MA/CAGS in School Psychology New Student Checklist

School Psychology MA/CAGS Checklist

This checklist was developed to assist entering students with their transition to graduate study. Please read it over carefully, and be sure to complete all the items as noted.

Orientation Week

Students in the MA/CAGS in School Psychology program are required to attend the program’s orientation on Wednesday, August 21, and Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM. This orientation will be held on-campus.

Student Technology Orientation

You will receive an email about this online tutorial that introduces the student to the College’s technologies. You are required to complete this online orientation before attending the in-person orientation.

Ed Tech Orientation

Field Education

You will receive information about your field placement from the School Psychology MA/CAGS Program during the late spring/early summer. Please contact Dr. Elana Wolkoff, Associate Director of Field Education, if you have any questions about field education.

Registration

Students entering the MA/CAGS Program are automatically registered for their fall semester courses. After the first semester, students will register for their own courses. Course schedules will be sent out by the School Psychology Program.

Academic Advisor

You will be assigned an advisor over the summer. Please contact the School Psychology Department Chair, Dr. Jason Kaplan or MA/CAGS Program Director, Dr. Robyn Bratica if you have questions before then.

Textbook List

Students should purchase required textbooks from their preferred vendor before the start of classes. Lists of required textbooks may be emailed to you in advance of the semester. Please check with your department coordinator for more information. When available, lists are also posted here.