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Prepare for a career as a psychologist who performs socially relevant research. In this doctoral program, you’ll complete a rigorous core curriculum; engage heavily with research; and work collaboratively with faculty mentors to learn how schools, childcare programs, neighborhoods, policies, workplaces, and social service agencies influence health and behavior.

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Admissions Requirements

You must have a BA and/or MA in Psychology or a related field.

How to Apply

These instructions and requirements are for all applicants. If you are not a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States, please read the  special instructions for international applicants .

1. Prepare Your Application

Your application will require the following items. The following are acceptable document types for uploads: .pdf, .jpeg, .jpg, .gif, .tiff, .png, .doc, .docx, and bitmap.

You are required to upload a copy of your most recent résumé or curriculum vitae as part of your application.

Statement of Purpose

You are required to upload a typed, double-spaced, two- to three-page statement explaining your purpose in undertaking graduate study in this particular program as part of your application. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself and to inform the admissions committee about your goals, interests, and career plans as they relate to your intended academic pursuits.

Include your research interests and prior research experience; evidence of interest in human ecologies, systems-level interventions, and/or policy interventions and analysis; and a description of your career goals.

Letters of Recommendation

Submit  three  letters of recommendation. Be sure to request them well in advance of the deadline. Read  detailed instructions .

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Upload one official copy of transcripts from every postsecondary school you have attended or are attending. Make sure to request them in advance of the deadline.

If you completed or are completing a degree at an institution outside of the US or Canada, you are required to provide a WES or ECE evaluation. Please review our requirements for translation and a course-by-course evaluation of your transcripts.

See  detailed instructions on submitting transcripts .

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Although the GRE is typically required for this program, for the 2024 admissions cycle GRE scores will not be required. For more information see  testing requirements .

Proficiency in English

See  testing requirements .

Interview Date

The interview date for the 2024 cycle will be Friday, February 9, 2024 .

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After you fill in and upload the required information, you can submit your completed application.  Your application must be completed, dated, electronically signed, and submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST of the stated deadline.

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You will be prompted to pay a $75 application fee, payable by major credit card only. After submitting your payment, you will see your application status change from “saved” to “submitted.” Please print this screen for your records, as it confirms that your application has been successfully sent to our school. If you have problems submitting your payment, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions. Learn more about our  fee waiver policy .

Mailing Additional Items

If any application materials need to be mailed to our office, mail the materials to NYU Steinhardt, Office of Graduate Admissions, 82 Washington Square East, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10003-6680.  Please do not mail your materials in binders or folders. Any mailed materials must be  received by, not postmarked by, the stated deadline . Only completed applications will be considered and reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of mailed materials.

Application Policies

Application deadlines are "in-office" deadlines, not postmark deadlines.  It is your responsibility to ensure that all materials are in the Office of Graduate Admissions by the appropriate deadline, and we reserve the right to return any application that arrives after the deadline. Only completed applications will be considered. Should a deadline fall on a weekend, the in-office deadline will be the next business day. We advise you to apply early.

Please check the online system to confirm that you have successfully submitted your application.  Due to the volume of applications and related materials received, the Office of Graduate Admissions will only contact you if your application was successfully submitted and is deemed incomplete because of missing required materials. Otherwise, you will hear from us when the admissions committee has made its decision.

Deferral policy:  NYU Steinhardt does not allow deferrals. Applicants who wish to be considered for a future semester must reapply by submitting a new application with all supporting materials, including letters of recommendation, by the application deadline.

3. Receive Your Admission Decision

You will be notified about your decision by email. Typically, decisions will start going out in late March or early April for fall enrollment. You may learn of your decision before or after this timeline.

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The NYU Abu Dhabi Global PhD Student Fellowship is offered in the areas of Cognition and Perception, as well as Social Psychology in collaboration with the NYU Graduate School of Arts and Science .

The program generally involves one to two years of classwork at NYU New York, followed by three to four years of research at NYU Abu Dhabi. If selected, the doctorate is fully funded under the NYU Abu Dhabi Global PhD Student Fellowship.

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The Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology at St. John’s consists of four years of full-time coursework and related practicum experience, followed by a one-year clinical internship (or equivalent) in an approved setting and completion of a doctoral dissertation.

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Earn a Ph.D. from a top-ranked Clinical Psychology program at St. John's University in New York City! The Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology at St. John’s consists of four years of full-time coursework and related practicum experience, followed by a one-year clinical internship (or equivalent) in an approved setting and completion of a doctoral dissertation. The program is fully Accredited by the American Psychological Association.

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The program prepares broadly trained, competent psychological professionals in various psychodiagnostic and intervention procedures as well as in research skills. Students learn to understand and interpret the research of others and design and execute their own research. The program prepares students to function in the many diverse professional, academic, and research roles clinical psychologists perform. It does so by offering a broad exposure to the theoretical and empirical underpinnings of general psychology while also providing extensive training in strategies and techniques of assessment, intervention, consultation, and the latest research strategies using the newest statistical analyses and programs.

The program follows the scientist/practitioner model of training involving a logical progression of coursework and fieldwork experiences toward the development of research and clinical competencies. In addition, the program abides by the profession's ethical principles, shows respect for individual rights and dignity, displays a commitment to service to its community, and demonstrates through its teaching and clinical training an appreciation of the importance of cultural diversity.

The Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology offers two major areas of study: Adult, a specialty area focusing on education and training with adult clinical populations, and Child and Adolescent, which offers advanced training in child, adolescent, and family psychology. At the point of application to the program, students elect one of two major areas of study within the Clinical Psychology program in which they can pursue more concentrated training opportunities: (1) Adult or (2) Child and Adolescent.

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Professional licensure and certification requirements often vary from state to state. St. John’s University has not determined requirements for individual states beyond New York. If you reside or plan to reside outside New York, you are strongly encouraged to contact the appropriate state licensing agency in that state to seek information and guidance before beginning the program.

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Please see a list of our  Psychology faculty .

Clinical faculty members include  Elissa Brown ,  Andrea Bergman ,  Elizabeth Brondolo ,  William Chaplin ,  Beverly Greene ,  Rafael Javier ,  Wilson McDermut ,  Jeffrey Nevid ,  Tamara Del Vecchio  and  Raymond DiGiuseppe .

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The Ph.D program in Clinical Psychology at St. John’s University prepares students for professional careers in clinical psychology. Embodying the commitment to service to the economically and socially disadvantaged that is a key feature of the University’s Vincentian mission , the program prepares students to become working psychologists and researchers in community facilities and university and public service settings. Students in the program develop competencies in psychological assessment and diagnostic evaluation, psychological methods of treatment, research methods and design, methods of data analysis, and advancement of knowledge in the field, as well as sensitivity to the importance of issues of diversity in providing psychological services in a diverse society.

Professional licensure and certification requirements often vary from state to state. St. John’s University has not determined requirements for individual states beyond New York. If you reside or plan to reside outside New York you are strongly encouraged to contact the appropriate state licensing agency in that state to seek information and guidance before beginning the program.

Admissions to the Ph.D. program are for the Fall semester only. In addition to the entrance requirements listed, one or more interviews by the departmental admissions committee may be requested. Students accepted for admission with any course deficiencies must remove those deficiencies prior to matriculation in the program. Such deficiencies may be completed during the summer preceding matriculation by enrolling in appropriate undergraduate or 100-level courses. All doctoral students are required to maintain full-time status for the duration of the program.

Please note:  Prior to beginning required supervised clinical hours at the University clinic and external clinical placement sites, students will be required to undergo and successfully pass a Criminal Background Check, at a cost of approximately $100. For more information, please consult the current  Graduate Bulletin .

Applicants who are asked to interview will be invited to visit campus in February or March. 

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Applying to a doctoral program requires a serious, thoughtful decision. We welcome your interest in the Clinical Psychology program.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

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Costs for tuition and fees are listed  online  and in the  Graduate Bulletin . Academic and financial advisement is available in the department and through the  Office of Student Financial Services .

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The PhD program in Clinical Psychology at City College is one of the most prestigious psychodynamically-informed doctoral programs in the United States.

Our faculty, students, and alumni have been at the forefront of research, theory, and institutional leadership for 50 years. Our training emphasizes the reciprocal influence of scholarship and clinical practice, and generates cutting-edge research, theory, & novel modes of clinical work. With a strong commitment to psychodynamic thinking and social justice, we are curious about how individuals are shaped by family, community, & culture. Along with psychodynamic psychotherapy, our students are trained in a number of other evidenced-based treatments. Our on-site clinic affords students a rare opportunity to train in a 4+ year practicum with short-term and long-term psychotherapies with children & adults. Embedded within our program, The Psychological Center is a community-based mental health clinic that serves 300+ individuals each year, including CCNY students, the West Harlem community, & the broader metropolitan area.

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Alumnus Dr. Arielle Rubenstein is first author of “ To expose or not to expose: A comprehensive perspective on treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder ," published in American Psychology . Congratulations Arielle!

Congratulations to Professor Steve Tuber for being named Co- Editor in Chief of the Journal of Infant, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and for his invitation to teach as Adjunct Guest Faculty at the Institute for Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (ICAAP), Sydney Australia, a 13-week lecture series on adolescence.

Professor Lisa Wallner Samstag (at Long Island University - Brooklyn; CUNY 1998) is the co-editor of a book on rupture-repair process in psychotherapy (APA, 2023).  The book collects the work of 12 teams of scholars and clinicians (including a chapter from Prof. Sasha Rudenstine, Prof. Paul Wachtel, 5th-year Talia Schulder, and Alum Benjamon Bernstein) who describe clinical challenges in resolving common therapeutic ruptures.  

Alum Dr. Jo Anne Sirey continues her research with older adults . Most recently, she was awarded a large grant from NIMH (R01 MH132757) to test a brief depression intervention (PROTECT) for English and Spanish speaking elder abuse victims in NYC. This is in addition to her current research testing a peer depression intervention (R01 MH124966) and her role as Director for the Weill Cornell ALACRITY Center for Mid and Late Life Depression (P50 MH113838). She also oversees delivery of mental health care to diverse older adults in 21 senior centers in Brooklyn and Staten Island.

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Over the last few years, graduate psychology degree programs, both at the master’s and doctoral levels, have shifted their admission criteria from an emphasis on standardized testing to components that reflect applicants’ experiences. According to the most recent edition of Graduate Study in Psychology , 1 for 2022–23 applications, doctoral programs placed the highest importance on letters of recommendation (85%), personal statements (84%), and interviews (74%). Master’s psychology programs, by contrast, placed the highest importance on undergraduate GPAs (72%), letters of recommendation (71%), and statements of goals and objectives (68%).

In general, large percentages of graduate psychology programs reported that the GRE Verbal, Quantitative, Writing, and Subject scores were not criteria used in the admissions process for the 2022–23 admissions cycle. This represents a continuation of the trend of graduate psychology programs prioritizing criteria other than GRE scores in an attempt to remove potential systemic barriers and create a more equitable admissions process. 2, 3

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2 Assefa, M., et al. (2023, March). How the pandemic has impacted psychology graduate programs . Monitor on Psychology , 54 (2), 20.

3 Assefa, M., et al. (2024, January). Masters’ and doctoral program applications increase as GRE requirements drop . Monitor on Psychology , 55 (1), 26.

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Industrial-organizational psychologists help organizations boost effectiveness, increase employee retention, and improve productivity. The most common employers are scientific research organizations, colleges, and universities. Industrial-organizational psychologists earn an average salary exceeding $100,000.

Learn about the best industrial and organizational psychology master's programs and what to expect in school and in your career.

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Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.

What to Look For in an Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master's

Industrial-organizational master's programs help learners build valuable insights into workplace psychology. They teach practical techniques and theories for improving organizational behavioral dynamics.

Curricula typically cover:

• Methods for optimizing and motivating employee performance
• How to build and manage training, development, and professional improvement programs
• Business administration from a human resources perspective
• Leadership-oriented insights into organizational change management

Some schools design curricula to cover skills and proficiencies endorsed by organizations like the Society for Human Resource Management or the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology . Regardless, you should always look for industrial-organizational master's degrees at accredited institutions .

Admission requirements vary, but they typically include a four-year degree in a related field, a strong academic track record, and a compelling statement of purpose. Some schools prefer or require applicants to have one or more years of relevant work experience.

As a master's student, you can qualify for various financial aid options , including federal aid and private scholarships.

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#1 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

New York University

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NYU's master of arts in industrial and organizational psychology helps students become impactful leaders. The 36-credit program uses a teamwork-based collaborative model that optimizes the balance of theory, practice, and research. 

Core courses cover talent selection and training, motivational strategies, organizational development, and strategic change management. The program includes internship opportunities and culminates in the learner's choice of a comprehensive examination or a master's thesis.

Applicants do not need a bachelor's degree in psychology or field research experience to qualify for admission. However, admission to the program is competitive, and NYU looks favorably upon candidates with relevant academic, research, and/or professional backgrounds.

#2 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Baruch's master of science in industrial/organizational psychology program supports both professional- and research-oriented career paths. Core requirements in the 36-credit curriculum cover research design, statistical analysis, and psychology-focused management courses. As a culminating experience, students complete either a thesis or a two-semester research program.

Electives develop targeted skills in performance management and employee motivation, leadership, organizational research, and professional development strategy. Students can also pursue focused coursework in managing high-performance teams.

Baruch prioritizes flexibility in the program's structure. Students can choose from full- or part-time enrollment. All campus-based courses meet on weekday evenings, and hybrid formats that blend face-to-face and online learning are available.

#3 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

University of Central Florida

• Orlando, FL

Students in UCF's master of science in industrial/organizational psychology engage with a rigorous practitioner-focused curriculum. Major coursework topics include employee selection and training, productivity and motivational strategies, research design, and human resource management technologies. 

The 38-credit program offers thesis and non-thesis tracks, along with internship opportunities, which include both professional and academic settings. Learners can also network by participating in UCF's Student Professionals for I/O Psychology group. 

Admission to the program is competitive. UCF typically receives 120-130 applications for 16-18 available slots. Strong applications feature a history of excellent academic performance, a relevant knowledge background, compelling letters of recommendation, and high GRE scores. 

#4 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

Rice University

• Houston, TX

Rice's master of industrial-organizational psychology uses a research-oriented scientific focus to build practical skills in applied psychology for workplace settings. The 12-course, non-thesis program builds toward an intensive capstone project spanning the summer, fall, and spring semesters immediately following the first year.

Along the way, learners develop advanced research design, statistical analysis, and personnel management skills through required coursework. The program's upper semesters mainly cover electives and the capstone, creating degree personalization options.

The full-time, two-year program admits students only in fall. Required application materials include academic transcripts, a resume or CV, a statement of purpose, a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation.

#5 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

University of Georgia

UGA's professional I-O psychology master's program uses an innovative hybrid format to engage working professionals. Coursework is mainly delivered online, with students meeting face-to-face on Friday afternoons and Saturdays five times per semester. Learners take just two courses per semester and can complete the program in six semesters.

The practitioner-focused program applies behavioral psychology to the workplace. Students take 12 three-credit courses — half taught by expert UGA faculty and half by successful I-O professionals.

Applicants require relevant professional backgrounds, with UGA recommending a minimum of two years of full-time work experience. UGA also notes that successful applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.

#6 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at San Diego

• San Diego, CA

The Chicago School's master of arts industrial and organizational psychology program emphasizes practical knowledge development through hands-on learning. Students can choose from an internship and thesis track or an applied research track. Three years of relevant full-time work experience are required for the applied research option.

In either case, students engage with coursework focused on employee selection; performance evaluation standards; and training, motivation, and leadership skills. Faculty members have both academic and practitioner backgrounds, infusing each course with deep professional insights.

Students can complete the program in two years by studying full time or in three years by following a part-time schedule. The Chicago School followed standards set by the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychologists (SIOP) in developing curricular content.

#7 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

Albizu University-Miami

Albizu's master of science in industrial/organizational psychology embraces a problem-solving approach to organizational development and management. The program covers 48 quarter credits, split between 42 academic credits and a six-credit practicum.

Academic coursework begins with a rigorous sequence of foundational classes in group theory, research methods, and industrial-organizational psychology fundamentals. It then proceeds into applied organizational psychology, motivational techniques, professional development, and employment law.

Albizu's learning formats include both face-to-face and online options, both of which offer advantageous student-to-faculty ratios. Admission requirements include the Graduate Studies Admission Examination (EXADEP) or GRE scores, along with a CV, three letters of recommendation, academic transcripts, and a statement of purpose. 

#8 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

Adler University

• Chicago, IL

Adler's master's program in industrial and organizational psychology grounds its intensive examination of organizational psychology in a Christian worldview. This unique philosophy helps students build innovative, culturally responsive, and empathetic skills.

Students can choose from thesis and non-thesis tracks. The thesis option leads to a master of arts degree, while the non-thesis track designates a master of industrial and organizational psychology (MIOP). Both paths cover 45 quarter credits.

Adler evaluates applications holistically. Successful applicants will have a cumulative postsecondary GPA of at least 3.0 and a demonstrated history of interest in social change efforts. Candidates must also earn at least a C in a three-credit research methods course. 

#9 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

CUNY Brooklyn College

• Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn College's industrial and organizational psychology master's programs feature two concentration options: a specialized master of arts in group processes and organizational behavior, or personnel and human resources.

The group processes and organizational behavior track emphasizes situational diagnostics, process management, and organizational structure. Its personnel and human resources counterpart focuses on talent selection and retention strategies, performance management, and professional development skills.

Both concentrations balance applied psychological science with professional practice standards. Five core courses are common to both concentrations, ensuring all graduates are equally well-versed in research methods, statistical analysis, and psychological theory. 

#10 Best Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master’s Programs of 2024

Johnson & Wales University-Online

• Providence, RI

JWU's master of science in organizational psychology is entirely online and self-paced, with built-in experiential learning opportunities. Its flexible and convenient structure is highly appealing to working professionals seeking to develop organizational leadership, change management, and coaching skills.

The program offers thesis and non-thesis options, with students in the latter path completing a capstone project. Customization options define the curriculum and experienced professionals lead classes. The program features a 15-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio.

According to JWU, graduates have a 95.4% career outcomes rate. Candidates can apply year-round, with start dates falling in May, July, August, and October.

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What to Expect in an Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master's Program

Industrial-organizational master's degrees typically consist of about 30-36 credits. If you study full time, you can usually graduate in about two academic years.

Learning content generally includes a combination of applied theory and research methods. Some curricula also cover business administration and organizational development.

Industrial-organizational master's programs typically culminate in a capstone experience or thesis. Capstone projects prompt you to display your synthesized knowledge, while a thesis involves producing an original work of research-focused scholarship.

Practical Experience Opportunities

At the master's level, practical experiences in industrial-organizational psychology typically take the form of practicums or internships . Students secure placements through partnerships between their school and participating employers. Placements can last for a single semester or an entire academic year.

Practicums and internships allow you to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting and develop your skills under the tutelage of an experienced professional. They also double as excellent networking opportunities that may help your future job search.

Research Opportunities

Many industrial-organizational master's programs involve multiple courses in research methods and statistical analysis. Some also have thesis options or requirements, which allow you to design and perform your self-directed research.

Depending on the school, you may contribute to ongoing studies or research programs and work alongside faculty members or external researchers.

In some cases, research participation could lead to opportunities to earn publication credits. You might also be invited to join presentations at industry events or conferences.

Frequently Asked Questions About Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master's Programs

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What can you do with a master's in industrial-organizational psychology?

With an industrial-organizational master's degree, you can pursue careers in human resources, organizational management, or business administration. Some roles involve extensive interpersonal interactions, while others have a stronger research or analytical focus.

Is a master's in industrial-organizational psychology worth it?

An industrial-organizational master's can deliver high returns to committed professionals. Employers typically require a master's degree for these positions. Earning an advanced degree can improve both your career prospects and your earning power.

Do I-O psychologists make a lot of money?

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that industrial-organizational psychologists earn an average salary of $154,380 per year . The figure is more than double the average salary of $65,470 per year for all occupations.

Who is most likely to hire an I-O psychologist?

Industrial-organizational psychologists typically work in corporate settings, but they may also work for nonprofit and government agencies. Some industrial-organizational psychologists own private practices. and interface with clients on a contract or consultancy basis.

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What Can You Do With a Psychology Degree? Jobs and More

Find out how earning your undergraduate or graduate degree in psychology can prepare you for numerous career fields.

A bachelor’s degree in psychology teaches the fundamentals of human behavior and mental processes—knowledge that can help qualify you for a wide variety of jobs. Earning a master's degree in psychology is a step toward working as a licensed psychologist or therapist .

Looking for a job that uses your knowledge of the human mind? In this article, you'll learn the jobs that you're uniquely qualified for with either a bachelor's or a graduate degree in psychology.

What can you do with a bachelor’s in psychology?

Psychology ranked among the most popular undergraduate majors in the US in 2021 [ 1 ]. Since the Bachelor of Psychology serves as a generalist degree (it doesn’t specifically qualify you for a given job), it’s a good choice if you’d like to explore your interests while keeping your career options open. While broadly applicable, the knowledge and skills you develop as a psychology major may be particularly useful in these industries.

Learn more: What You Should Know About Social Science Majors

1. Counseling

Counselors help people suffering from addiction and other behavioral disorders by offering treatment and advice. You might work in a community health center, juvenile detention facility, employee assistance program, or detox center, depending on your specialty.

How to get started in counseling: Requirements vary by state, but it’s possible to get started as a substance abuse or behavioral health counselor with a bachelor’s degree. Some states require certification and licensure. Check with your state’s regulating board for specific educational requirements.  

2. Social services

Knowledge of human behavior, motivations, interviewing, and data analysis —skills common in psychology degree programs—translate well into the field of social work. Help people cope with the struggles of their everyday lives in a role as a case manager , social services assistant, or child welfare specialist. 

How to get started in social work: While a bachelor’s degree in social work is the most common requirement for entry-level administrative roles, many employers also consider applicants with a psychology or sociology degree. If you decide you want to further your career in social work, consider going to graduate school for social work (a requirement for licensure as a social worker).

3. Education

Aside from teaching, educators are often tasked with encouraging and empathizing with students, handling misbehavior, and intervening in cases of mental health issues. A background in psychology can help day-to-day in the classroom from pre-K to high school.

How to get started in education: Teachers at every grade level typically need at least a bachelor’s degree. If you’d like to teach in a public school, you’ll need to get licensed or certified from your state as well. Complement your psychology coursework by enrolling in a teacher preparation program. 

4. Human resources

Human resource (HR) professionals oversee much of the employee lifecycle. In this role, you’ll be tasked with making hiring and firing decisions, managing disputes, and promoting employee welfare. An understanding of how people think can boost your effectiveness across all these areas.

How to get started in HR: Most entry-level HR positions require a bachelor’s degree. Supplement your psychology degree coursework by taking classes in business, management, and accounting. Boost your resume with a certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or the HR Certification Institute (HRCI).

5. Marketing and advertising

Selling a product or service often means tapping into the deep desires of the target customer base. The science of persuasion, part of the greater study of social psychology, plays a significant role in effective advertisements and marketing campaigns.

How to get started in marketing and advertising: Many companies prefer at least a bachelor’s degree for roles in marketing and advertising. While your psychology coursework can help you evaluate consumer behavior, consider taking classes in market research, sales, or communications as well. Entry-level jobs in sales and public relations can serve as an entryway into this field.

Learn more: Marketing Careers: 6 Areas to Explore

6. User experience (UX) design

As a UX designer , you can use your knowledge of how people think to help create solutions to common, everyday problems. UX focuses on how people interact with products and systems. By analyzing people’s needs and frustrations, you can design solutions that make products (including apps and websites) easier to use.

How to get started in UX design: You’ll find multiple paths to a career in UX design (and a psychology degree is a good start). If you’re interested in this emerging field, take some courses in human factor psychology, design, and research methodology. Consider an internship while you’re in school to begin building a portfolio of work.

7. Criminal justice

Many aspects of criminal justice deal with understanding human behavior, from why criminals commit crimes to how these crimes impact victims. A career in law enforcement and criminal justice might take the form of case management, victim advocacy, or working as a parole or probation officer. 

How to get started in criminal justice: Most roles in law enforcement require completing a state or federal training program and certification test. If you’re considering a career in criminal justice, prepare with courses on criminal psychology, addiction, abnormal behavior, and behavioral statistics.

Graduate psychology degree jobs: 5 careers in psychology

Psychology graduates often go on to earn a higher-level psychology degree as the first step toward becoming a professional psychologist. In most states, you’ll have to get licensed to call yourself a psychologist. Licensure requirements generally include a master’s or PhD in psychology. As you pursue a higher education degree, consider these fields as possible specialties.

1. Clinical psychology

Clinical psychologists provide behavioral and mental health care for individuals and families. In this field, you’ll provide clinical or counseling services to help treat a range of emotional, mental, and behavioral disorders. Clinical psychology is one of the largest specialties in the field and what most people think of when they think “psychologist.”

In most states, working as a clinical psychologist requires earning a doctorate in psychology and one or two years of supervised clinical experience, as well as passing the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology.

2. Forensic psychology

Forensic psychologists use their knowledge of human behavior in several ways within the criminal justice system. Working in this field might involve developing criminal psychological profiles, providing testimony in court, assessing witness credibility, or determining whether a defendant is mentally competent to stand trial.

Practicing forensic psychologists need a doctoral degree in most states, though a Master of Psychology might qualify you for research-related roles.

3. Industrial organizational psychology

Industrial organizational psychologists (also known as I/O psychologists) focus on human behavior of employees in the workplace. In this role, you’ll seek to enhance the work environment at companies and organizations by improving hiring practices, internal communications, training programs, and management techniques.

Most I/O psychologists have at least a master’s degree in psychology. Earning your PhD can help you gain a competitive edge when seeking higher-paying positions.

Read more: What Is Organizational Behavior: Jobs, Salaries, Education

4. Sports & exercise psychology

Sports psychologists use their knowledge of human behavior to assist athletes in achieving maximum performance and treat mental health issues specific to the sports industry. You might work with a variety of athletes, from youth and parents in recreational programs to Olympic and pro athletes (and their coaches).

In most cases, you’ll need a doctoral degree in psychology and a license to practice as a sports psychologist. Some graduate programs offer a sports psychology concentration. Alternatively, you can consider a double major in psychology and exercise science .

5. Educational psychology

Working as an educational psychologist means studying how we learn and retain knowledge. As a psychologist in this field, you’ll study various approaches to learning and develop approaches to make learning more effective. This might include testing methods, classroom environments, learning disabilities, and behavioral issues that could impede the learning process.

While a Master of Psychology is the minimum requirement for a career in educational psychology, you should consider earning your PhD to boost your opportunities in this research-heavy field.

Get started in psychology

Experience a university-level psychology course for yourself to see if psychology might be a good fit for you.

Study the fundamentals in the Introduction to Psychology from Yale, learn about human behavior in Social Psychology from Wesleyan, or browse a variety of popular psychology online courses . If you’re thinking about furthering your education, explore a certificate in Foundations of Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania—all available on Coursera.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What’s the difference between a phd and a psyd in psychology ‎.

A Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) is the highest-level degree you can get for clinical work in psychology. A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in psychology is a more academic-focused terminal degree. It’s a better option for those interested in conducting research or teaching at the university level. ‎

Can I earn a psychology degree online? ‎

As you pursue higher education in psychology, you’ll find online programs for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in the field. These degrees often have the same curriculum as more traditional on-campus programs but often with greater scheduling flexibility and (often) lower tuition. ‎

How long does it take to get a psychology degree? ‎

A Bachelor of Psychology typically takes four years of full-time study. If you want to become a licensed psychologist, you’ll need a master’s (two to four years) or doctorate degree (four to seven years) as well. Plan for another year or two of supervised professional experience to qualify for a license. ‎

What can you do with an associate’s degree in psychology? ‎

Earning an associate degree in psychology typically takes two years of full-time study at a community college or university. While many learners use an associate’s degree as a step toward completing a bachelor’s, the degree may help qualify you for entry-level positions like:

• Psychiatric aide
• Psychiatric technician
• Administrative assistant
• Human services assistant
• Home care aide
• Childcare assistant
• Youth counselor
• Police officer ‎

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1. National Center for Education Statistics. " Most popular majors , https://nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/display.asp?id=37." Accessed December 21, 2023.

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Rankings released! QS World University Rankings 2025 

The QS World University Rankings 2025 are now live ! 

Being the first of its kind to incorporate both employability and sustainability factors into the methodology , the QS World University Rankings provides the higher education sector, governments and students a reliable rankings system that identifies the world’s leading universities in a range of performance metrics. 

This year’s ranking is the largest – featuring 1,500 universities from 106 countries and territories across the globe. For the thirteenth consecutive year Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the US has placed first. 

Who are the top ten universities in the QS World University Rankings 2025? 

1. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US 

2. Imperial College London, UK 

3. University of Oxford, UK 

4. Harvard University, US 

5. University of Cambridge, UK 

6. Stanford University, US 

7. ETH Zürich – Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland 

8. National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore 

9. University College London, UK 

10. California Institute of Technology (Caltech), US 

Notably, Imperial College London has moved up four places – the biggest improvement among the top ten.  Their progress is attributed to several factors, including their improvement in the ‘Sustainability’ category, (scoring 99.7 out of 100 overall) and in various research metrics including ‘Citations per faculty’, which they earned 86.5 last year, compared to a total of 93.9 this year, for example. 

New entrants  

There are 21 newly ranked institutions in the QS World University Rankings 2025, with the highest debutant being the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) in the United Arab Emirates, with a ranking of 485th – the University scored 100 in indicators ‘International students’ and ‘International faculty’.  

Global highlights of the QS World University Rankings 2025 

China and India’s universities have seen the biggest upward movements for both the number of institutions increasing their ranking position and for the number of significant moves (defined as 10 places or more) in the QS World University Rankings 2025.

Other highlights in institutional performance globally are: 

The UK’s strongest performance is in the ‘International Student Ratio’ indicator. It achieves the world’s second-highest average score among countries with ten or more ranked universities, behind only Saudi Arabia – underscoring the global appeal of UK higher education institutions and their ability to attract a diverse student body. 

The US continues to boast one of the world’s most renowned higher education systems for their reputation, according to employers and academics – this is clear in the ranking as four of the top ten universities, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Harvard University, Stanford University and University of California, Berkeley (UCB) earn 100 in the ‘Academic reputation’ indicator. 

Canada  

Canadian universities are performing exceptionally in ‘Sustainability’, with two universities among the world’s top five, including the world’s most sustainable institution, the University of Toronto . 

Australia  

Three Australian institutions are in the world’s top 20 – with the University of Melbourne and the University of Sydney each climbing one position to 13th and 18th respectively. Australia also dominates in ‘International research’ in the Asia-Pacific region, claiming nine of the top 10 positions. 

Africa  

South Africa holds the African continent’s top four positions in the rankings – with the University of Cape Town (ranked 171st) being the continent’s highest-ranked institution, an improvement of two places from the previous year. Cairo University (Egypt) completed the top five in Africa, ranking 350th globally. 

Latin America  

Latin America has four representatives in the top 100, one from each of its four largest economies: Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA) in Argentina (71st); Universidade de São Paulo in Brazil (92nd); Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (UC) in Chile (93rd); and Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) in Mexico (94th). 

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