Bellingham,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Experimental Psychology in Bellingham United States | Western Washington University
Western Washington University
|
Bellingham United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,375
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Experimental Psychology program offers outstanding preparation for students aiming to pursue a Ph.D. in psychology. Our graduate program follows a mentorship approach, matching each new student with a faculty advisor who shares their academic interests and will guide their scholarly development. Students gain comprehensive training in research methodology, statistical analysis, and specialized knowledge within their chosen field.
The graduate curriculum emphasizes hands-on research training across key psychological disciplines including cognitive, social, developmental, and neuroscience areas. This is achieved through both structured coursework and practical research opportunities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to the Experimental Psychology Graduate Program must have a baccalaureate degree in any field prior to admission must have completed courses in Introductory Psychology Statistics Research Methods and must have completed courses in three of the following areas Cognitive Psychology Social Psychology Developmental Psychology PhysiologicalBehavioral Neuroscience
Within the application you will be prompted to upload an unofficial transcript from each institution attended If admitted you will be asked to provide official transcripts
Additional application materials are specified below Applications will not be forwarded to the department for review until all required materials have been received by the Graduate School
Three 3 Letters of Reference
Statement of Purpose
Please address the following questions in 25 doublespaced pages
Explain why you are interested in pursuing training in Experimental Psychology How have your professional eg research academic work andor lived experiences contributed to your interest in applying to this program
Describe your current and prior research experiences including the research topic and your level of involvement responsibilities and accomplishments
Describe which theoretical issues research problems or application areas you are particularly interested in Why are these issues especially interesting and important
Provide the names of faculty members with whom you may wish to work Discuss in detail how your interests goals and experiences align with their research program
3.0 minimum GPA
Score at or above the minimum TOEFL 86 iBT or IELTS 7.0
Within the application you will be prompted to upload an unofficial transcript from each institution attended If admitted you will be asked to provide official transcripts
Additional application materials are specified below Applications will not be forwarded to the department for review until all required materials have been received by the Graduate School
Three 3 Letters of Reference
Statement of Purpose
Please address the following questions in 25 doublespaced pages
Explain why you are interested in pursuing training in Experimental Psychology How have your professional eg research academic work andor lived experiences contributed to your interest in applying to this program
Describe your current and prior research experiences including the research topic and your level of involvement responsibilities and accomplishments
Describe which theoretical issues research problems or application areas you are particularly interested in Why are these issues especially interesting and important
Provide the names of faculty members with whom you may wish to work Discuss in detail how your interests goals and experiences align with their research program
3.0 minimum GPA
Score at or above the minimum TOEFL 86 iBT or IELTS 7.0
Tuition
USD
27,375