Clinical Child Psychology

When children are struggling, they often need a psychologist to help them work through their problems. A clinical child psychologist works with children younger than 18 and can help them with psychological, behavioral, developmental, academic, and familial problems. Because emotional issues and mental illnesses need to be treated differently in children and teens than in adults, psychologists with specialized knowledge are in high demand. Clinical child psychologists have a variety of responsibilities, such as assessing a patient via interviews, conducting psychological tests, and analyzing a child's history. It is no surprise, then, that the clinical child psychology major coursework focuses on these areas. If this career path appeals to you, you'll need to earn a bachelor's degree in child psychology or child development before applying to earn a master's degree or doctorate in clinical child psychology. Clinical child psychologists can find work in hospitals, mental health facilities, or government health agencies. Those who have earned their Ph.D. also have the option to open their own practice.

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University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, WA

The University of Washington is a selective institution located in Seattle, WA, with two satellite campuses in Bothell and Tacoma. At this Public Ivy, sustainability is a major focus and the school has made The Princeton Review Green College Honor...

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I took a drama class because I needed a VLPA and I thought it would be a breeze. It wasn't exactly as easy as I predicted: I performed monologues and scenes in front of my quiz section as well as in front of my lecture. It was nerve-wracking; I was...

” – Shelby from Everett, WA

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43%

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4 Year

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$9,661

average net price

55,620

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Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN

Vanderbilt University was founded in 1873 as a private research university in Nashville, Tennessee. Academically, the university focuses on an interdisciplinary approach, encouraging students to take courses from any of the 143 areas of study. The...

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I am currently an incoming freshman, but already from what little experience I have had with the school, I LOVE it! Everyone I have met attending Vanderbilt have all been super nice and the faculty I have had the pleasure to work with all seem to...

” – James from Anchorage, AK

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1515

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Private

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4 Year

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$25,804

average net price

13,456

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University of Denver

Denver, CO

Founded in 1864, the University of Denver is the oldest private university in the Rocky Mountain Region. DU confers bachelor’s degrees in over 100 academic fields of study and every major enables students to take courses across different subjects...

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My professors are interesting and diverse. Most of them understand that you are first quarter freshman and give you a week or two to get settled. Not only do I learn from classes but there are a ton of out of state and international students to learn...

” – Darla from Brighton, CO

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1295

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71%

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Private

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4 Year

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$38,322

average net price

13,387

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Pace University

New York, NY

Originally founded as a one room accounting school, Pace University is a 4-year research institution in Manhattan. Pace is home to six colleges and schools conferring bachelor’s degrees in over 65 academic majors. In addition, the Manhattan campus...

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My professors are very knowledgeable and bring their real world experiences to the table. I am a student clinician at our clinic and I student teach. I have gotten hands on experience in my field.

” – Loren from Cortlandt Manor, NY

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1150

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77%

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Private

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4 Year

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$32,886

average net price

14,092

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University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS

The University of Kansas is a public research institution. The main campus is located in Lawrence, Kansas, and is one of five in the University of Kansas system. KU offers more than 200 undergraduate majors in one of the largest college towns in the...

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Being from out of state really makes you learn things you probably never knew before hand, and of course if you go to class you are bound to expand your mind.

” – Kyle from Lone Tree, CO

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4 Year

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$20,054

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28,406

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St. John's University-New York

Queens, NY

The St. John’s 150-year legacy is Catholic, Vincentian, metropolitan, and global. Graduates are not only employable, but, when they leave campus, they take with them all of the hope, compassion, awareness, and courage that can only come from knowing...

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The campus is beautiful. The study spaces are very convenient. The food is great.

” – Bayyinah from Jamaica, NY

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4 Year

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$26,771

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19,691

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Prairie View A & M University

Prairie View, TX

Prairie View A&M University is an Historically Black College and University in the Houston metro area and the second oldest public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas. A member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Texas A&M...

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Prairie View A&M University is a HBCU school but has a lot of diversity. It has a great educational environment and the Biology program is great and very competitive. Prairie View A&M is a great school located in Southeast Texas.

” – Yanetti from Alton, TX

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75%

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4 Year

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Suburb or town

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$14,582

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9,517

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Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University is a private Christian institution that features a “Christ-centered,” liberal arts curriculum with “selective” admissions. DBU operates three campuses around Texas in Dallas, Hurst, and Plano. A majority of students choose...

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DBU is one of the few schools you can get challenged to grow not only intellectually but spiritually as well. All the classes challenge you to think at the next level as well as aid you in maturing into the person you want to be in the future.

” – Daniel from El Paso, TX

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91%

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4 Year

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Major city

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$26,387

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4,201

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Kingston University London

Located just 25 minutes from central London, Kingston University offers internationally-recognized qualifications and welcomes around 100 new students from the USA every year, with many more on Study Abroad and exchange programs. Founded in 1899, the...

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1050

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80%

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3 To 4 Year

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17,547

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