Program Overview
The Educational Psychology at West Virginia University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, 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 education. 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 Educational 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 12,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,797 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Morgantown, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Educational Psychology
- Foundations of Educational Psychlogy
- Introduction to Research
- Statistical Methods I
- Statistical Methods II
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Practicum
- Advanced Topics
- Masters Degree Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.25 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
All applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution. Each applicant is required to submit official transcripts of undergraduate and prior graduate work completed, a 500-word written goal statement, a personal vita, and three letters of recommendations. All applicants must submit official scores for either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogy Test (MAT). The credentials for all applicants are screened by a three member admissions committee of the department.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 12,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,797 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 12,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,797 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact West Virginia University 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 West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States
West Virginia University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-18
- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 24 months