San Francisco,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Industrial Organizational Psychology in San Francisco United States | San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
|
San Francisco United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,168
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Science in Industrial Organizational Psychology (I/O) program at SF State has operated since the 1960s. This two-year curriculum demands 37 graduate units, a 300-hour practical internship, and a final capstone project. Rooted in the scientist-practitioner approach, it prepares students for professional careers or further academic pursuits in I/O psychology. The program prioritizes psychological theory and empirical research, maintaining that true expertise emerges from mastering fundamental principles, methodologies, and field studies. Students join from across the nation and internationally, with approximately 80% holding undergraduate psychology degrees. Many applicants bring research experience, HR backgrounds, or organizational consulting work. Annually, 9-12 new candidates begin the program, maintaining an active enrollment of 18-24 graduate students at any time due to its two-year structure.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Application to a graduate program is completed through the Cal State Apply application process.
The graduate admission application must be submitted by the deadline to be considered for admission. The department accepts applications for the fall semester only, with a deadline of February 1st. The Master in Science programs generally require an interview during the admissions process.
Have a 3.0 GPA in their earned undergraduate degree or in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units completed, or have earned a post-baccalareate degree.
Some of the Psychology graduate programs require applicants to submit the results of the Graduate Record Examination verbal, quantitative, and writing sections. Applicants should check the current application of the program they are applying for requirements.
Students who intend to work toward the M.A. or the M.S. in Psychology must meet the prerequisites outlined within each concentration. Required undergraduate coursework that an applicant may not have completed can be rectified as the graduate advisor deems fit without being included as units toward completion of the master's degree
To advance to candidacy (graduation), graduate students must meet all the general requirements for the specific program in which they are involved.
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL IBT-80, PBT-550, PTE- 59
The graduate admission application must be submitted by the deadline to be considered for admission. The department accepts applications for the fall semester only, with a deadline of February 1st. The Master in Science programs generally require an interview during the admissions process.
Have a 3.0 GPA in their earned undergraduate degree or in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units completed, or have earned a post-baccalareate degree.
Some of the Psychology graduate programs require applicants to submit the results of the Graduate Record Examination verbal, quantitative, and writing sections. Applicants should check the current application of the program they are applying for requirements.
Students who intend to work toward the M.A. or the M.S. in Psychology must meet the prerequisites outlined within each concentration. Required undergraduate coursework that an applicant may not have completed can be rectified as the graduate advisor deems fit without being included as units toward completion of the master's degree
To advance to candidacy (graduation), graduate students must meet all the general requirements for the specific program in which they are involved.
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL IBT-80, PBT-550, PTE- 59
Tuition
USD
15,168