Psychological Science M.A.
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College of Education & Human Service Professions (DCEH)304 - Master of Arts
Preferred undergraduate degree in a related discipline
A psychology baccalaureate degree from an accredited US institution/foreign equivalent; other majors will be considered if comparable coursework in statistics and research methods has been completed.
Preferred undergraduate GPA
3
Preferred English language test for admission
No Preferred Test
TOEFL - Total - Score
79
TOEFL - Reading - Score
19
TOEFL - Writing - Score
21
IELTS - Total - Score
6.5
IELTS - Reading - Score
6.5
IELTS - Writing - Score
6.5
Is a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score used to determine admission to this program?
No
Is a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score used to determine admission to this program?
No
Description of other application requirements
Applicants must supply:
1. Unofficial transcripts or academic records for each institution attended, including partial or incomplete transcripts. These must be uploaded directly into the online application system.
2. A brief personal statement*
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. Writing sample*
5. CV
6. Diversity of Views and Experiences (DOVE) Statement*
*See MAPS website for further details.
Clinical-Counseling (CC) track applicants (practice emphasis or research emphasis):
· Must demonstrate successful completion of an undergraduate abnormal psychology (or psychopathology) course.
· Should be aware that, if admitted, will undergo a criminal background check before enrolling in practicum or internships per University policy.
Experimental Psychology track applicants:
· Are recommended to have previous research experience in a laboratory or through an individual project.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology applicants:
· Are recommended to have passed an introductory industrial/organizational psychology or similar course.
This program does not accept requests to award credit for non-traditional learning experiences. However, the transfer of up to 9 graduate-level course credits may be permitted following program review and approval.
The departmental deadline for applications is February 1 of the year of admission. Pending available space, applications submitted after the deadline may be considered. Admission to the program is for fall semester only.
International and domestic applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English language proficiency. Please visit the English Proficiency Requirements page for more information: z.umn.edu/proficiency-reqs
There is a new scoring scale for the TOEFL exam. Minimum required scores on exams taken on or after January 21, 2026 are as follows:
Overall: 4.5
Reading: 4.5
Writing: 4.5
The exam date should be within two years of the program start date.
1. Unofficial transcripts or academic records for each institution attended, including partial or incomplete transcripts. These must be uploaded directly into the online application system.
2. A brief personal statement*
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. Writing sample*
5. CV
6. Diversity of Views and Experiences (DOVE) Statement*
*See MAPS website for further details.
Clinical-Counseling (CC) track applicants (practice emphasis or research emphasis):
· Must demonstrate successful completion of an undergraduate abnormal psychology (or psychopathology) course.
· Should be aware that, if admitted, will undergo a criminal background check before enrolling in practicum or internships per University policy.
Experimental Psychology track applicants:
· Are recommended to have previous research experience in a laboratory or through an individual project.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology applicants:
· Are recommended to have passed an introductory industrial/organizational psychology or similar course.
This program does not accept requests to award credit for non-traditional learning experiences. However, the transfer of up to 9 graduate-level course credits may be permitted following program review and approval.
The departmental deadline for applications is February 1 of the year of admission. Pending available space, applications submitted after the deadline may be considered. Admission to the program is for fall semester only.
International and domestic applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English language proficiency. Please visit the English Proficiency Requirements page for more information: z.umn.edu/proficiency-reqs
There is a new scoring scale for the TOEFL exam. Minimum required scores on exams taken on or after January 21, 2026 are as follows:
Overall: 4.5
Reading: 4.5
Writing: 4.5
The exam date should be within two years of the program start date.