Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Research facilities include: special rooms for research in problems of perception and cognition, a social-psychology laboratory equipped for experimental and observational studies, electrophysiological, histological, and chemical laboratories, surgery facilities, facilities for the maintenance and behavioral study of vertebrate and invertebrate laboratory animals, darkrooms and shops, an audiovisual studio equipped for the study of teaching, laboratory computers and interacting terminals with the capacity to control equipment in experiments and to do online processing and complex data analyses, and other specialized facilities, both on campus and at various off-campus locations. Students develop an independent program of study in consultation with their Special Committee. The three primary members of the Special Committee must be chosen by the end of the first year, students are encouraged to select at least one member (not the chairperson) from a field other than psychology. The Director of Graduate Studies appoints a fourth member, whose function is to ensure that the student obtains adequate breadth of training.

Only applicants seeking the Ph.D. degree are accepted. Applicants must submit GRE general test scores in addition to transcripts of the undergraduate record, three letters of recommendation, and a personal statement of interests. Applicants are not required to submit scores on the GRE subject test in psychology, or to have had an undergraduate major in psychology. Prior research experience is highly desirable, applicants may submit research reports or work. Persons whose primary interests lie in clinical, counseling, industrial, or school psychology should not apply.
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Unofficial transcript of the undergraduate record
Academic Statement of Purpose:
Describe (within 1000 words) the substantive research questions you are interested in pursuing during your graduate studies, and explain how our program would help you achieve your intellectual goals. Additionally, detail your academic background, intellectual interests and any training or research experience you have received that you believe has prepared you for our program. Within your statement, please also identify specific faculty members whose research interests align with you own interests.
Personal statement of interest
Please describe (within 1000 words) how your personal background and experiences influenced your decision to pursue a graduate degree. Additionally, provide insight on your potential to contribute to a community of inclusion, belonging, and respect where scholars representing diverse backgrounds, perspectives, abilities, and experiences can learn and work productively and positively together. We also encourage you to include information on any of the following areas:
How your personal, academic, and/or professional experiences demonstrate your ability to be both persistent and resilient especially when navigating challenging circumstances.
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