Master of Arts in PsychologyGraduate Degree

• PSY501 – Applied Learning Strategies (1 credit)
• PSY510 – Learning and Motivation
• PSY511 – Leading to Motivate
• PSY520 – Adult Development
• PSY521 – Developmental Considerations & Applications
• PSY530 – Research & Ethics
• PSY531 – Data Visualization
• PSY540 – Applied Social Psychology
• PSY541 – Group Dynamics & Cohesion
• PSY598 – Capstone/Thesis I
• PSY599 – Capstone/Thesis II

To be eligible for UIU’s Master of Arts in Psychology program, students must meet the following requirements:

• A baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by an agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education Office of Post-secondary Education (USDEOPE) or by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). (If from a foreign institution, an English translation and evaluation must accompany the record.)
• GPA or GRE/GMAT score:
  • A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better in undergraduate degree, or
  •  3.00 GPA or better in a minimum of 6 semester hours of graduate credit
  •  For MBA, MPA and MSA, an acceptable GRE or GMAT score. An acceptable score is 1090 for GRE, 308 for GRE revised General Test, or 550 for GMAT. An official GRE/ GMAT transcript, which is only available for five years following completion of the GMAT or GRE must be submitted directly to Upper Iowa University. See www.gre.org or www.gmat.org for information on these exams.
• Verification of English language proficiency requirements.
• International students must provide proof of financial responsibility. Contact advisor for more information.
• If minimum GPA or GRE/GMAT not met, additional documentation will be requested by the graduate program chair for further consideration.
  • Two letters of recommendation, resume or curriculum vitae, and essay.

At 31 credit hours – it’ll take most students about a year to complete.

A master’s in psychology is great for career advancement to leadership and managerial positions.

UIU’s Master of Arts in Psychology also provides you with a strong foundation to pursue advanced degrees (like a Ph.D.) in a subfield of your choice.

If you are interested in becoming a counselor, check out Upper Iowa’s Online Master of Science in Counseling program!

UIU’s Master of Arts in Psychology starts twice a year – once in the fall (Session 1) and once in the spring (Session 3).

We’re now taking applications for Fall 2024 start!

UIU’s Master of Arts in Psychology is offered 100% online. Courses are 8 weeks in length.