Psy.D - Roosevelt University vs. Loyola University, Maryland

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I've been accepted to PsyD programs at: Roosevelt University and Loyola University, Maryland and am STRUGGLING to decide where to go.

I think I'd like to focus on integrated health care and pediatrics. I don't know which program to choose! Price wise, both programs are similar. Outcome wise they're pretty similar too. I've looked at APA internship match rates, EPPP pass rates, etc etc. 

If you're familiar with these institutions beyond their online stats and have any thoughts, guidance, or advice to offer me, I'd really appreciate it. Especially if you're familiar with pediatrics, integrated health care, or how these programs are perceived within the field of psychology. Looking for some insider perspective! Thank you! 

What's causing the indecision: 

1. Loyola has their own clinic that you're placed in for your first two years, providing you with two years of generalist training before you apply to external practicum. Roosevelt does not have their own clinic. Students apply to external placements from year 1. This is more work for students but does seem to allow students the ability to 'specialize' early on. So, does going to a program with their own clinic hurt or help in the long run? If you have any advice on this issue in particular, that would be fantastic. 

2. Roosevelt appears to place a bit more emphasis on participating in research. I think this is important and helpful when it comes to internship placement. 

3. Roosevelt's tuition is based on units (not a flat fee like Loyola) AND their tuition rates are subject to change every year, making estimating yearly costs for the entire program a bit complicated, if not impossible. Roosevelt cannot tell me by how much tuition rates may change between years. Thus, I am concerned but accruing unexpected costs.

 P.S. I did post this as a reply in response to other topics but am hoping this post reaches more folks who can offer me advice. I apologize for the repetition. Any thoughts would be helpful! Thank you!

Edited April 10, 2019 by PsychGo