MA in Klinischer Psychologie mit Schwerpunkt auf Ehe- und Familientherapie: Tagesformat

• Format: Daytime
  • Term: Fall
  • Location: Malibu
  • Length: 2 Years / 62 units
  • Tuition: $1,770 per unit

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: Daytime Format program will prepare students to serve individuals, couples, families, and groups as licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC) in California.

This cohort-based MA in Clinical Psychology program provides students with a clinical and practice-based course of study, exploring the social and psychological implications of socioeconomics and how poverty and social stress affect the ability of individuals, couples, and families to thrive.

Classes are held on the Malibu campus in sunny California, which is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful places to study.

Program Benefits

• Top Program in the US Consistently listed as a top choice for graduate clinical psychology programs by the National Center for Education Statistics.
• Malibu Campus The Clinical Psychology (Daytime) program is offered at Pepperdine University's beautiful main campus.
• 130+ Clinical Practicum Sites With over 130+ high-quality site partners, CLP students experience hands-on clinical practice as a signature component of a comprehensive approach to preparing licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC).
• Expedient Completion Ability to complete program requirements in 2 years.
• Dedicated Placement Team to help find and secure practicum and internship placements.
• Supervised Clinical Experience beginning in the second term of the program.
• Meets LMFT and LPCC Requirements Upon graduation, psychology students will have met all educational requirements to sit for the LMFT or LPCC licensure exams in the state of California.
• Housing Access to graduate student housing and amenities at our scenic Malibu campus.

Antiracism and Antidiscrimination Statement

The MACLPD and GSEP psychology division stand in solidarity against racial inequities and injustice and other forms of discrimination and oppression. We are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that is enriched and strengthened by diversity including but not limited to race, ethnicity and national origin, gender, gender identity, sexuality, class, age, ability status, and religion. GSEP also encourages all community members to engage in critical learning and reflection to strengthen our capacity for being effective, active, and outspoken against all forms of racism and intersectional oppression.

Student Experience

• Build community and lifelong relationships with peers and colleagues through a cohort model and optional residential experience. This community extends beyond the program to the larger GSEP and Pepperdine family.
• A dedicated Enrollment Services Officer will make your admissions process easy and comfortable with experience in supporting both international and domestic students.
• Integration of domestic and international students across campuses. Dedicated support for international students is provided through the Office of International Student Services (OISS).
• The Office of International Students Services (OISS) values our international students for what they bring to our campus—diversity, global perspective, cultural respect, determination, and a wonderful sense of adventure. We welcome students from all nationalities, faiths, and education systems, as they provide a diverse perspective in our classrooms.
• Access to housing and amenities at our scenic Malibu campus.
• Opportunities to participate in university social, sporting, cultural, and spiritual events.
• Cohort model designed to build upon leadership skills, peer support, and lifelong relationships with colleagues.
• Partnerships with professional networks and conferences and robust alumni network.

Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP) provides innovative academic programs dedicated to building scholar-practitioners through hands-on learning. We shape individuals who will be catalysts for inspiration and change.

Since 1971 GSEP has been carrying out our mission to be an innovative learning community where individuals of diverse cultures and perspectives work collaboratively to foster academic excellence, social purpose, meaningful service, and personal fulfillment.

Why Pepperdine for International Students?

Top-ranked Programs

Generous Scholarships Available

Large Alumni Network Ready to Connect

Beautiful Locations in Greater Los Angeles

Career Services with Focused Coaching

Distinguished Practitioner Faculty

Small Class Sizes with Personal Attention

Passion and Purpose Driven

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