Have questions? No worries, we are here to help! Please see below for a list of the most common questions we get asked. If your question isn't listed, contact the department.
For the General MA program, the minimum GPA is 2.75. For the Forensic program, the minimum GPA is 3.0. Applicants may also submit GRE scores (general and/or subject tests) to support their application, although the GRE is not required for admission to any of our programs
No, we only admit in Fall. The deadline to apply is FEBRUARY 15, 2024 for both the MA and Forensic programs
Each program requires three (3) letters of recommendation, at least two (2) of which should be from academic sources.
Letters of recommendation should come from individuals who are familiar with your academic and your professional abilities. For example, a professor, lecturer, or advisor. Each of our programs requires that at least two (2) of your letters be from academic sources. Applicants who have been out of college for more than five years may use either academic or professional recommendations.
No, you do not need to have a BA or BS in psychology in order to apply. However, the program committee will still want to know why you are applying to our department, if you have any research or training in the field of psychology, and that you have a good understanding of the program you are applying to. These questions should be addressed in your personal statement/letter of intent. If you are admitted, you will also be required to complete a prerequisite program consisting of 23 units of psychology coursework before beginning the master's program
Make sure you review the Faculty Areas of Interest. You may also contact the faculty member via email to inquire about mentoring with that faculty member.
Please make sure you review the specific questions that are being asked by each program. Each application packet will also list the word count or the number of pages your statement should be.
In order to keep costs down, we no longer print any application or information packets. All of the information regarding our graduate programs, including the applications, can be found on our website.
Yes, we keep applications on file for 1 year. After receiving your deny letter, send an email to our Graduate Assistant stating that you are reapplying and would like to use some or all the documents from your previous application. It is also helpful to contact the Director of the program to find out why your application was denied and if there are ways to strengthen your application for the next cycle.
It is very important that international students check with the Graduate Admissions Office and find out what additional materials/documents are needed. Please note that any necessary deadlines for submission of all materials or documents.
There is no need to secure a mentor before applying to the MA program. However, it is strongly recommended that you address the question about your area of specialization and that you indicate faculty members in the department with whom you would like to work with. Make sure you review the Faculty Areas of Interest.
No, the department does not accept applications via email. The only application that you can submit online is to the University here.