Training compassionate clinical psychologists to meet Idaho’s growing mental health needs.
Launching Fall 2026 | ISU Meridian
Idaho State University’s new Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program prepares students for licensure as clinical psychologists, with a strong focus on serving rural and underserved communities.
Rooted in ISU’s leadership in health care education, the PsyD program combines rigorous academic study with hands-on clinical training to meet one of Idaho’s most urgent needs: mental and behavioral health care access.
Students will gain real-world experience through supervised practicum and internship placements while developing expertise in areas like integrated behavioral health and rural psychology.
Why Choose ISU’s PsyD?
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Hands-On Clinical Training
Gain supervised experience in real clinical settings from your first year onward. -
Specialized Focus on Rural Mental Health
Prepare to make a difference in Idaho’s underserved and rural communities. -
Integrated Behavioral Health Track
Train to collaborate with primary care providers in holistic, patient-centered settings. -
Small Cohort Size
Benefit from personalized mentorship, faculty access, and a close-knit learning community. -
Part of Idaho’s Leading Health University
Join a university known for health care education, community partnerships, and statewide impact.
Explore the Program
Learn more about what makes our PsyD program unique:
Program Location
ISU Meridian Health Science Center
1311 E. Central Dr. | Meridian, Idaho
Serving the Treasure Valley and beyond
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Applications for Fall 2026 are now open. The application due date is March 1, 2026 in order to be considered for the August 2026 start date.
Stay informed and connect with our admissions team:
📧 Contact: Dr. Joshua Swift, PsyD Program Chair
📞 Phone: 208-282-3445
✉️ Email: joshuaswift@isu.edu
“Now more than ever, the need exists for enhanced mental and behavioral health care for the citizens of Idaho, and the PsyD program allows clinicians to train and practice where the need is greatest.”
President Robert Wagner
Addressing the Need
A new Doctorate of Psychology program has been approved by the Idaho State Board of Education, launching in Fall 2026
ISU to launch new doctoral program in psychology
Article published in Idaho Business Review, August 28, 2025