Master of Science in Applied Psychology

The Master’s in Applied Psychology is designed to strengthen your understanding of applied psychology by deeply exploring core concepts to help clarify your interest in the field and prepare you for advanced job opportunities or further training.Northeastern's Master of Science in Applied Psychology program is designed to provide evidence-based knowledge and counseling skills to students who seek entry into doctoral programs in psychology as well as graduates in human services, psychology, and health sciences who want advanced training in applied psychology but do not seek to become licensed mental health counselors.The 100% online curriculum provides you with the flexibility to continue working or earn your degree from wherever you are.The MS in Applied Psychology addresses the complex issues of individuals, families, employers, and communities burdened with mental health problems associated with loneliness and depression—including domestic violence, gun violence, sexual assault, discrimination, and poverty.Graduates of the Master of Science in Applied Psychology are prepared to work in various for-profit and nonprofit organizations focused on community mental health, higher education, research, healthcare, and more. The need for trained professionals is growing as most people with a diagnosable mental health disorder do not receive treatment from individuals with advanced training in applied psychology.

Enrolling graduate and professional program students are required to submit to Northeastern University (NU) their official transcripts including evidence of the completion of the bachelor’s degree and the date of degree conferral within 30 days from the start of their first academic term.