Masters in Psychology Programs in New York
(found programs from 49 schools)

In 2008, the state of New York employed almost 15,000 clinical, counseling, and school psychologists, but there were still over 500 openings in the state. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage of clinical, counseling, and school psychologists in New York was over $82,000 in May 2010. Filling one of these job openings often requires a license from the New York State Board of Regents. However, obtaining this license necessitates a doctoral degree. With a mater's in psychology in New York, would-be psychologists can either become licensed to practice in some specialized fields or take the first step to obtaining a doctoral degree that will allow them to practice in full.

At Adelphi University, students can earn a master's in psychology degree in school psychology. This degree prepares students to work as school counselors, though it does not certify them as private practice psychologists. Master's in psychology degrees are also available in general psychology and mental health counseling. Canisius College offers several master's programs in psychology. The school-counseling program allows graduates to apply for licensure as school psychologists in K-12 public schools. With the mental health counseling master's degree, students can take the exam for New York's Mental Health License, and apply to a doctoral program. Fordham University in the Bronx offers a master's of psychology degree in applied psychological methods. The program will help students obtain jobs or advanced education in social science research fields.