The Wright Institute
Berkeley, CA2728 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704-1796
510-841-9230
The Wright Institute is a private, non-profit, graduate school of psychology located in Berkeley, California. The school was founded in 1968 by Dr. Paul Wright and Dr. Lois Wright, who were among the first to bring a humanistic approach to psychology. The Wright Institute has been accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1974 and offers programs leading to the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree in Clinical Psychology.
The Wright Institute's programs are based on the belief that psychology should be used to promote human welfare and that psychologists should be trained as scientist-practitioners. The school's curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers as psychologists in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and community mental health centers.
The Wright Institute's faculty is composed of psychologists who are experts in their respective fields and who are committed to teaching and mentoring students. The school's small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio provide an intimate learning environment that fosters close relationships between students and faculty.
The Wright Institute's PsyD program is a full-time, four-year program that includes coursework, practica, and a doctoral dissertation. The program's curriculum is based on the scientist-practitioner model and emphasizes the development of clinical research skills. Students in the PsyD program are required to complete a one-year internship prior to graduation.
The Wright Institute's clinical training program is based on the belief that psychologists should be trained to work with a wide range of clients in a variety of settings. The program provides students with exposure to a variety of clinical populations and settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and community mental health settings. Students in the clinical training program are required to complete a one-year internship prior to graduation.
The Wright Institute is accredited by the American Psychological Association. The school's PsyD program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association. The Wright Institute is also a member of the Association of American Universities.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 514
Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://www.wi.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.wi.edu/tuition-financial-aid