Program Overview
The Applied Developmental Psychology at University of Pittsburgh is a MSc programme in Psychology, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Developmental Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,389 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 838 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Developmental Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Child and Youth Work
- Behavioral Health in Schools and Communities
- Children with Special Health Care Needs (with Child Life option)
- Applied Research Methods for Child and Youth Serving Organizations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed School of Education Admissions Application.
- A non-refundable application fee of $50 (USD) by credit card, check, or money order payable to \'University of Pittsburgh\'.
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate work.
- Official, third-party evaluation of all international transcripts for applicants who have not received a master\'s degree within the United States. We strongly recommend using World Education Services (WES) to complete this service.
- A bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university. A baccalaureate degree in social science (e.g., child development, education, sociology, psychology, anthropology) is preferred. However, students holding degrees in natural sciences, health care, or liberal arts are also encouraged to apply.
- A QPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale is required. Applicants who fall below this standard may be considered for provisional graduate status if very strong supporting evidence of their ability to complete a graduate program is provided.
- Fulfillment of all prerequisites.
- A two to four page written statement of professional experiences, career goals, and interests that includes specific identification of the program concentration in which you may be interested.
- Three letters of recommendation from professionals who can attest to your academic achievement and potential for graduate study and/or professional work. At least one letter should be from an academic reference who describes previous academic performance and potential for graduate-level study. Personal references (e.g. from family members, friends, and/or casual acquaintances) are not considered appropriate and will not be accepted.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,389 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 838 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,389 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 838 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pittsburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Pittsburgh
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