Master of Arts [M.A] (General Theoretical Psychology)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$22,500/Yr
CA$22,500 /Yr
- MA in General Theoretical Psychology at the Fairleigh Dickinson University is a 2-years program by the School of Psychology and Counseling.
- It is ranked among the best regional universities and in the Top 50 in the North region by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges 2021.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The general-theoretical program is designed to provide preparation for (a) further study at the doctoral level in more specialized substantive areas or (b) careers in industry (e.g., advertising/market research, organizational consulting), government (e.g., program evaluation, criminal justice research), education, or health sectors.
- All MA students can tailor their elective courses to fit their areas of interest.
- The School of Psychology is one of the premier academic units at Fairleigh Dickinson University.
- Psychology is currently the second most popular undergraduate major nationwide, second only to business administration.
- Psychology majors possess good research and writing skills, are good problem solvers and have well-developed, higher-level thinking ability when it comes to analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
- Most psychology majors find jobs in administrative support, public affairs, education, business, sales, service industries, health, the biological sciences, or computer programming.
- The MA program consists of 42 credits.
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Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For Fall Intake | |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$22500 (CAD 22500) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing and Board | CA$11089 (CAD 11089) |
| Total Cost | CA$11089 (CAD 11089) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$15813 (CAD 15813) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required to be eligible for the program.
- Applicants must have taken (1) general/introductory psychology, (2) statistics, and (3) experimental psychology/research methods on either the undergraduate or graduate level.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- 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
3.0 / 4
Minimum gpa
GPA
Duolingo English Test Minimum Score: 100
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Social Worker
- School Psychologist
- Counselor
- Forensic Psychologist
- Human Factors Psychologist
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
- Occupational Psychologist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,385/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,500/Yr$2,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Rotary Foundation Scholarships- Global Grants | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| Narotam Sekhsaria Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award | Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,500/Yr$2,500 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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