The strongest applicants for the Human Factors program are ones who have completed a year of physical or biological science, courses in mathematics including calculus, and computer science. Students who are missing one or more prerequisite courses will be expected to complete appropriate remedial coursework at the onset of the program in addition to degree requirements. Students admitted to the terminal M.S. program should have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and must have completed most of the specified coursework. All prospective students must submit the application form and have an official transcript sent from each institution they have attended. Three letters of recommendation are needed from university professors or relevant professionals.
All admissions are competitive.
Students who are admitted to the terminal M.S. program need to officially apply for admission to the Ph.D. program. Admission will be competitive. Admission to the M.S. does not guarantee admission to the Ph.D. program upon completion. It is typical for all full-time psychology graduate students to receive a graduate assistantship which includes full tuition remission and a stipend. Students are awarded teaching assistantships or research assistantships.