How to Apply

Start your application

To apply to the Masters in Psychology graduate programs, please submit your application materials by the priority deadline date.

Note: All Psychology programs begin in fall semester only

Application Requirements

Part 1

• Start your application online at CalLutheran.edu/apply.
• Two (2) Recommendation Forms-list recommenders name and contact information in your application.
• Submit Application
• Official transcripts from all regionally accredited 4-year colleges and universities attended and any graduate work. Official transcripts must be ordered and sent directly to Cal Lutheran via certified e-transcript or mail. We recommend e-transcript if available at your institution.

   

         By email:                                                                         By mail:

         If a selection list is available please choose:            California Lutheran University
         California Lutheran University                                     60 West Olsen Road, #2200
         or use the following email address                            Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-2700
         for direct entry: clugrad@callutheran.edu

  
  
  • Official transcripts from college/university where prerequisite courses were completed must also be sent
  • International applicants are required to submit a sealed evaluated transcript from an approved evaluation agency.

Part 2

Log in to your Application Portal after submission of your completed application in order to upload or fill out remaining application materials.

• Personal statement-Please include 2-4 typewritten pages covering significant influences and events which have developed your present values and approach to life. Include ways in which these factors may contribute to preparation of a psychology profession. Also include your personal interests and goals, and your professional objectives as they relate to MFT.
• Prerequisite requirement form-Applicants are required to have at least 3 credit hours of statistics with a grade of B or higher preferred and an additional 9 hours of undergraduate or graduate psychology courses. Courses must have been completed within the last 7 years. Grade of B or better preferred.
• Resume or CV
• $25.00 Online Application fee
• Official GRE Scores
  • Recommended but not required.
• Optional-call 805-493-3325 to schedule a phone or walk-in admission appointment