Application deadlines at Loma Linda University School of Behavioral Health vary by program and start term. Below you'll find current deadlines for every graduate degree and certificate in the School. Begin your application early—and if you have questions, our team is here to help you find the path that fits your calling.
Last updated July 17, 2026.
Department of Counseling and Family Sciences
Child Life Specialist (MS)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: November 2, 2026
- Apply by: March 12, 2027
Counseling (MS)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: September 1, 2026
- Apply by: March 15, 2027
Drug and Alcohol Counseling (Certificate Online)
Summer 2027
- Applications open: September 15, 2026
- Apply by: January 15, 2027
Marital and Family Therapy (DMFT Online)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: September 1, 2026
- Apply by: March 15, 2027
Marital and Family Therapy (MS Online)
Fall 2027
- Applications now open! No application fee required.
- Apply by: March 1, 2027
Marital and Family Therapy (MS On-Campus)
Fall 2027
- Applications now open! No application fee required.
- Apply by: March 1, 2027
Systems, Families, and Couples (PhD)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: September 1, 2026
- Apply by: March 15, 2027
Department of Psychology
Clinical Psychology PhD
Fall 2027
- Applications open: August 1, 2026
- Apply by: December 1, 2026
Clinical Psychology PsyD
Fall 2027
- Applications open: August 1, 2026
- Apply by: December 1, 2026
Department of Social Work and Social Ecology
Social Work (MSW On-Campus)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: August 15, 2026
- Apply by: February 15, 2027
Social Work (MSW Online)
Winter 2027
- Applications now open! No application fee required.
- Apply by: October 15, 2026
Fall 2027
- Applications open: August 15, 2026
- Apply by: February 15, 2027
Winter 2028
- Applications open: April 15, 2027
- Apply by: October 15, 2027
Social Work (MSW Advanced Standing)
Summer 2027
- Applications open: August 15, 2026
- Apply by: January 15, 2027
Social Work (MSW Online or On-Campus) with Criminal Justice (MS)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: August 15, 2026
- Apply by: February 15, 2027
Doctor of Social Work, Clinical Leadership (DSW Online)
Fall 2027
- Applications open: August 15, 2026
- Apply by: February 15, 2027
Division of Interdisciplinary Studies
Play Therapy (Certificate Online)
Summer 2027
- Applications open: February 1, 2027
- Apply by: April 1, 2027
Fall 2027
- Applications open: February 1, 2027
- Apply by: May 1, 2027
Ready to Apply?
Your future in behavioral health starts here. Whether you're called to child life, counseling, marital and family therapy, psychology, or social work, we're ready to walk alongside you. Start your application today—or request information to learn more about the program that fits your goals.
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