Developmental Psychology

Area Mission
The graduate program in Developmental Psychology prepares individuals primarily for careers aimed at enhancing our understanding of human development. Graduate training focuses on the development of domain-specific theoretical and empirical expertise in a specific area of Developmental Psychology, as well as strong foundation in human development across the life span.

Prospective Students
Students are admitted each fall semester. Applications are welcomed from students with Bachelor's or Master's degrees. In selecting students for the graduate program in Developmental Psychology, both traditional academic qualifications and relevant research-related experiences are considered, along with the match between the applicant's research interests and those of the faculty. Admitted students can expect to receive funding in the form of teaching or research assistantships, with levels of support and benefits generally typical of those offered among doctoral level psychology programs. Some students may also qualify for special Graduate School supplements.

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