FAQ

Official transcripts from each and every institution must be sent to the admissions office as part of your application. University of Western States accepts transcripts in two different methods:

1. Mailed directly from a prior institution to UWS.

2. Emailed in a password protected format (such as Parchment) to [email protected].

It is your responsibility to ensure that the transcript is downloaded by the recipient within 30 days. A printed copy of an electronic PDF transcript is not official. If you are currently enrolled in courses but will not complete the degree until a future term, do not send an updated transcript until the degree is awarded. At that time, send an updated transcript and the degree confirmation.

UWS accepts students enrolling with a specific entering class and entry date. Written requests to change enrollment to a different entry term will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

No, although the MS Sport and Performance Psychology degree at the University of Western States has two optional concentrations, students are not required to select a concentration in order to earn their degree.

No, earning an MS Sport and Performance Psychology degree will not automatically obtain licensing. However, the MS-SPP will work to prepare students to become Certified Mental Performance Consultants (CMPC®) or Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC).

Financial aid is available for the SPP graduate certificate. Students must be meeting satisfactory academic progress (SAP) and attending at least half-time.

Yes, UWS students can apply up to six courses (24 credits) from the Sport and Performance Psychology graduate certificate program to the MS Sport Performance and Psychology or Doctor of Education Sport and Performance Psychology programs.

UWS features a doctor of education in sport and performance psychology and a doctorate of education in sport and performance psychology, clinical mental health counseling specialization.