California School of Professional Psychology

What California School of Professional Psychology does

CSPP (the California School of Professional Psychology) is one of five wholly-owned schools within Alliant University, a private higher education institution founded in 1924 and headquartered in San Diego. CSPP itself offers APA-accredited Clinical Psychology PhD and PsyD programs, alongside Marital and Family Therapy (PhD and PsyD) and master's programs in Clinical Counseling, Organizational Psychology, Clinical Psychopharmacology, and Social Work; it is recognized as the #1 nationwide provider of licensed clinical psychologists and operates as part of Alliant's broader system that also includes the California School of Education, California School of Management and Leadership, California School of Forensics Studies, and School of Nursing and Health Sciences. The institution serves adult learners and working professionals pursuing licensure in mental health, education, healthcare, business, and forensic disciplines, delivered across seven physical campuses in California and Arizona plus a rapidly scaling online and hybrid modality now representing over 60% of total enrollment.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees across undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs, supplemented by facilitation of federal student loans, grants, and institutional scholarships through a financial aid services function. Pricing follows an annual subscription-like billing cadence with rates subject to change, and the institution markets itself under a "25/25 Commitment" positioning itself in the top quartile of licensure and completion outcomes while targeting the bottom quartile of tuition among comparable programs. Distribution combines physical campuses with online and hybrid delivery, supported by dedicated admissions counselors and a 1,200+ clinical placement partner network spanning clinics, hospitals, and school districts.

Operationally, the institution is undergoing a multi-year strategic restructuring called Project Evolve, which includes consolidating three smaller branch campuses (Irvine, Fresno, Emeryville) into flagship locations and online delivery, opening a new Sacramento flagship campus in January 2026 and a rapidly expanding Phoenix campus for the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, and launching five new academic programs (Occupational Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis, MS Clinical Psychology, Speech-Language Pathology, and a low-residency PsyD) between 2026 and 2027. The organization is debt-free, certified as a B Corporation/Public Benefit Institution, and received one of the highest financial responsibility scores from the U.S. Department of Education for 2025, signaling financial durability alongside its expansion and consolidation strategy.

Name

California School of Professional Psychology

Legal name

Alliant University

Website

https://alliant.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Short description

CSPP at Alliant University is a private higher education institution founded in 1924 that delivers APA-accredited doctoral programs in clinical psychology and related licensure-track degrees to adult learners seeking professional practice in mental health, education, healthcare, business, and forensics across seven California and Arizona campuses plus online.

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Product category

Higher Education - Professional Psychology and Mental Health Degrees

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Behavioral Health & Counseling (Social Work, Psychology, Substance Use CE) (EDAAALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Education Professionals (Teacher/Administrator CE, CPD) (EDAAALAE), School Psychology Services & Psychoeducational Support (EDAKAMAC)

Keywords

• Professional psychology degrees
• Clinical psychology training
• Mental health licensure programs
• Graduate professional education
• Higher education services

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue generated from tuition and fees for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across psychology, education, nursing, business, and forensic studies disciplines. Programs offered at physical campuses and through online delivery.
2. Financial Aid Services: Facilitates federal student loans, grants, and institutional scholarships for students. Federal financial aid available primarily through federal student loans; international students may qualify for scholarships at San Diego or Irvine campuses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) at Alliant University delivers APA-accredited doctoral and master's degree programs in clinical psychology, marital and family therapy, counseling, organizational psychology, and clinical psychopharmacology, preparing adult learners for licensure as mental health professionals. Operating as part of a five-school university, CSPP and its sister schools also offer credentials and degrees in education, business and technology, forensic studies, and nursing and health sciences, delivered via on-campus, online, and hybrid formats across California and Arizona.

Product overview

California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) at Alliant University is one of the largest providers of licensed clinical psychologists and mental health professionals in the United States. The institution operates as a multi-school university with five distinct schools offering degree programs across psychology, education, business and technology, forensics, and nursing and health sciences. CSPP specifically focuses on doctoral programs (PhD and PsyD) in clinical psychology, marital and family therapy, and organizational psychology, along with master's programs in clinical counseling and related fields. The institution emphasizes professional preparation with licensure-aligned programs, clinical placements, and experiential learning. Programs are delivered through campus-based, online, and hybrid modalities across California, Arizona, and online platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP): One of the largest providers of licensed clinical psychologists in the nation; APA-accredited PhD and PsyD programs in clinical psychology
• California School of Education (CSOE)
• California School of Management and Leadership (CSML)
• California School of Forensics Studies (CSFS)
• School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS)
• Project Evolve
• Alliant+

Products and services

• California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) Doctoral and master's degree programs in clinical psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, organizational psychology, and clinical psychopharmacology, preparing students for licensure as mental health professionals. APA-accredited Clinical Psychology PhD and PsyD programs.
• Clinical Psychology (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), preparing students for clinical psychologist licensure.
• Clinical Psychology (PsyD) Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology accredited by the APA, focused on clinical practice preparation.
• Marital and Family Therapy (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy in Marital and Family Therapy for advanced research and clinical practice.
• Marital and Family Therapy (PsyD) Doctor of Psychology in Marital and Family Therapy emphasizing clinical application, accredited by COAMFTE.
• Industrial and Organizational Psychology (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial and Organizational Psychology for workplace and organizational settings.
• Clinical Counseling (MA) Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling preparing students for licensure in mental health counseling; CACREP accredited.
• Marital and Family Therapy (MA) Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy for marriage and family therapy licensure; COAMFTE accredited.
• Organizational Psychology (MA) Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology focusing on workplace psychology and behavior.
• Clinical Psychopharmacology (MS) Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology for prescriptive psychology practice.
• Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Social Work degree for clinical social work licensure; CSWE accredited.
• School Counseling with PPS Credential (MAE) Master of Arts in Education with School Counseling and Pupil Personnel Services credential for California school counselor preparation.
• School Psychology with PPS Credential (MAE) Master of Arts in Education with School Psychology and PPS credential for school psychologist licensure.
• Education (MAE) Master of Arts in Education for California teaching credentials and advanced education practice.
• Applied Behavior Analysis (MS) Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis for behavior analysis certification; launching in 2026 per Project Evolve.
• Educational Leadership and Management (EdD) Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Management for educational administration.
• Educational Psychology (PsyD) Doctor of Psychology in Educational Psychology focusing on learning and development.
• Multiple Subject Teaching Credential California-approved Multiple Subject Teaching Credential for elementary education.
• Single Subject Teaching Credential California-approved Single Subject Teaching Credential for secondary education subject areas.
• Education Specialist Instruction, Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential California Education Specialist Instruction Credential for mild/moderate disabilities special education.
• Administrative Services Credential California Administrative Services Credential for school administrators.
• CTEL Leading to CLAD Certificate California Teachers of English Learners (CTEL) certificate leading to Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) authorization.
• Bilingual Authorization California Bilingual Authorization for bilingual education teaching.
• Business Administration (MBA) Master of Business Administration degree focused on business leadership and management skills.
• Business Administration (DBA) Doctor of Business Administration degree available online, focused on advanced business research and practice.
• Data Analytics (MS) Master of Science in Data Analytics providing skills in data analysis, visualization, and business intelligence.
• Healthcare Analytics (MS) Master of Science in Healthcare Analytics focusing on data-driven decision making in healthcare settings.
• Information Systems Technology (MS) Master of Science in Information Systems Technology covering technology management and information systems.
• Organizational Leadership (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership available online, emphasizing research and leadership theory.
• Forensic Behavioral Science (MS) Master of Science in Forensic Behavioral Science for work in forensic and legal settings.
• Forensic Science, Investigation, and Technology (MS) Master of Science combining forensic science, investigation methods, and technology applications.
• Psychology, Public Policy and Law (PhD) Doctor of Philosophy bridging psychology, public policy, and legal systems.
• Fundamentals of Correctional Psychology Certificate Certificate program covering fundamentals of correctional psychology practice.
• Fundamentals of Correctional Psychology with Assessment Certificate Certificate program covering correctional psychology with assessment components.
• Fundamentals of Military and Veterans Psychology Certificate Certificate program covering military and veterans psychology practice.
• Nursing (BSN) Bachelor of Science in Nursing for registered nurse licensure; CCNE accredited.
• Nursing, Direct Entry (MSN) Master of Science in Nursing Direct Entry for non-nursing bachelor's holders to become nurses; inaugural cohort achieved 100% first-time NCLEX pass rate (Dec 2025).
• Nursing, Nurse Executive (MSN-NE) MSN Nurse Executive program for nursing leadership and administration roles.
• Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) Master of Occupational Therapy preparing students for occupational therapy licensure; launching in 2026 per Project Evolve.
• MBA with a Concentration in Hospitality Management Joint MBA concentration with the Vatel Institute of Hospitality Management.
• Executive-Style MBA Executive-style MBA program offered through EduConnect USA.

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• UCSD Medical CenterminorOthersClinical practicum site for psychology students providing diverse patient experiences in integrated health psychology settings. Students work with patients presenting unique medical and behavioral challenges.
• Vatel Institute of Hospitality ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint partnership offering MBA with Concentration in Hospitality Management through the Vatel Institute.
• Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE)coreOthersCalifornia state regulatory agency. Alliant is approved to operate by BPPE, meaning the institution is compliant with minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009.
• 1,200+ Clinical Placement Partners (Clinics, Hospitals, School Districts)coreOthersExtensive network of clinical placement partnerships providing students with real-world training opportunities including clinics, hospitals, and school districts across various program areas.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• University of Southern California (USC): Major California private research university with highly ranked doctoral programs in clinical psychology, education (Rossier), and social work. Competes for the same high-caliber California graduate applicants as Alliant.
• Pepperdine University: California private non-profit university with strong graduate psychology programs and education credentials. Larger, more established brand that competes with Alliant for California psychology/education graduate students.

Direct peers

• Fielding Graduate University: Non-profit graduate university offering doctoral and master's programs in clinical psychology, organizational psychology, and education, with a primarily online/low-residency model. Comparable in mission and modality mix to Alliant/CSPP.
• National University: San Diego-based private non-profit university with year-round online and on-site programs in education, nursing, business, and health professions. Highly comparable in California footprint, online pivot, and professional credentialing focus.
• Walden University: For-profit online university with extensive graduate programs in psychology (including CACREP-accredited counseling), education, and nursing. Highly comparable online-modality, working-adult-learner, and licensure-aligned model.
• University of Phoenix: Large for-profit online university offering doctoral and master's programs in psychology, education, nursing, and business. Direct competitor in Alliant's online adult-learner segment, especially for working professionals.
• Antioch University: Non-profit private university system with psychology, education, and health sciences programs delivered across multiple campuses and online. Similar multi-school structure and professional practice orientation to Alliant.
• Palo Alto University: Private, non-profit graduate institution in California focused on APA-accredited clinical psychology PhD/PsyD programs, plus counseling and social work. Direct peer in California for clinical psychology training and online delivery.
• The Chicago School of Professional Psychology: Non-profit professional psychology university offering APA-accredited doctoral clinical psychology, counseling, and MFT programs with multiple U.S. campuses and online delivery. The closest direct peer to Alliant's CSPP, with the same purpose-built licensure-aligned model.

Emerging players

• Saybrook University: Non-profit graduate university with APA-accredited PhD/PsyD programs in clinical psychology, plus humanistic and organizational programs. A smaller, niche peer that competes in the same low-residency/online psychology doctoral market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/alliant-international-university
• Instagraminstagram.com/alliantu
• TikToktiktok.com/@alliantuniversity

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