Research and Experimental Psychology MA Program

The Master of Arts Program in Research and Experimental Psychology affords its candidates an opportunity for advanced study of psychological theory and research techniques with the following objectives in mind:

  • To succeed in business, industry and/or a research setting: Our program's emphasis on the mastery of statistical and methodological procedures, research experience, and critical thinking produces graduates that are well suited for many careers in business, government, and/or an array of research settings.
  • To earn a Ph.D. in psychology: The coursework and experience obtained in the Research and Experimental Psychology MA Program is designed to enhance students' credentials when applying to highly competitive doctoral programs.

The emphasis of the Research and Experimental Psychology MA program is on psychological theory and research skill development. Admission to the Program is based on an adequate undergraduate background in psychology and other disciplines. Courses selected for concentrations of study commensurate with the objectives listed above probably require specific prerequisites or their equivalent. Students who do not have an adequate background in psychology to pursue a specific concentration should expect to spend extra time completing work before applying for the degree. The specific courses comprising the program of study for a concentration are selected in consultation with the Research and Experimental Psychology M.A. Program Coordinator.

Interested in Clinical Psychology?

Since this program is for those interested in a career in research, we are only a good fit for those interested in clinical research and not clinical practice. (If you are interested in clinical practice, our MS in Clinical Psychology program may be a better fit for you. 

Christine Ma-Kellams, Ph.D.

Graduate Coordinator, Research and Experimental Psychology MA Program
San Jose State University
College of Social Sciences
Department of Psychology
Dudley Moorhead Hall 312
San Jose, CA 95192-0120
Email: Christine.Ma-Kellams@sjsu.edu
Phone: 408-924-5642

Program Information

Application Information

  • Application Information and Instructions
  • Application period October 1 through February 1
  • Deadline: February 1
  • Fall Admissions Only
  • NOTE: GRE no longer required or considered for admission.
  • Applications are reviewed by committee in Feb and March, and decisions go out by mid-March (around 20th)