Healing Through the Power of Art

Earn Your PhD in Art Therapy

First Doctoral art therapy class graduates

As one of only two PhD Art Therapy Psychology programs in the country, Dominican's PhD Art Therapy program attracts a diverse student body from throughout the United States and overseas. Graduates are contributing to the local, national, and international development and recognition of the profession, and are leaders in advancing the theoretical, research, and clinical foundations of Art Therapy. 

The Art Therapy Psychology program at Dominican has been granted WSCUC approval by the WASC Senior College and University Commission.

Program Highlights

  • A vibrant alumni network and close relationships with organizations such as the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), California Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (CAMFT), and the Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB).
  • Small class sizes and individual faculty advising prepare students for successful careers.
  • Advisory Council of Agency Supervisors for practicum training.
  • Continuing education unit (CEU) training available.

The graduate Art Therapy Psychology programs offer robust education with a special emphasis on clinical practicum, art-based research, cultural humility, and international art therapy.

Gigi Gokcek, Dean, School of Liberal Arts and Education

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2026-2027 Tuition and Fees

Application DeadlinesTuition Rate Per Unit*UnitsFormat and Length
Fall: 
June 1

Cohorts begin every 
other fall (2027, 2029, etc.).

 		$1,09452In-person
36 months
For applicants requesting an appointment with the faculty, please contact Lisa Hinz at lisa.hinz@dominican.edu.

*Tuition and fees are set by the Dominican University of California Board of Trustees and may change at any time. Subsequent year calculations reflect a projected 3% annual increase.

Scholarships

Scholarships and grants are types of aid that do not have to be repaid and that can help to directly reduce your tuition expenses. Contact your admissions counselor for more information.

Below you will find some of the courses you would be taking as an Art Therapy student:

  • Art as a Way of Knowing: I-V
  • Philosophical Foundations
  • Theoretical Approaches
  • Art Therapy Practices: I-IV
  • Practicum: I-VI
  • Research: I-VII

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