The Psychology Department and beautiful UM campus sit at the foot of Mt. Sentinel. Our campus is flanked by mountains, rivers, and recreational areas. Missoula is a culturally vibrant community with farmer's markets, art fairs, concerts, college sports, skiing, mountain biking, a symphony, and year-round events.The mission of school psychologists is to promote an educationally and psychologically healthy environment for all children and youth by implementing research- and evidence-based programs that prevent problems, enhance independence and promote optimal learning. Our Ph.D. program has an in-depth focus on research and extends training to provide clinical skills and prepare students for a wide variety of careers options, such as academia, schools, hospitals and clinical settings, and private practice.The School Psychology Ph.D. Program at the University of Montana is dedicated to training psychologists in the scientist-practitioner model, understanding of empirical research and how theory influences the clinician's best practice in service delivery. Students in the program obtain extensive background knowledge in psychology through a variety of coursework, providing them with foundational knowledge in human behavior and practical exposure to evidence-based interventions.<br><br>To promote an educationally and psychologically healthy environment for all children and youth by implementing research-based, effective programs that prevent problems, enhance independence and promote optimal learning.To value and respect human diversity, defined by the rich spectrum of cultural, physical, and cognitive differences, family configurations, sexual orientations, socioeconomic status, and exceptionalities.To work together to produce and disseminate knowledge in our field that supports the long-term well-being of our diverse society.