Psychology, MA

Program Overview

The Psychology MA program addresses personnel needs across the state, region, and nation by offering concentrations in clinical and general psychology.

This concentration provides students with advanced knowledge of psychological principles and research techniques needed for teaching in post-secondary institutions, working in research laboratories or pursuing doctoral-level studies.

Applicants admitted to either the clinical or general concentration will experience a rigorous academic program where students are expected to exhibit ethical behavior, work diligently to develop competencies in the chosen area, complete a thesis and matriculate to degree in two or three years.

Research Opportunities

Graduate students will master research skill sets through their participation in experiences focusing either on qualitative, quantitative or mixed methods. Grantsmanship and research dissemination at conferences and authorship of manuscripts for publication further hone research skills.

Admission Requirements

The requirements for all applicants are as follows:

Online graduate admission application
$50 non-refundable application fee
Two letters of recommendation
Official transcripts of all schools attended (if you earned your degree from a non-U.S. school, please see the international applicant requirements)
At least 30 semester hours in psychology
Statement of purpose/personal statement

Note: The GRE is not required for this program.

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

Application Deadline Dates

U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents

Fall: July 1
Spring: no admission
Summer: no admission

International Applicants

Fall: April 1
Spring: no admission
Summer: no admission

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How to Apply

All individuals who would like to apply to an NC Central graduate program (except the law program) must apply using the correct online graduate admission application.

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