Laramie,
WY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Psychology - Cognition/Cognitive Development in Laramie United States | University of Wyoming
University of Wyoming
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Laramie United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,340
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Doctoral candidates in Psychology focusing on Cognition or Cognitive Development receive specialized training to master theoretical frameworks, contemporary research, and experimental methodologies in these fields. The Cognition track explores areas such as memory systems, spatial reasoning, applied decision-making processes, and age-related cognitive changes. Meanwhile, Cognitive Development examines children's evolving understanding of mental states, social cognition, higher-order thinking skills, ethical growth, as well as adult developmental potentials, belief systems, and life satisfaction. Both specializations prioritize hands-on research experience.
Over their four-year program, students develop both independent research capabilities and collaborative skills by working alongside faculty mentors and peers. This adaptable approach prepares graduates for diverse career paths in higher education, scientific research, public sector roles, and various service-oriented professions.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants will upload the following documents to the online application
Departmental Application Form
Personal Statement
CV
Unofficial Transcripts
Only students admitted into our program will be required to send official documents
The University of Wyomings institutional minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 540 76 iBT The minimum acceptable IELTS score is 6.5
UW must receive official transcripts mark sheets transcripts exam results diploma etc for admissions These documents must be original or certified true copies that are either sent directly from the schools in a sealed envelope or from a transcript evaluation agency such as World Education Services WES or any other evaluation agency listed as a member on the NACES website All records should be submitted in the native language and accompanied with an official English translation
We do NOT require the GRE To remove any pressure on applicants to take the GRE we will not be reviewing GRE scores for any applicants even when those scores have been submitted along with the application In addition please do not comment on your scores if you have taken the exam in your materials and ask your letter writers to refrain from commenting on them as well
Departmental Application Form
Personal Statement
CV
Unofficial Transcripts
Only students admitted into our program will be required to send official documents
The University of Wyomings institutional minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 540 76 iBT The minimum acceptable IELTS score is 6.5
UW must receive official transcripts mark sheets transcripts exam results diploma etc for admissions These documents must be original or certified true copies that are either sent directly from the schools in a sealed envelope or from a transcript evaluation agency such as World Education Services WES or any other evaluation agency listed as a member on the NACES website All records should be submitted in the native language and accompanied with an official English translation
We do NOT require the GRE To remove any pressure on applicants to take the GRE we will not be reviewing GRE scores for any applicants even when those scores have been submitted along with the application In addition please do not comment on your scores if you have taken the exam in your materials and ask your letter writers to refrain from commenting on them as well
Tuition
USD
19,340