Josephine is an undergraduate student who wants to increase her odds of getting into a clinical psychology graduate program. Based on recommendations provided in the textbook, which of the following is the best advice you could provide to Josephine?

Question

A. Avoid undergraduate courses in statistics and research methodology. These classes often lower an applicant’s GPA.
B. Get to know your professors. Build a positive, professional relationship with them so they can write meaningful, persuasive letters of recommendation for you.
C. Limit yourself to one road to becoming a clinical psychologist. For example, once you have decided you want to earn a PhD from a scientist-practitioner program, do not consider other training options.
D. Do not seek out clinically relevant experience while being an undergraduate. Graduate programs prefer to train “fresh” graduate students, not students who have already acquired some skills through part-time experiences.

Answer 1

B. Get to know your professors. Build a positive, professional relationship with them so they can write meaningful, persuasive letters of recommendation for you.