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Unsure of which program is the best fit for you?

You can read this handy guide put together by one of our faculty, Dr. Heidi Riggio. It gives you a brief overview of the different degree programs offered at the masters or doctoral level (Note: The Psychology Department at Cal State LA does not offer doctoral degrees). On that page, you will also find some useful links to psychological organizations like APA, APS, and WPA to help you do some further research.

 

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Admission to the Masters Programs in Psychology

Acceptance into either of the department's graduate programs involves two separate applications:

1. Applicants must submit an online application to the University by going to Cal State Apply: http://www.calstate.edu/apply. For more information or for questions regarding this application, you can visit The Graduate Admissions website or call (323) 343-3901. The University application also requires that you submit one copy of official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended to the Admissions Office.

Official transcripts should be mailed to the following address:

2. Applicants must also submit a separate application directly to the Department of Psychology. Please refer to the application files located below under "Deadlines and Applications" for more detailed information. In addition to the Psychology Department application itself, each applicant must also submit: a) three (3) letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf, b) one copy of unofficial transcripts from each college or university attended and c) a personal statement/letter of intent.

Department applications should be mailed or dropped-off in person to the following address:

3. As part of the application process, an interview and/or writing sample may be requested.

Please note: if you are mailing your application, we recommend you contact the department office at (323) 343-2250 to confirm receipt of your materials.

 

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Deadlines and Applications

Applicants must submit completed Psychology Department and Cal State Apply applications by the deadlines listed below to be considered for Fall 2019 admission:

► Masters of Science in Forensic Psychology

• Department Deadline: February 15, 2019|  Department Application for MS in Forensic Psychology  | Letter of Recommendation Form  
• Cal State Apply Deadline: February 15, 2019|  Cal State Apply Application

 

► Masters of Arts in Psychology

• Department Deadline: February 15, 2019|   Department Application for MA in Psychology   |  Letter of Recommendation Form
• Cal State Apply Deadline: February 15, 2019|   Cal State Apply Application

 

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Prerequisite Program for Non-Psychology Majors

Students who do not have a bachelor's degree in Psychology are also encouraged to submit the University and Department applications and required materials. In such instances, admission may be granted on a conditional basis. Students admitted conditionally will be required to complete 31-36 units of Psychology coursework with a GPA of 3.0 or higher before beginning the Masters program. Whenever possible, credit will be given for equivalent coursework taken elsewhere. Click here for a list of Prerequisite Coursework.

Please note: coursework taken at a community college does not apply to upper division psychology requirements.

 

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