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PhD of Psychological Science

Montana State University

  • Bozeman, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychological Science at Montana State University is a programme in cognitive, Developmental, Health, Learning and social psychology.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Formulate original research questions in Psychological Science
  • Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
  • Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.

Career outcomes

  • Academia
  • For-profit
  • Government

Curriculum

  • Minimum 62 graduate credit hours
  • Including required courses and 8 elective courses (24 credits)
  • With training in cognitive
  • Developmental
  • Health
  • Learning
  • Physiological and social psychology
  • Statistics and research design.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor or master degree from an accredited or government-recognised university
  • GPA about 3.0/4.0
  • Three recommendation letters
  • Personal statement
  • Transcripts and English proficiency
  • GRE not mandatory
  • The department decides on research fit and funding.. Entry grade detail: B average (3.0/4.0) or equivalent
  • Department standards may be higher.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree from an accredited or government-recognised university (department decides).

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 4.2
  • TOEFL PBT 550
  • Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Recommendation Letters
  • Statement of Purpose.

How to apply

  1. Check the graduate programme requirements and any department-specific deadlines. Submit the online application and pay the 60 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts
  2. English proficiency evidence
  3. Three recommendation letters and a personal statement. Programmes may add test scores. After admission submit your confirmation. International Student & Scholar Services gives health insurance
  4. Orientation and housing information.

Other costs

Tuition per year$26,814, $25,040 USD
Application fee$60 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusBozeman
Faculty or schoolCollege of Letters & Science
DepartmentPsychology
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value62
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteInstitution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    1 Oct 2026

    Closed

  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    1 Feb 2027

    80 days left

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    15 May 2027

    183 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.