How many years in college does it take to become a adolescent psychologist?

Becoming an adolescent psychologist requires a significant amount of education beyond a bachelor's degree. It typically takes a minimum of 7 years after high school:

* 4 years: Bachelor's degree (in psychology or a related field)

* 4 years: Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology with a specialization in adolescent psychology) A 5-year program is also possible, depending on the university and program structure.

An internship is also a significant component of the doctoral program, and is usually completed during the final year(s). After that, many states also require a post-doctoral residency or supervised experience before licensure.