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Penn's Psychology graduate program prioritizes academic excellence and research achievements. The initial year balances introductory psychology courses with hands-on research opportunities. Research remains central throughout the program, complemented by seminar participation, teaching roles, and intellectual exchange. Admission is granted to the overall program rather than specific concentrations, allowing students and professors to shape their academic focus. Close student-faculty relationships foster mutual interests in psychology's theoretical, historical, and philosophical underpinnings while promoting collaborative research endeavors.
Applicants for master’s and doctoral programs must have obtained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited School or University prior to intended matriculation date.
A strong command of the English language is necessary for successful study at Penn. Applicants whose families do not speak English at home, or applicants who have not attended a high school or secondary school where the primary language of instruction is English, are asked to take the TOEFL, the Test of English as a Foreign Language, administered by the Educational Testing Service. In the event the TOEFL is not readily accessible, Penn will accept results from the IELTS, the International English Language Testing System.