Psychology MA

The Psychology MA is a 36-hour general psychology program built around rigorous research training and broad exposure to major subfields of psychology. Students explore core subfields while receiving hands-on mentorship in data analysis, ethics, and research design, with a focus on making data-driven decisions in professional settings.

The program offers two tracks within the same 36-credit-hour structure: a thesis option and a non-thesis option. The thesis track centers on independent research through a formal thesis project with close faculty work. The non-thesis track emphasizes applied skills and includes a required teaching practicum. Courses are face-to-face.

Modules

• Thesis track requirements
• Non-thesis track requirements

To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:

• meet SFA's graduate school requirements
• have completed undergraduate courses in introductory psychology, statistics and research design
• achieve an undergraduate 3.0 GPA or higher overall
• and hold a completed bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited higher institution.

Note: If you don't meet the minimum requirements, you may be admitted on a provisional basis under the guidance of the program coordinator.

Complete the graduate school application and email the following items directly to the program coordinator by May 1: a statement of interest detailing your research or relevant work experience and three letters of professional reference.

• doctoral programs in psychology
• careers in research
• education
• human resources
• healthcare administration
• careers in a wide range of industries that value strong analytical and behavioral science training