Master of Science in Psychology – Experimental

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Master of Science in Psychology – Experimental

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

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Master of Science in Psychology – Experimental

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Turn Your Passion for Problem Solving into a Rewarding Career

Gain key analytical skills needed to prepare for doctoral education or to enter the workforce in research management or teaching positions. EKU’s Master of Science in Experimental Psychology is designed for those with a passion for problem solving and offers students a broad foundation in psychological science and human behavior. Experimental psychologists work in a wide variety of settings including colleges, universities, research centers, government, and private businesses. EKU’s focus on faculty mentor relationships pushes students to reach their full academic potential and excel in future pursuits.

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Psychologists study cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how people relate to one another and to their environments. They use their findings to help improve processes and behaviors.

Employment of psychologists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032.

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Faculty Mentor Model

The Master of Science in Experimental Psychology program is designed so that students can, in conjunction with their faculty mentor, design an individualized course of study that combines classroom training and hands-on research experience which culminates in a master’s thesis.

Curriculum & Enrollment

The Master of Science degree program in general psychology offers students advanced training in the core areas of psychology and the opportunity to develop and explore specialized areas of interest. Students work closely with a faculty mentor to design an individualized course of study that combines classroom training and hands-on research experience and culminates in a master’s thesis. Graduates will have a solid foundation for pursuing doctoral-level training in psychology and related fields or for entry into a variety of work settings.

A minimum of 33 credits are required to graduate.

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MS in Psychology – Experimental

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Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Students may transfer up to 12 hours of credit from accredited institutions.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admission to EKU for appropriate articulation.

Term	Application Deadline	Classes Begin
Fall	March 1	August

Minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.5, or 2.75 for the last 60 hours.
Minimum of five undergraduate courses in psychology, including general psychology, statistics, experimental psychology, and two other courses acceptable to the departmental admissions committee.
Satisfactory performance on the general sections of the Graduate Record Examination. Analytical Writing scores of 4.0 or higher are expected.
Three letters of recommendation; two letters must be related to the undergraduate major, with at least one from psychology faculty.
Applications for fall admission should be received by March 1. Notification regarding admission normally will be made in April. Students applying later may be accepted as space is available.

Admission is competitive and limited to available space. Meeting the minimum requirements, therefore, does not guarantee admission.

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EKU’s College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

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My favorite part of being an EKU student was being able to gain experiences relevant to my field, while also networking with other professionals and leaders which opened the door for my success. I, along with my peers, had doors opened for us that lead us on pathways that were not available to us by default. It truly is a college of opportunity.

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Master of Science in Psychology – Experimental

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Master of Science in Psychology – Experimental

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences