The interdisciplinary program in social psychology provides doctoral students with the opportunity to pursue either a major concentration or a minor in social psychology. A minor may be chosen through these programs as well as nursing science and psychology and human development. Students are admitted to and earn the Ph.D. degree in one of the participating disciplines and complete a minimum of five courses in social psychology offered by the programs and approved by the interdisciplinary committee. In addition, participants enroll in an interdisciplinary seminar in social psychology for at least three semesters.
Students choosing a major concentration conduct their dissertation research in social psychology.
Prospective students should apply for admission in psychology, sociology, or management and indicate on the Graduate School's application their interest in social psychology. Individuals already studying in these disciplines may elect at any time to complete a major or minor concentration in social psychology, and those in nursing science or psychology and human development may satisfy a minor concentration by enrolling in the required course sequence.