MSc in Education in Educational Psychology in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University

Northern Illinois University | Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The M.S.Ed. in educational psychology enhances comprehension and real-world implementation of theories and research findings about human growth, learning processes, and motivational factors across various social and cultural environments. The curriculum focuses on educational development and learning mechanisms in different settings (including schools, families, workplaces, and communities). Students must complete either a thesis or a capstone project to graduate.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt. Normally, to be considered for admission, a non-U.S. citizen shall have completed a four-year undergraduate degree. A minimum 2.75 overall gradepoint average (GPA), based on a 4.00 system, in their baccalaureate program or must have completed 15 or more semester hoursof graduate work at an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.20 or higher.
An applicant for admission must submit

transcripts showing the GPA for the last two years of undergraduate work.
scores on the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or the verbal and quantitative parts of the General Test of the GRE.
a two-page essay describing their career goals and interests relevant to educational psychology, the origins of those interests, and how the educational psychology program should be able to help them reach those goals.
three letters of recommendation from employers, supervisors, or professors.

While a minimum GPA of 3.00 is preferred, final decisions regarding admissions are made by the educational psychology admissions committee on the basis of all submitted items. Any applicant who is denied admission may submit an appeal to be reviewed by the entire educational psychology faculty. Appeals must be in writing, explain the basis for the appeal, and include information not previously submitted.

Tuition USD 18,180

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