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Master of Arts [M.A] [Psychology] From American University

Washington, District of ColumbiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1893established year
13858enrollment
Private (Not for Profit)
Partner [1 Courses]
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Master of Arts [M.A] (Psychology)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #401 out of 601 by THE Global Ranking 2025

$57,660 /Yr

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  • The MA in Psychology will prepare the students for a career in researcha career in an applied field or to enter a doctoral program in Psychology or a related field.
  • They provide rigorous training to ensure you receive an advanced education in Psychology, research methods and skills, and relevant and effective pre-doctoral training.  
  • Whatever the student’s goals, their program provides the flexibility to ensure that he earns the MA that is right for him.
  • Students can pursue thesis or non-thesis options for their degree and choose from three tracks of specialization:
    • general psychology track,
    • clinical science track,
    • or cognition,
    • learning,
    • and neuroscience track.

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$57660

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing$18576
Transportation$1676

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$61578
2022$29898
2021$29898

Scores Required

80 / 120

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TOEFL

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

53 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

120 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

Students need to submit a minimum GRE exam score for a better chance of admission.


Required Document List

  • Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation - These show who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
  • Transcripts- 
  • Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
  • English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTSTOEFL, or PTE, etc.

Ranking

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Arts 363 out of 553 in Global Ranking
( #56 out of 83 in USA 2026)

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