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About the Master of Science in Psychology Program
The Master of Science in Psychology program prepares students for further study in doctoral programs and professional careers in a variety of careers. The non-thesis option focuses on the breadth of knowledge of psychology, while the thesis option focuses on producing empirical studies or other substantial work that moves the discipline forward by generating new knowledge.
Career Opportunities
- Further study in doctoral programs
- Psychological associate
- Clinical trials/research associate
- Community college instructor
- Human service worker
- Statistical assistant
- State agency counselor
- Behavioral therapist
- Marketing/advertising manager
- Human resource professional
- Public information officer
- Social service counselor
- Job analyst
Application Instructions
- Complete the GradCAS application
- Submit application fee ($49 for domestic; $69 for international)
- Submit the following required documents:
- Official e-transcripts from all US institutions attended are to be sent to GradCAS through their online order portal. If your institution does not have official e-transcripts available, they can be mailed to the GradCAS processing center.
- International Students: Credentialing reports of transcripts from all foreign institutions can be sent electronically through the World Education Services (WES) link in the Academic History section of the application or by mail if using another credentialing agency.
- Provide English-proficiency exam information: TOEFL: 550 (paper-based) or 79 (internet-based), IELTS: 6.0
- Visit the international affairs page for more information.
- Personal statement outlining the reason for applying for this graduate degree, career goals, and research interests.
- Curriculum Vitae or résumé
- Letters from three references
- Supplemental Information Form
- We strongly encourage contacting potential faculty mentor(s) prior to applying to the program to ensure sufficient space in Faculty labs and compatability of research interests. Please select up to three faculty members in ranking order of priority.
- Thesis Track Applicants: This form will also be used to indicate if they would like to be considered for a Graduate Assistantship.
Prerequisites
- 2.75 cumulative GPA
- BA/BS in Psychology or related field
The Department has the right to examine students' prerequisites, accept equivalent hours, or require additional work.
*Students falling below the GPA minimum are encouraged to apply. Students are evaluated holistically based on several criteria.
Program Details
Courses Offered
- Face-to-face
Degree Tracks
- Thesis Track: 30-33 credit hours
- Non-Thesis Track: 36 credit hours
Average Time to Complete: 2 Years
Degree Path: B.B.A.
Associate Professor
Graduate Program Coordinator
Thesis Track
30 cr. hrs. including 6 capstone cr. hrs.: Submission of a thesis, based on the in-depth analysis of a research study.
Course Required
Core Courses
PSYC 5301 - Research Methods and Design
PSYC 5302 - Statistics
PSYC 5303 - Ethics
Biological Aspects of Behavior (1)
PSYC 5310 - Development
PSYC 5311 - Biopsychology
Cognition and Learning (1)
PSYC 5312 - Learning
PSYC 5313 - Cognition
Social Psychology and Emotion (1)
PSYC 5314 - Social Psychology
PSYC 5315 - Motivation and Emotion
History and Systems (1)
PSYC 5316 - History and Systems
PSYC 5317 - Psychological Assessment
Thesis (2 Semesters Required)
PSYC 5305 - Graduate Thesis
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Apply HereNon-Thesis Track
36 cr. hrs. including 3 capstone cr. hrs.: Submission of a literature review or research report, based on a topical study
Course Required
Core Courses
PSYC 5301 - Research Methods and Design
PSYC 5302 - Statistics
PSYC 5303 - Ethics
Biological Aspects of Behavior (1)
PSYC 5310 - Development
PSYC 5311 - Biopsychology
Cognition and Learning (1)
PSYC 5312 - Learning
PSYC 5313 - Cognition
Social Psychology and Emotion (1)
PSYC 5314 - Social Psychology
PSYC 5315 - Motivation and Emotion
History and Systems (1)
PSYC 5316 - History and Systems
PSYC 5317 - Psychological Assessment
Capstone Project
PSYC 5304 - Capstone Project
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