Master in Psychology (Master's)

For Master in Psychology (Master's), tuition fees are 24,057 USD per year.

This MA in Psychology program with a general-experimental specialization prepares students to explore human behavior through scientific research and data analysis. It emphasizes experimental methods, quantitative analysis, and thesis-driven inquiry, teaching students to formulate hypotheses, conduct research, analyze data, and publish findings under faculty guidance. The program offers a flexible curriculum and hands-on lab experience for careers in research, academia, or applied psychology.

Focus areas include General-Experimental, Cognitive Psychology, Addictive Behaviors, Behavioral Neuroscience.

This is a 36-credit degree program that includes three required courses (Experimental Research Methods, Quantitative Research Methods, and Thesis Supervision), along with core courses and electives, culminating in a thesis project.

Graduates pursue roles such as Clinical Research Coordinator, Experimental Researcher, Psychological Consultant, Lab Manager, or Director of Counseling Services, and many continue to doctoral programs.

Applicants must submit a graduate program application, official undergraduate transcripts, a current resume, and two letters of recommendation (one academic if GPA > 3.0). Prerequisites include completion of at least nine credits of psychology courses, including Statistics for Behavioral Sciences and Research Methods.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Hybrid learning format with evening class schedules for flexibility. Full-time students typically complete the degree in four semesters over two academic years, with optional summer online courses available. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 91% of applicants.

Iona University brings together more than 4,000 students in a diverse community shaped by the values of justice, peace and service. The university began in 1940 and follows the educational tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Its alumni network includes 55,000 graduates around the world. Iona became a university in 2022 as its academic programs expanded.

Students can choose from 45 undergraduate majors, more than 35 minors, graduate degrees and advanced certificates. Academic areas include liberal arts, science, business administration, nursing and health sciences, communication, education, psychology, criminal justice and computer science. The university also offers graduate study in areas such as business analytics, occupational therapy, social work, mental health counseling and sports communication. Artificial intelligence is incorporated into learning to support innovation, creativity and critical thinking. Small classes and engaged professors are central to the academic experience.

Iona’s 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are four miles apart and connected by car or the Gael Express shuttle. New Rochelle offers modern facilities, while Bronxville has historic character and a downtown with shops, cafés and restaurants. Both campuses are a short train ride from New York City. Students can also explore Iona’s campus in Westport, Ireland, where classes take place at historic Westport House on a 400-acre estate. Campus life includes athletics, student clubs, volunteering and performances.