Psychology, M.S.

Psychology (39 hours required)

The 39-hour M.S. in psychology is for degree-seeking students who will not seek licensure as a counselor and who typically intend to pursue doctoral level degree in psychology after completing this degree.

If attending full-time, this degree could be completed in four semesters. The courses are listed below.

Core Courses (30 Hours, 3 hours each)

Elective Courses (select 9 Hours)

Suggested course sequence for Full-time M.S. in Psychology (39-hour program)

Note: Some of the classes listed below are only offered once per year. If a student deviates from this plan, it may delay graduation. Students should consult with their advisor about any deviation from this course sequence.

Fall 1:
Theories of Counseling & Personality
Research Methods and Statistics
Biological Psychology
Thesis I

Spring:
Introduction to Psychopathology and Adaptive Behavior
Lifespan Development
Thesis I Continuation
Elective 1

Summer:
Statistics I
Spiritual Competencies
Thesis II

Fall 2:
Statistics II
Thesis II Continuation
Elective 2
Elective 3