The program offers a basic grounding in psychology, ideal for students who are contemplating a career switch or who need buttressing of their undergraduate work. Largely elective, it offers ample opportunity for research and volunteer clinical experience. Students develop strong research and teaching skills, learn from experts in the field and can design their own concentration through numerous electives, and based on their passion.

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Admissions Facts

Total Credits: 31-40

GRE Required: The GRE has been required but is suspended since the pandemic.

Minimum TOEFL/IELTS Scores: 550 (PBT), 79-80 (IBT) or 6.5 (IELTS), 53 (PTE) or 100 (Duolingo)

Degree Awarded: M.A.

Eligibility:

Students may enter the program with an undergraduate major either in Psychology or in another field. Acceptance is based on assessment of the student's overall record and promise. The Graduate Record Examination is required; however, admission is based on flexible criteria. Special attention is given to the student's performance in the undergraduate courses of statistics and experimental psychology; students who have earned less than a B in either of these courses, or who have not taken them, are advised to contact the Director of the Masters Program in General Psychology, Dr. Vivien Tartter, before applying.

Supporting Documents Required:

• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• 2 letters of recommendation (At least one letter should be academic) 
• Resume/CV
• Personal Statement

Program Advisor: Prof. Vivien Tartter,  vtartter@ccny.cuny.edu

For more information, please visit the Program Website.

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