Doctoral Program Student Resources

• 2019 Graduate Handbook Psychology Doctoral Student survival guide.
• TA Tips and Expectations
• Sample Mentor and Graduate Student Contract
• Course Override Request Form

Milestone Info and Forms

Below are the Graduate Milestone forms that need to be completed and submitted to the department's doctoral program coordinator. Additional ASU graduate college forms for students may be found here.

• Masters Forms

  • Master's Thesis Prospectus Approval
  • Master's Thesis Data Approval
  • ASU Master's in Passing (MiP) procedures and form.

• PhD Forms

  • Doctoral Comprehensive Examinations Report
  • Doctoral Dissertation Prospectus/Proposal Results
  • Dissertation Data Approval

• Masters and PhD Defense information

  • Schedule your Master's and Dissertation defense through MyASU (defense tab).
  • Make sure the graduate secretary receives a copy of your signed defense paperwork - if this does not occur the department records will not be current.
  • Review ASU's Graduate College how-to guides and their website for university requirements.

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Graduate Travel Info and Forms

There are a number of travel funding sources available to graduate psychology students. Click here to learn more about University Travel Policies, available funding sources and how to apply.

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Potential Research Funding Sources

Plan early and contact Lillian Buitenhuys, Research Advancement Manager, if you have questions regarding a funding opportunity or are planning to submit a proposal.

• Funding ASU - This is a resource to find funding opportunities
• APA Fellowships
• NRSA Funding
• NSF GRFP Funding

In addition to the funding sources above, the department offers several fellowship opportunities and awards.

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Other ASU Links

• ASU Graduate College website
• Graduate College Forms
• Request for (IT) Computer Help (complete form via MyASU)
• ASU Help Center
• Graduate Professional Student Association (GPSA)

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Resources for Clinical Doctoral Students

• Verification of Full-time/Part-time Graduate Student Status (to be completed for internship year)
• Psychologist Licensure Requirements: an online resource for state licensing plus other resources.