Psychology M.S.

Overview

At Saint Joseph’s University, the M.S. in Psychology offers students a general curriculum of study with an emphasis on experimental psychology. In this full-time program, you will be trained to independently design and conduct psychological studies, analyze and interpret data and professionally communicate the findings of these studies.

Your graduate study will be composed of core and elective courses in topics such as biopsychology, memory, social psychology and many other specialized areas of research. In addition to stimulating coursework, you will attend colloquia and lab meetings and conduct scientific research alongside faculty mentors.

Note: The GRE requirement for the Pscyhology M.S. is being waived through 2021.

Psychology M.S. Courses

19%job growth for psychologists projected for 2014 - 2024

Bureau of Labor Statistics

Program Director

Jodi Mindell, Ph.D.

Professor, Director of Graduate Program

223 Post Hall

610-660-1806

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At a Glance

Degree	Master of Science
Length	24 months
Start Terms	Fall only
Application Deadline and Requirements	Application Deadline: March 1 The GRE is typically required for this program, however we are waiving this requirement through 2021. For those that wish to submit, the GRE must be taken within the last seven years. The GRE test score submission code is 2801
Format	On Campus
Credits	48 credits, including a 16-credit research component
Full-time	9 credits per semester
Tuition	$991 per credit (2020-2021); $175 lab fee (per semester)
Average Class Size	12 students or less
Work Experience	Not required for admission
Housing	While most of our graduate students commute, there are resources available for those interested in living on-campus, or in near-by off-campus housing.
Opportunities in Psychology	PhD and medical programs; careers as a psychologist, social scientist or academic
Graduate Assistantships	The department of psychology offers graduate assistantships to students in their second year of the program. Students apply for these positions at the end of their first year. Current graduate assistantships provide a stipend and full tuition remission. Other graduate assistantships are available for both first and second year students in other departments. Please contact the program director for availability.
Discount Eligibility	Alumni of Saint Joseph's are eligible to receive 10% off the cost of this program through our alumni discount. Completed a year or more of service with a recognized service organization? You may be eligible for our mission discount. Check with your employer to see if they are an Edcor or a Bright Horizons EdAssist member, which may entitle you to a discount on graduate programs. *note - discounts cannot be combined.
Veterans	SJU is a yellow ribbon school that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

Organization Development and Leadership (ODL) M.S.

The Organization Development and Leadership (ODL) M.S. from Saint Joseph’s University is designed for professionals who want to lead change and create company culture. Offered on campus or online with four concentration options including diversity, belonging and inclusion, this 24-month master's program is an affordable $905 per credit.