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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]A few thoughts, as a psychologist (PhD):

-Think carefully about what you want to do with the degree, and whether an MSW would suffice.  They're considerably cheaper than a PsyD and equally if not more respected.

-Think VERY carefully about getting a PsyD from a local program.  The only option is really GW, and that one is mediocre at best.  [b]Stay the hell away from Argosy or other for-profit institutions.  That the APA accredits these programs is shameful.[/b]

-You say you're not mobile: consider that part of the program is not only coursework and externships but a year long internship.  Local internship sites are extremely competitive, and most applicants don't limit themselves geographically.  If you do, that might mean compromising on internship quality, e.g., taking a non-APA accredited internship, which can negatively impact your long-term career prospects.

-You're not too old to make the switch, and depending on what you want to do, your JD/MBA could serve you well.  But see above and, again, tread carefully.[/quote]

I cannot stress that point in bold enough! I went there and it is my life's greatest regret. I am still in debt to them and I wish there was a way to prove that they are not what they advertise so I could discharge my 100s of student loans! That program should not exist. Do not waste time or money to even research that so called institution. I really wished there was enough interest to start a law suit against them for how they bury their students with false hope and pretty much a lifetime of student loan debt.

It's a lot more than just making a decision. The school promotes ideas and pushes trends on the students that basically forces you to stay because you know you've already started so you want to finish. It's like crossing a river halfway and then you realize that there's a free fall straight ahead, but there's no paddles for you to backtrack so you have no choice but to let the boat drift and fall forward hoping for the best outcome. That's been my experience. [/quote]

Ugh so sorry! [/quote]

Yes, this is a shame. I am a NP and also a PsyD who would echo what the others have posted---especially considering if a Masters level program can get you to your career goals. I had a very different experience at Argosy, though that was a decade ago. I matched with my first choice, highly sought after APA-accredited internship, passed the EPPP on my first try with flying colors, and now make well over 6 figures (not in private practice). I do have about 130k in student loans, which really sucks, but I ma doing what I love. Arogsy has changed a lot in the last decade though so I would be cautious. I would look into GW or Loyola, ut only after you consider whether a LCSW or LCPC is sufficient. [/quote]

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