William James College

William James College is a private, nonprofit graduate institution located in Newton, Massachusetts, specializing in psychology and mental health education. Founded in 1974 as the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, the college was renamed William James College in 2015 to honor the pioneering American psychologist and philosopher. The institution offers doctoral, master's, and certificate programs in areas including clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, organizational psychology, and forensic psychology. The college emphasizes experiential, practitioner-focused training, integrating classroom instruction with supervised clinical practice through its campus-based clinics and community partnerships. It prepares students for careers as licensed psychologists, counselors, school psychologists, and leaders in behavioral health and organizational settings, with a strong commitment to serving diverse communities.