B.S. in Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology is a Joint Degree Program with Rutgers University School of Health Related Professions (Rutgers-SHP). The program produces graduates ready to work with persons with mental illness and other disabilities. Graduates are also prepared to go on to graduate studies in counseling or social work.

The program involves five semesters (75 credits) taken at Felician University and three semesters (45 credits) at Rutgers’ Scotch Plains campus for a total of 120 credits. Students accepted to the program can take course work on either a full-time or a part-time basis. For the professional phase of the program, students apply to Rutgers. A Rutgers/Felician University joint admission committee will identify candidates to whom admission will be offered. Students in the pre-professional phase of the program are advised by faculty of Felician University’s Psychology Department.

Students admitted to the Joint Program must complete all required general education and psychology course with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a GPA of 3.0 in their psychology major requirements prior to the start of the Professional Phase of the Joint Program. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation and a strong personal statement.

Students will be responsible for meeting all Rutgers’ requirements including health and immunization requirements, completion of Technical Standards/Essential Functions form, Criminal Background Check and all additional required enrollment forms and activities. Students will be required to complete the SHP orientation online and attend a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Department orientation, which are scheduled the semester prior to the beginning of the Professional Phase of the Joint Program(s). Failure to attend or fulfill any of the Rutgers’ requirements may preclude admission to classes.

Directions to Apply for the Rutgers-Felician University Joint B.S. Degree Program in Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology

You should apply in the Spring semester of your Sophomore year or in the Fall of your Junior year.

Deadline for applications: To begin Psychiatric Rehabilitation classes in the spring semester apply by October 15th; to begin Psych Rehab classes in the fall apply by May 15th.

All of the following items must be included in your admissions packet:

1. A completed SHP application form. This form is included in an application packet that you can obtain from your advisor. It can also be downloaded and printed from the link below: http://SHP.rutgers.edu/prospective_students/admissions/index.html
   • IMPORTANT NOTES:
     • Please do NOT submit the online version of the SHP application.
     • There is NO application fee for Rutgers-SHP Joint Degree Programs (even though it is mentioned on the application form); Please do NOT enclose payment.
2. Two (2) letters of recommendation from professors or professionals who can attest to your academic and/or work experience (at least 1 should be from a college professor). Letters must be submitted in sealed envelopes that are signed across the seal by the recommender.
3. A completed personal statement that focuses on your professional goals and your reasons for choosing the Dual Major Program in Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Psychology. Personal statements must be typed and are typically 2-3 pages (double spaced) in length.
4. An Official transcript from Felician University (for the courses completed so far) as well as any other colleges and universities that you have attended. To be admitted students should have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a GPA of 3.0 in their psychology major requirements prior to the start of the Professional Phase of the Joint Program.

All information should be collected by the applicant and sent in a single packet to:

• Nora Barrett
• Rutgers-SHP
• Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation & Counseling Professions : Room 323 1776 Raritan Road
• Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

If you have questions, contact Professor Barrett at:

• 908-889-2431 or nora.barrett@SHP.rutgers.edu

Program length:  48 months (based on full-time enrollment)