Marshall Psy.D. program achieves 100% internship placement rate for clinical psychology students

April 10, 2026 - 04:52

Marshall University’s Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) program has achieved a remarkable milestone, boasting a 100% internship placement rate for its most recent cohort. Every student participating in the national match process successfully secured a full-time, accredited clinical psychology internship position at sites across the country.

This perfect match rate underscores the program's strength in preparing future clinicians for competitive professional placements. Internships are a critical, required component of doctoral training in clinical psychology, involving a full year of supervised practice. Securing a position is a highly competitive national process, making a 100% success rate a significant indicator of the program's quality and the preparedness of its students.

Faculty credit the achievement to the program's rigorous curriculum, which integrates extensive practical experience with a strong scholarly foundation. Students gain hands-on training at the university’s in-house psychology clinic and various community partnerships long before entering the national match. This comprehensive preparation ensures graduates are not only ready to embark on their final internship year but are also well-positioned for impactful careers in mental health services, research, and academia. The accomplishment highlights Marshall's growing reputation as a leading institution for training competent and compassionate health service psychologists.