Carbondale,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Psychology- Applied Psychology in Carbondale United States | Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
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Carbondale United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,809
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Applied Psychology concentration blends industrial/organizational psychology with applied social psychology, preparing students for diverse careers in business, government, nonprofits, consulting, and academia. The curriculum covers statistical analysis, applied social science research methods, program evaluation, organizational consulting, and traditional academic research. A standout feature is our student-run consulting firm, Applied Research Consultants (ARC), which offers real-world training in psychological applications.
Applied Research Consultants (ARC): This distinctive SIU program provides hands-on experience in psychological consulting. Students develop practical skills in needs assessment, survey creation, data interpretation, and report preparation through ARC's student-operated projects. Learn more on the ARC website.
Specializations: Students craft personalized specialization plans aligned with their career aspirations and dissertation topics. These custom tracks are built through coursework, directed readings, and independent study under faculty guidance.
Financial Support: Generous funding packages are guaranteed for first-year students and typically continue throughout enrollment. Qualified students receive stipends, tuition waivers, and gain professional experience through teaching, research assistantships, or externships.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Application form
Personal Statement*
Summary of Research/Professional Experience (Research interests)
Resume / CV
Three letters of recommendation
Unofficial transcripts
$65 application fee (paid by credit card to SIU Graduate School). Fee waivers are available for McNair and Fulbright Scholars. Please contact the Graduate Admissions Coordinator for more information.
550 on the paper-based TOEFL
80 on the internet-based TOEFL
6.5 on the IELTS
3.0 on all previous graduate level coursework (approximately a B+ average)
Admission to the Ph.D. program requires a master's degree, a grade point average of 3.25 or above in graduate studies, and acceptance by the program. A student who receives the master's degree from SIU must apply formally to the Graduate School for admission to doctoral-level study, and must be approved by the faculty.
Records of students entering the program with a master's degree from another institution are evaluated by the program admissions committee which notes deficiencies, recommends methods for removing them, and specifies a time limit to do so. Such deficiencies must be removed before the student can be classified as a Ph.D. candidate. The student is recommended to the graduate dean for admission to Ph.D. candidacy only when core curriculum requirements and the preliminary examination(s) have been satisfactorily completed.
Personal Statement*
Summary of Research/Professional Experience (Research interests)
Resume / CV
Three letters of recommendation
Unofficial transcripts
$65 application fee (paid by credit card to SIU Graduate School). Fee waivers are available for McNair and Fulbright Scholars. Please contact the Graduate Admissions Coordinator for more information.
550 on the paper-based TOEFL
80 on the internet-based TOEFL
6.5 on the IELTS
3.0 on all previous graduate level coursework (approximately a B+ average)
Admission to the Ph.D. program requires a master's degree, a grade point average of 3.25 or above in graduate studies, and acceptance by the program. A student who receives the master's degree from SIU must apply formally to the Graduate School for admission to doctoral-level study, and must be approved by the faculty.
Records of students entering the program with a master's degree from another institution are evaluated by the program admissions committee which notes deficiencies, recommends methods for removing them, and specifies a time limit to do so. Such deficiencies must be removed before the student can be classified as a Ph.D. candidate. The student is recommended to the graduate dean for admission to Ph.D. candidacy only when core curriculum requirements and the preliminary examination(s) have been satisfactorily completed.
Tuition
USD
40,809