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Master of Arts [M.A] [Psychology] From American University

Washington, District of ColumbiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1893established year
13858enrollment
Private (Not for Profit)
Partner [1 Courses]
7.6/10

Master of Arts [M.A] (Psychology)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #401 out of 621 by THE Global Ranking 2024

$57,660 /Yr

  • The MA in Psychology will prepare the students for a career in researcha career in an applied field or to enter a doctoral program in Psychology or a related field.
  • They provide rigorous training to ensure you receive an advanced education in Psychology, research methods and skills, and relevant and effective pre-doctoral training.  
  • Whatever the student’s goals, their program provides the flexibility to ensure that he earns the MA that is right for him.
  • Students can pursue thesis or non-thesis options for their degree and choose from three tracks of specialization:
    • general psychology track,
    • clinical science track,
    • or cognition,
    • learning,
    • and neuroscience track.

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Fall 2024 Intake May 15, 2024
Application Deadline For Spring 2025 Intake Oct 15, 2024

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$57660

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Transportation$2229
Room(Off Campus)$25936
Health Insurance$2302
Total Cost$30467

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in a related subject from a recognized university.

Indian Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

80 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

53 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

Students need to submit a minimum GRE exam score for a better chance of admission.


Required Document List

  • Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation - These show who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
  • Transcripts- 
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTSTOEFL, or PTE, etc.

Ranking

2024202320222021202020192018

Times Higher Education logo
Psychology 401 out of 621 in Global Ranking
( #50 out of 148 in USA 2024)

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ProgramImportant DateTotal FeesMedian Exams ScoreAction
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (15th Jan 2024)
USD 58,500 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL: 80
  • PTE: 53
  • GRE: 314
Application Deadline For Spring 2025 Intake (1st Oct 2024)
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st Mar 2025)
USD 54,516 /Yr
  • IELTS: 7.5
  • TOEFL: 105
Application Deadline For Spring 2025 Intake (15th Sep 2024)
USD 15,390 /Yr
  • TOEFL: 105
  • IELTS: 7.5
  • Duolingo: 135
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (30th Nov 2023)
Application Deadline For Summer Intake (28th Feb 2024)
USD 8,064 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6
  • TOEFL: 80
  • PTE: 58
  • Duolingo: 115
fall (1st Feb 2022)
USD 40,050 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 80

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