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FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions
about Saybrook Graduate School. If you have any further
questions regarding our degree programs, distance learning
format, admissions process, or if you would like a catalog,
please feel free to contact us at 415-433-9200 or contact
us by e-mail at admissions@saybrook.edu.
How does distance learning work?
Saybrook offers combined face-to-face residential conferences, online courses, independent study,
and individualized mentoring from expert faculty to provide a unique educational approach. This mix
permits close collaboration between faculty and learners, and among learners. Using learning guides,
course readers, and books, students complete writing assignments at home.
The extensive course guide serves as a map, which
takes the student through the course. Students work on learning
assignments under supervision of faculty. The faculty provides
critique, feedback, and suggestions for revisions until assignments
are satisfactorily completed.
Please visit Academics for
more on the Saybrook learning model and to view a sample
Learning Guide.
Is Saybrook accredited?
Saybrook Graduate School is accredited by
the Senior Colleges and Universities Commission of the Western
Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), one of six regional
accrediting agencies recognized by the United States Department
of Education. This nationally recognized accreditation makes
it possible for Saybrook students to qualify for the Federal
Family Education Student Loan Program, as well as programs
and scholarships available through state agencies.
They can be reached at:
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
985 Atlantic Ave., Suite 100
Alameda, CA 94501 Phone:
(510) 748-9001
http://www.wascweb.org/?
Can I get credit for previous academic work or life experience?
Master's level applicants with some graduate
level coursework from a regionally accredited school but who
did not complete their degree, or who hold a Master's degree
in an unrelated field, may transfer in a maximum of 12 units/credits
towards the Saybrook master's degree. Doctoral applicants
with a master's degree in a related field may transfer in
a maximum of 18 units towards a doctoral degree. Transferable
coursework must have been graded A or B or equivalent and
parallel courses offered at Saybrook. No direct credit is
given for life experience, but competency in certain areas
from previous graduate work, independent learning, or work
experience contributes to the pace with which you complete
the programs.
What is the cost?
Visit the Tuition and Fees page for the most
current information. For payment plan information visit the Degree Payment Options page.
When planning the total cost of attending Saybrook, you should also include fees for books, travel, on-line service, and Residential Conferences.
These additional expenses may range, on average, from $2,500 to $4,000 annually.
Do You Offer Scholarships?
Yes, we have offer scholarships for incoming M.A. and PhD students. Please go to
Student Scholarship Program page.
What does the tuition include?
The tuition includes costs for one year's worth of courses. Students have to complete a minimum
of 12-units per year to maintain good academic standing. The tuition also includes Saybrook's administrative services
for students, library resources, materials for conferences, services with faculty, and allows students to register for
classes culminating in a degree. There will be additional expenses for books, room and board at Residential Conferences
and travel costs to attend conferences. These costs vary depending on specifics.
Please visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
Can students apply for a Ph.D. with only a Bachelor's Degree?
Students must complete a Master's degree
before earning a doctorate. If a student completes Saybrook's
31-unit Master's degree, all of those 31-units will transfer
into the 76-unit doctorate program.
How many Independent Study Courses can a student take in one year at Saybrook?
Students can take a maximum of six (6) units
of Independent Study during the Saybrook Master’s program,
and nine (9) units of Independent Study during the Saybrook
Ph.D. program. A maximum of nine (9) units of Independent
Study may be taken in a combined MA and Ph.D. program at Saybrook.
What is the average length of Saybrook's degree programs?
The master's program has an average length
of two years. For students with a Master's degree, the doctoral
program has an average length of four to five years. Since
most programs at Saybrook are self-paced, the length can vary
considerably depending on your previous academic work and
the time you can devote to your studies.
How well respected are Saybrook graduates?
Graduating from a regionally accredited
institution, Saybrook alumni are internationally respected
for their academic accomplishments. Saybrook graduates enjoy
careers as licensed psychologists, university professors,
organizational development consultants, published authors,
scholarly researchers, and in other applied fields.
What is Saybrook's residency requirement?
At the present time, learners must attend two residential conferences in the San Francisco Bay Area held in
January and June of each year. The conferences are approximately one week in length. New students must
attend a five-day residential orientation
(RO) conference in either September or March.
Are Saybrook graduates eligible to pursue state licensure?
Saybrook graduates are licensed psychologists
in various states and Canadian provinces. Students who wish
to pursue licensure are advised to contact the licensing board
in the state/province in which they plan to practice in order
to obtain the detailed requirements. Licensure regulations
differ from state to state. Students should follow the specific
requirements (i.e., courses, faculty contact hours, internship)
in planning and completing their degree program curriculum.
Saybrook does not have an on-site internship program. Students
locate appropriate internships and supervision in their geographic
area, working in conjunction with Saybrook’s Internship
Coordinator.
What are the application deadlines?
Our priority application deadlines dates are May 1st for a fall enrollment and December 15th for a Spring
enrollment. Applications received after these dates will still be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The
financial aid process should be initiated at least three months prior to your proposed enrollment date to
guarantee timely disbursement of tuition funds.
When can I begin the program?
There are two start dates: September and March. You begin the program with attendance at a five-day
new student Residential Orientation (RO). First year students fulfill the first of two annually required
Residential Conferences with attendance at the new student RO.
May I speak with Saybrook students, alumni, and/or faculty?
Please contact Admissions at 415.394.6166 or 415.394.1216 for the admissions directory, or e-mail at
admissions@saybrook.edu if you would like to speak
with students, alumni, and/or faculty. Speaking with someone within the Saybrook community is a great
opportunity to gain a more comprehensive perspective on our psychology and human science degree programs.
For your convenience, our toll-free number is 800-825-4480, or e-mail us at admissions@saybrook.edu |
Please direct all questions and comments to
Saybrook Admissions Office
800.825.4480
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