesitant about online programs. Now I am no longer nervous. Furthermore, the one to one instruction is unreal. Dr. Streit, my first professor, was beyond incredible. I am so impressed with her ability to help me focus on dissertation ideas, develop those ideas, and being... Read More generally responsive to every question and ideas shared. I was nervous about attending this school until I was exposed to Dr. Streit.

I recently complete Touro University's MFT program and have just been accepted into their doctoral program PsyD. I researched carefully before choosing a university. As a parent and working professional, I needed flexibilty but wanted a solid education. I needed a high level of value and I did not want to graduate with $75+ in loans like so many of my colleagues. I also required an MFT program that was regionally accredited as my state requires it for licensure. Touro's program was a great fit, hitting... Read More all of my requirements. Their online program is affordable, accessible and flexible to meet the demands most working students have. One caveat, it really helps to be a motivated and resourceful individual. The university offers great support and the online format can be fantastic, but you have to take an active role in your development and studies, ask questions, be persistent and do the work.

I've just completed my first year of the IP Phd program (trauma concentration). It has been a great experience. The professors have a wealth of knowledge, they are concerned about you're academic well-being and are quick to respond if you have questions or concerns. The university is fast with responding as well. My cohort's field experience was canceled 3 times no fault of the TCSPP, but due to political atmosphere in one country and covid-19 in 2 other countries. They were concerned with the safety... Read More of the students and faculty. It has been an absolute please being a PhD student at TCSPP and I look forward to my continued studies and I am very happy that I made the choice to attend.

Use this as a warning. Plan on the career taking an extra year and a few thousand dollars more. Went in after being told it would be 80k and 4 years. Here I am at 94k with Lord only knows how much longer. See the thing is after you are done with academics you will need an extra 4 courses at 3k each. Or maybe 8 because if they need the money they will put you on a "supplemental" course. These are created to help you with the dissertation but who needs 12 weeks to get through 1 chapter? Or 20 weeks,... Read More because they will say everything looks good until it's time to pass you on to the next chapter. Then they will come up with a reason for needing the extra 8 weeks. Save yourself the trouble go somewhere else!

Mostly a positive experience. I will say anyone applying for the PhD in psych that you have to go through their MA program first and once done there’s 0 guarantee of actually getting into the PhD. This year they also moved the internal PhD deadline from February to November with a week’s notice that I had to actively seek out to confirm. Since I have my MA already from another school this aspect of the experience left me very disappointed and I must now apply elsewhere and start all over to finish... Read More a PhD…