Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Psychology - Developmental Psychology in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,324
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Developmental Psychology Area consists of faculty members and doctoral candidates investigating cognitive, social, and emotional development across different life stages. Our graduate program is built on the fundamental belief that developmental processes are essential for comprehending any psychological phenomenon. While students typically focus on a specific developmental phase and content area, they are also urged to examine broader patterns of change throughout the lifespan. To support this objective, students enroll in diverse graduate courses, with opportunities for advanced statistical training. Each student collaborates closely with a faculty advisor to establish a cohesive research agenda, preparing them for postdoctoral opportunities. The program prioritizes presenting findings at leading academic conferences and publishing in prestigious peer-reviewed journals. Prospective students should review faculty web pages (listed below) to identify research areas aligning with their interests, as this compatibility plays a key role in admissions. Additionally, students may pursue a specialization in Developmental Psychopathology (details below).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A master's degree is not required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree in Psychology is strongly recommended. Depending on the area of interest, a bachelor's degree in a biology-related discipline may be appropriate.
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, state your interest in Temple's program and outline your research goals, future career goals, and academic and research achievements. This statement should also identify your first, second, and third choice of faculty with whom you are applying to work. If your choice of potential faculty mentor is not included, your application may not receive full review.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE General Test: Optional. Scores may be submitted if available. Note that if applying for the Clinical Psychology area, GRE scores will not be considered in admissions decisions. Applications for the Cognition and Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, and Social Psychology areas will receive equal consideration with or without GRE scores.
GRE Subject Test in Psychology: Not required.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 105
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree in Psychology is strongly recommended. Depending on the area of interest, a bachelor's degree in a biology-related discipline may be appropriate.
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, state your interest in Temple's program and outline your research goals, future career goals, and academic and research achievements. This statement should also identify your first, second, and third choice of faculty with whom you are applying to work. If your choice of potential faculty mentor is not included, your application may not receive full review.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE General Test: Optional. Scores may be submitted if available. Note that if applying for the Clinical Psychology area, GRE scores will not be considered in admissions decisions. Applications for the Cognition and Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, and Social Psychology areas will receive equal consideration with or without GRE scores.
GRE Subject Test in Psychology: Not required.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 105
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Tuition
USD
27,324