Customer ReviewsforCalifornia Southern University

The PsyD program offers a rigorous and pragmatic curriculum, demanding a high level of commitment. I selected CSU's PsyD Program because of its practical and interesting courses, which significantly enhanced my knowledge and practical skills in areas such as motivation, cognition, psychopathology, psychopharmacology, neuropsychology, and research methods. The professors are responsive, knowledgeable, and hold high expectations, contributing to the program's intensity. The faculty of the PsyD program is highly reputable and active in the field, bringing practical experience to the forefront. I took a class from a professor who is indeed a renowned author of a commonly used psych assessment, adding significant credibility to the program. The courses are intentionally designed to prepare the students for the dissertation process. The statistics course required the students to compose a mini research paper from scratch, with the professor providing step-by-step guidance and feedback throughout.The academic advisors do change often and the students need to be proactive. As a virtual program, it requires a strong sense of self-discipline and motivation, reflecting the prevalent trends in modern education. Students are expected to meet weekly reading, discussion, and assignment deadlines consistently, and those unable to do so will likely find this program less attractive and challenging to complete. The stringent requirements emphasize the program's commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

California Southern University mentors I have encountered lack professionalism and lack of communication. I have sent numerous emails asking for help, and the mentors lack providing me with the necessary assistance for the dissertation program. I was told when I enrolled in the program that I would obtain the necessary help from the mentors, and the program was guided to help me succeed in the dissertation program which the mentors lack. California Southern University would need to look into whom they hired to teach their program because the mentors I encountered did not assist me very well in the program, and looking at the schools online reviews confirms other students are experiencing similar issues with communication with the school. The mission statement, integrity, and values of the school did not meet my expectations, and I was expecting more from a higher-learner online education program. No one wants to take accountability for their actions or demonstrate to show me that they care as a paying student at California Southern University. I had no other choice but to withdraw from the program and pursue other endeavors.

I registered for MA in Psychology. There are no real instructions. All you get is a forum and a few preprinted assignments. They tell you to go read a few pages of one of the chapters in the textbook and resolve a deep psychology issue of a woman with abandoning issues and then offer solutions for her troubling marriage. That is, you already need to be an experienced psychoanalyst to be able to do that. As for the teaching you will receive a few links to 5-minute ******* videos by some of the psychologists out there. If you have issues, your mentor will never get back to you. They demand certain things on the assignments but Whatever you submit they will give you full passing score. This is a good school if you are only after a degree but I hope that public is informed about this issue.

My experience with California Southern University is excellent. The staff, accounting ***** have been supportive, and attentive to my academic needs. My professors provide feedback and guidance. I just think that to be a student at Cal Southern University you need to be self directed and self motivated as a scholar/practitioner. This University is growing at a global level, and gradually will continue to grow. Perhaps this may be an opportunity for those who want to learn in a different learning environment.

They deserve negative stars. $1900 for 3 credits and work I was able to complete in 48 hours.Gues what I retained?The only reason I took a course here is because I had to and the head of the department recommended it. After exchanging several emails with an admissions rep, I decided to apply. At no point, did he share that the school has been on a delayed schedule with sending transcripts. An academic colleague shared last year that it had taken a long time to send transcripts, but I figured it was a temporary issue and easily fixable. After completing the course, I submitted a request to have the credits transferred, only to learn they are still on a 30+ day wait period for this. This immediately impacts my income, as it is directly tied to my credentials. Had they been honest, I would have gone with an organized school so that I could move on with my life. Hopefully, an attorney will help resolve this matter quickly,

At first I really enjoyed the program. It was a smooth transition getting into the program. I am learning a lot and I really like the format of the courses and the program. However, during my time as in the program I have had 5 different academic advisors (learner support specialist). I do not know why the department keeps switching my advisors, a few of them are still with the university so I dont know why all the sudden changes. I wish I could keep my advisor. I do not like it. There seems to be a lack of stability within staff and the program overall.

I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at California Southern University in 2020 and had a great experience. I loved the flexibility of the online learning format and found the rigour of the course work to be on par with that of any brick and mortor university. Faculty at the university were very helpful and supportive. Don't be naive and think you can enrol in a doctorate level program and not be challenged. With a high level of motivation and a desire to excel in your field of study, California Southern University is a wonderful option.