Is a Graduate Degree in Psychology for Me?

Psychologists are scientists who attempt to understand the fundamental patterns and causes of behavior and mental activities of people and animals. They do so by asking the question, "Why do individual living organisms do the things they do?" Unlike clinical psychologists involved with the treatment of mental disorders, the Experimental Psychologists at FAU attempt to understand the interactions among the brain, mind, and behavior, as well as the variety of variables that Influence these interactions. FAU DOES NOT OFFER A GRADUATE DEGREE IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY OR COUNSELING.

Careers in Psychology

Research and Teaching at a University, College, High School, Industry, School Board, Government, or entry into a program for clinical training in psychology.

Graduate Programs Offered by the Psychology Department at FAU

• PhD Doctoral Degree in Experimental Psychology
• Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience
• MA Masters of Arts Graduate Degree in Psychology

What are Core Areas of Study in Psychology at FAU?

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• Developmental Psychology
• Evolutionary Psychology
• Social/Personality Psychology

Faculty in the Department of Psychology

• Faculty Listing

Past Graduates

• Where and what some of our graduates are doing now.

Fall Application Deadline

• Ph.D.: January 15.
• M.A.: May 1.
• Applicants must complete both: the FAU application form is available at: through the FAU Graduate College. and the Psychology Department application form is available at: http://psy.fau.edu/graduate/onlineAppform/graduate/application.html

More Information About Programs and Financial Assistance

• Graduate Studies Coordinator
• Brett Laursen, Ph.D.
• Department of Psychology
• Florida Atlantic University
• 2912 College Avenue
• Davie, FL 33314
• laursen@fau.edu