Fairleigh Dickinson University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA - General-Theoretical Psychology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The general-theoretical program is designed to meet the needs of students who wish to prepare for positions in various scientific and professional areas of psychology and related fields or who are looking to strengthen their background in preparation for applying to doctoral programs. The program is expected to take two years to complete for full-time students, but can be completed on a part-time basis for those working full-time.

Accreditation:

Fairleigh Dickinson University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Applicants must submit official transcripts from all post-secondary school academic work. (Note: all former undergraduates of Fairleigh Dickinson University must request their official transcripts from their campus Office of Enrollment Services).
2. Applicants must submit an official score report for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), (the subject test in Psychology is not required).
3. Applicants must have taken (1) general/introductory psychology, (2) statistics and (3) experimental psychology/research methods on either the undergraduate or graduate level.
4. Three letters of recommendation

# of Credits Required:

36

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$1075.00 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999