Loans
Federal loans are borrowed funds that must be repaid along with the interest that accrues. A federal loan allows the applicant and loan co-sign members to borrow money to help pay for college through federal government programs.
Past Events
Special Events 2010-2011 Academic Year:
The Center for Excellence in Diversity accomplishes several special events and projects aimed at promoting excellence in scholarship:
The Palo Alto University Latino Student Organization (PULSO) is the new Latino student group of Palo Alto University. We are committed to expanding multicultural awareness within the student psychological community through education, collaboration, and service. We welcome students of all cultural backgrounds who are interested in expanding their multicultural awareness and professional competence. As most of you will see in your practicum sites and in your future careers, Latinos are a growing number especially in California. The 2010 U.S.
As director, Dr. Stanley Sue, a pioneer among Asian-American psychologists, will examine PAU’s curriculum and recommend ways to weave more diversity and cultural competence into day-to-day teaching. Among other things, he’ll advise university officials on how to increase minority representation among students and faculty. PAU offers only psychology degrees—doctorate, master’s and bachelor’s—with undergraduates taking non-psychology courses at nearby De Anza College.
Students in the BS Psychology and Social Action program are required to complete a nine-month senior internship as part of their studies. The internship gives students experience with the practical applications of psychology and social action and helps them explore career options.
Please visit the M.A. Counseling pages for information about the Palo AltoUniversity degree program that offers two areas of emphasis to prepare students for Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) and Licensed Professinal Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensing.
Emphasis Areas
Students in the M.A. Counseling program focus on developing and strengthening skills in four core areas as part of the curriculum: assessment, intervention/psychotherapy, research and critical thinking, and ethics and professional practice. The M.A. Counseling program offers flexibility, with students choosing to go full or part-time depending upon their schedules.
Launching in Fall 2014, the M.A. Counseling will offer three emphasis areas: