Programme Type:

Course Overview

All psychology programs offer a wide range of courses at both introductory and advanced levels in areas such as developmental, social, abnormal, personality, and experimental psychology, and in special topic areas such as techniques of psychotherapy, drugs and behavior, health psychology, sport psychology, psychology and the law, and current issues in psychology.

The School of Psychology and Counseling offers a four-year B.A. in Psychology with optional tracks in

  • Behavioral neuroscience
  • Clinical social work
  • Consumer psychology
  • Forensic psychology
  • Mental health

The school also offers five-year accelerated B.A./M.A. programs in

  • General/theoretical psychology
  • Forensic psychology
  • Industrial/organizational psychology 

and a combined B.A. in Psychology (clinical social work track) and a Master’s in Social Work in conjunction with New York University’s School of Social Work.

Program Outcomes

The School of Psychology has five learning outcomes consistent with those identified by the American Psychological Association (APA, 2003) Task Force on Undergraduate Learning Goals and Outcomes.

  • Research Methods Learning Objectives: Students will understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • Writing Abilities Learning Objectives: Students will write effectively, communicate clearly in the language of the discipline of psychology, and utilize proper writing mechanics.
  • Critical Thinking Skills Learning Objectives: Students will respect and use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and when possible, the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes.
  • Knowledge Base Learning Objectives: Students will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
  • Public Speaking and Oral Presentation Skills Learning Objectives: Students will speak effectively, communicate knowledge in the discipline of psychology, and utilize proper oral presentation mechanics.

Entry Requirement 

Admission Requirements:

Submit an application.

  1. Upload or mail your academic records from all secondary schools attended. If your transcripts, diploma, or any other academic documents are not in English, you MUST include an official English translation. Include any AP, IB, and/or GCE scores. You may be eligible for transfer credit for the following exams and qualifying scores: Metropolitan Campus AP Policy  or Florham Campus AP Policy

    IB Diploma/ Certificates: 5 or higher per Higher Level exam

    GCE A-levels: C or above per A-level exam (up to 6 credits)

  2. Submit a TOEFL, IELTS, PTE-A, or SAT score.
    – Read about our English Proficiency Requirements.
    – An SAT or ACT score is optional for admission but required for higher scholarship consideration.
  3. Submit (2) letters of recommendation from academic references.
  4. Submit a copy of your passport.
  5. Submit a bank statement and Affidavit of Financial Support if you are seeking an F-1 visa.
    – Bank statements must indicate a balance that will cover your first year of tuition and living expenses.
    – The Affidavit of Support must be in the name of the sponsor on your bank statement. Multiple bank statements require an affidavit from each sponsor. Self-sponsored applicants do not need an affidavit.

English Language Requirements:

  Regular (Direct) Admission Pre-Master’s Program (Graduate) Intermediate Pre-Master’s Program (Graduate) Pre-University Program (Undergraduate) Intermediate Pre-University Program (Undergraduate) Conditional Admission
TOEFLIBT 70 60 50 50 40 Not required
IELTS 6 5.5 5 5 4.5 Not required
ITEP 3.7 3.5 3.2 3.2 2.9 Not required
Pearson’s PTE-A 53 50 50 45 36 Not required
GTEC 1150 1075 1000 1000 900 Not required
E3PT 65 58 58 54 48 Not required
Duolingo 100 90 80 80 70 Not required
FDU EPS EPS 1109 + 1119 EPS placement test score 8   EPS placement test score 7   Not required
or EPS placement test score 7 EPS placement test score 3
EPS 5109 + 5119    
Other SAT EBRW: 480 ELS EAP level 110 ELS EAP level 109 ELS EAP level 109 ELS EAP level 107 Not required
ACT English: 22
ELS EAP level 112

Fees

Tuition Fees and Medical Insurance: $37000

This information was accurate on : 14/04/2021
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