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Tuition USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Montclair, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Psychology at Montclair State University is a MA programme in Psychology 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 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 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Montclair, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:

  1. Clinical Psychologist
  2. Organisational Psychologist
  3. Researcher
  4. Counsellor
  5. Human Resources Specialist
  6. Behaviour Analyst

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Cognitive Psychology
  2. General Social Psychology
  3. Developmental Psychology
  4. Theories of Learning
  5. Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
  6. Organizational Psychology
  7. Behavioral Neuroscience
  8. Sensation and Perception
  9. Graduate Seminar in Health Psychology
  10. Introduction to Forensic Psychology
  11. Research Methods in Forensic Psychology
  12. Forensic Psychology in Criminal Proceedings
  13. Forensic Psychology in Family Proceedings
  14. Expert Testimony
  15. Special Topics Seminar in Psychology
  16. Independent Study
  17. Abnormal Psychology
  18. Family Systems and Childhood Disorders: A Multicultural Approach

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

As an adult student applicant, your application will be considered based on a holistic review of the required credentials.
  • Official transcripts (high school and/or college, depending on your level of study)
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Standardized test scores if available are optional. (SAT or ACT: Students submitting ACT scores, only, must have also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision.)
  • Additional supporting documentation such as your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, awards, certificates, extra curricular activities
Though they take all factors into consideration when reviewing an adult student application, the Personal Statement is a particularly integral part of the admission process. Your ability to describe your activities and intentions in a clear, concise and thoughtful manner will be evaluated during the application review process. Full consideration and thought should be given to the Personal Statement. When crafting your Personal Statement, you should demonstrate what you have learned both from formal education and from life experiences. The Personal Statement provides you the opportunity to demonstrate the educational value of your experiences and how they should be evaluated against a college curriculum.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Montclair State 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.

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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