As a leading department in psychological research and education, we are committed to fostering the next generation of experts. Our faculty are at the forefront of innovative research, dedicated to understanding and improving human behavior and well-being through diverse methodologies, spanning from individual-level analysis to broader societal impacts.
Our Doctoral Programs Psychology are designed with the following core objectives:
- To cultivate highly skilled researchers capable of independently conducting rigorous studies, leading research teams, and effectively disseminating research findings through both scholarly publications and impactful teaching practices.
- To prepare graduates for successful careers within academia or in applied settings where psychological principles can be leveraged to develop practical solutions for personal, social, and organizational challenges.
We maintain a vibrant graduate community of approximately 100 students, fostering a collaborative environment with numerous opportunities for close interaction with faculty. Our low 2:1 student-faculty ratio ensures that each student receives personalized mentorship and guidance to refine their research and professional capabilities.
We are committed to providing comprehensive support for our doctoral programs psychology students. Every admitted graduate student within the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences receives a competitive fellowship or assistantship, providing a stable monthly stipend. This financial support is typically guaranteed for the duration of their graduate studies, generally spanning four to five years. Furthermore, we provide essential resources such as dedicated office space, computer equipment, travel funding for professional conferences, and resources to support individual professional development.
To enrich the academic experience and broaden perspectives, all programs within the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences actively host a speaker series. This initiative brings distinguished faculty members from diverse universities to our campus each year, exposing our students to a wide spectrum of viewpoints within the field and facilitating valuable networking opportunities with leading researchers from other institutions.
For detailed information regarding program requirements, student evaluation procedures, and Graduate and Professional School policies, please consult the Graduate Student Handbook. Additional details can be found through the Graduate and Professional School website.
Our department provides specialized training across five core areas within psychology. Furthermore, we have strategically developed interdisciplinary research and training clusters to address cutting-edge areas of inquiry within the field.
For specific details regarding the Ph.D. in Psychology program requirements, please refer to the Ph.D. in Psychology Program Requirements page. For a comprehensive overview of the steps involved in completing a doctoral program, please visit Steps to Fulfill a Doctoral Program.
