School Psychology EdS

Educational Specialist (EdS) in School Psychology

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Is this program right for you?

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Educational Specialist in School Psychology program is focused on giving you the practical knowledge to become a leader in your school district. After completing our program, you are eligible for school psychologist licensure by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and other state education agencies.

In the first two years of our program, you will be in the classroom full-time, completing coursework within the School of Education
Then, in the third and final year of the program, you will complete a full-time internship in a K-12 school setting where you can apply your new classroom knowledge hands-on
You will be eligible for national certification by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

Education that works for you

The Educational Specialist in School Psychology program at UW–Madison prepares you to earn your license and help children succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.

Program type

Specialist degree

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Degree awarded

Educational Specialist in School Psychology

Commitment

3 years

Tuition

$800 per credit

Format

Evening/weekend

Face-to-face

Credits

66 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program admits for Fall term

Offered by

School of Education

STEM opt eligible

Supports F-1 Visa

Yes

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Application deadlines

Fall 2027

Deadline: December 1, 2026

Fall 2028

Deadline: December 1, 2027

Fall 2029

Deadline: December 1, 2028

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November 18, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Results that work for you

Educational Psychology: Educational Specialist in School Psychology

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The UW–Madison School of Education was ranked first in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Education Graduate Schools rankings — marking the 13th straight year it has been rated among the top five.

U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Education Graduate Schools rankings

What you’ll learn

Become a well-rounded school psychologist with the Educational Psychology: Educational Specialist in School Psychology program. Through a blend of coursework, practice and research, you’ll gain expertise in a variety of areas with a focus on diversity and inclusion in the school environment.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →

Applied behavior analysis in classrooms
Cognitive assessment of children
Social, emotional, and behavioral assessment
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and psychology
School safety and crisis response

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