The Psychological Science M.S. degree prepares students for doctoral training in psychology as well as a variety of research-based professional positions, e.g., behavioral medicine, consumer research, and so on.
Psychological Science M.S.
The master鈥檚 program in Psychological Science offers an outstanding and distinctive graduate education that prepares students for careers in academic and other professional settings.
The program produces graduates who have gained knowledge about a substantive area of psychology, who have the quantitative and methodological expertise to conduct rigorous, cutting-edge research, and who have demonstrated their research skills through the completion of a master鈥檚 thesis.
Psychological Sciences M.S. Degree Requirements
Program requirements include coursework in a broad array of content areas, although students work closely with their faculty advisors to plan programs of study that reflect their own professional interests and goals. As part of their training, students will be expected to complete extensive coursework in statistics and research methodology, reflecting our belief that students who develop skills in these areas will be better prepared to tackle both basic and applied research problems in psychology.
Culminating Experience
Successful completion and oral defense of an empirical thesis.
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How to Apply to Graduate School in Psychology
Making yourself a strong candidate for graduate school requires starting early. A consistent record of academic success, effort, and interest bolsters your chances to stand out to application committees.
Psychology Graduate School Preparation
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Assistant Chair for Graduate Studies: Dr. Brian Wymbs
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