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Rivier was selected as one of the 鈥渂est for New Hampshire residents鈥� based on criteria such as student outcomes, accessibility, and affordability.

The Forbes Advisor website specifically highlighted 搁颈惫颈别谤鈥檚 exceptional graduation rate, the highest among the programs ranked, and the University鈥檚 third-lowest average tuition, calling it 鈥渙ne of the most accessible schools [Forbes] ranked.鈥� Forbes Advisor provides financial advice, news, and product reviews to help consumers make informed financial decisions.

搁颈惫颈别谤鈥檚 combined doctoral program is one of only a few in the nation designed to integrate both counseling and school psychology. Fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the program offers rigorous education and training aligned with the highest standards in the field. Graduates are prepared to work in a wide range of professional settings including community agencies, independent practices, and public service environments.

鈥淭his recognition is a testament to the strength of our Psy.D. program and our commitment to training mental health professionals equipped to meet the needs of individuals and communities,鈥� says Dr. John Cerio, Interim Dean of Counseling and Psychology. 鈥淲ith APA accreditation and an emphasis on applied learning, our graduates are well-prepared to lead in the evolving behavioral health landscape.鈥�

The program follows a practitioner-scholar model that balances clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation with the empirical foundations of psychology. Students are trained to be critical thinkers and informed practitioners who integrate research with real-world application.

As part of its Go Boldly 2024鈥�2030 strategic plan, Rivier is fully renovating Benoit Hall to create a state-of-the-art training facility for psychology, counseling, and education students. This investment underscores the University鈥檚 commitment to preparing graduates for critical roles in behavioral health.