Educational Psychology (M.A.) & School Psychology (Cert/PD)
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Each graduate program has a unique set of requirements. Applicants MUST apply via the specific program application.
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Educational Psychology (MA) & School Psychology (Cert/PD) - Spring 2020 (January Start)
The School Psychology program is no longer accepting new applications for fall 2019. You may apply now for spring 2020 at the link above.
Admission requirements:
- A completed graduate application form, including a $55 non-refundable application fee
- A 500-1000 word essay discussing your goals and objectives for pursuing admission to the degree program to which you are applying
- Official transcripts from all previous U.S. colleges attended or official NACES course-by- course evaluation of any foreign transcripts*
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Professional Resume or CV
- Official copy of GRE score
- Official documentation of English Language Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) or waiver if applicable
Pre-requisites:
- Must have taken a minimum of 9 credits undergraduate credits in psychology.
*Note: NJCU does not evaluate international transcripts. In lieu of a transcript, applicants with a non-U.S. degree need to submit a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES Accredited Member that includes U.S. bachelor’s degree equivalency information for their coursework.
Priority Application Deadlines:
Domestic Applicants
Fall: March 1
Spring: November 1
International Applicants
Fall: March 1
Spring: November 1
For more information on the School Psychology program, please visit the department website here
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