The Ph.D. program can be completed in five years. The final one to two years of work are heavily concentrated on research leading to the dissertation. In certain areas, a one-year predoctoral internship is required. While the department cannot guarantee an internship, our students are successful in finding placement. Specific programs of study are largely determined by your interests and the requirements of the specialty area.
All areas emphasize research competence.
You can expect to take courses in history and systems of psychology, statistics, and research methodology. You also are urged to attend colloquia outside your area of specialization. No foreign language proficiency is required, but graduates must be able to communicate fluently and precisely in English. Financial Support Many graduate students work to finance their study. Duties vary from assisting a professor in preparation and grading of exams to teaching an introductory course.