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Psychology M.S.

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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.

Psychology M.S. Courses

19%job growth for psychologists projected for 2014 - 2024

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At a Glance

DegreeMaster of Science
Length24 months
Start Terms

Fall only

Application Deadline

March 1 

FormatOn Campus
Credits48 credits, including a 16-credit research component
Full-time9 credits per semester
Tuition

$991 per credit (2020-2021); $175 lab fee (per semester)

Average Class Size12 students or less
Work Experience

Not required for admission

HousingWhile 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 AssistantshipsThe 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.