Master of Science in Experimental Psychology

At the College of Psychology, we offer an exciting M.S. in Experimental Psychology program. Our courses are taught by energetic faculty who are actively involved with research in their areas of expertise. Our faculty members engage students in the classroom by discussing the latest research breakthroughs and in the laboratory by developing students' research skills.Students gain experience by conducting independent research projects that advance our knowledge of human behavior. The goal of our program is to prepare our graduates for rewarding careers in psychology and for admission to psychology doctoral programs. By earning an M.S. in Experimental Psychology, our graduates become stronger candidates for competitive Ph.D. programs in a variety of areas of psychology and neuroscience.We encourage students who want to be challenged in the classroom and who seek research opportunities in behavioral neuroscience and social, cognitive, and developmental psychology to consider our graduate program.

An earned bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 2.5 from a regionally accredited institution and with an appropriate major. (see program-specific admission requirements under individual programs). Lower GPA scores must be accompanied with a supplemental letter explaining why the low GPA does not reflect inadequate potential for success in the program.Sealed official transcripts from all institutions attended.Applicants whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency. The following standardized tests satisfy the university's English requirement for nonnative English speakers. Minimum scores must be met. Official test results must be sent directly from the testing agency to Nova Southeastern University. Institution codes for sending official scores are listed respectively.An applicant can qualify for an exemption from taking an English proficiency examination if one of the following criteria is met:Successful completion of at least a bachelor's degree at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher education.Passing Level 5 with at least 85% at Talk International Language School.