Program Overview
The Psychology at The State University of New Jersey is a MA 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 27,059 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 27,059 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Newark, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Behavioral Science Research Design
- Multivariate Statistics
- Proseminar
- Research Seminar
- Introduction to Cognitive Neuroscience
- Developmental Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Cognitive Processes
- Perception
- Achievement and Motivation
- Neuroimaging Methods and Theory
- Attachment Theory
- Cognitive Neuroscience of Learning and Memory
- Applied Psychology
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 3.3 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).
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you MUST meet the following pre-requisites 1) Be currently enrolled as a Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N) undergraduate Psychology major, 2) Be entering your second semester of junior year with a minimum of 30 credits completed at RU-N, 3) Have a minimum 3.6 Psychology GPA and minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA at RU-N, and 4) Have earned a minimum grade of A in both 830:301 (Statistical Methods) and 830:302 (Experimental Methods), or the equivalent transfer courses.3 letters of recommendation (one from a Psychology faculty research mentor), official transcripts from all previous institutions (including RU-N junior year fall grades), and a personal statement are required.
TEST REQUIREMENTS
GRE scores are NOT required for the BA/MA Psychology programPERSONAL STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Your personal statement should describe past research and academic experience, interests for future research training in the BA/MA program including why you have chosen to work with your primary faculty mentor, and future plans following the BA/MA program.English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,059 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 27,059 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,059 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 27,059 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey 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 The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-04
- Language English