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General Experimental Psychology Ph.D.

Conduct in-depth research into human behavior and contribute to the field of psychology as a scholar, researcher or educator.

The study of human behavior offers an endless array of insights. A Ph.D. in Psychology prepares you to advance scientific knowledge by designing, conducting and disseminating research.

Program type:
Doctoral Degree
Format:
On Campus
Est. time to complete:
4 years
Credit hours:
90
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Why earn in general experimental psychology Ph.D.?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Dec. 1

If you're an international student, refer to the international application process for deadlines.

Whether you're interested in the psychological effects of aging, neuropsychology, or social interactions and relationships, the Ph.D. program at UND gives you the skills and knowledge you need to make a real contribution.

Designed for students with a particular interest in research, the Ph.D. program emphasizes both breadth and depth of experience. In addition to your general coursework, you can choose from the following areas of specialty:

  • Experimental Analysis of Behavior
  • Applied Cognition
  • Health and Aging
  • Social Psychology
  • Psychology and the Law

Whichever track you choose, you'll:

  • Explore a broad spectrum of issues in the field
  • Develop psychology experimental and quantitative skills
  • Prepare to design, conduct, analyze, and disseminate research that advances the scientific study of psychology

General Experimental Psychology Ph.D. Programs

  • Work closely with experienced faculty who are experts in everything from cognitive aging to social relationship to assessment of learning problems.

  • Earn a stipend for work as a graduate teaching assistant.

  • Develop your teaching skills through the Teaching Assistantships and Instructional Skills Training Track.

  • Conduct original scholarly research and complete an empirical dissertation.

  • Enhance your professional skills at 60+ free workshops offered through the UND School of Graduate Studies. Our goal is to provide you with the workforce skills and job search strategies to succeed.

  • Study at a Carnegie R1 Institution ranked #151 by the NSF. Students are an integral part of UND research.

What can I do with a general psychology Ph.D.?

93k

Median annual salary for psychologists, 2023

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A Ph.D. in General/Experimental Psychology from UND prepares you for a rewarding career as a scholar, researcher, or teacher. Graduates of the program have achieved success in positions such as:

  • Behavioral Researcher
  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow
  • Research Analyst
  • Lecturer
  • Assistant Professor

Ph.D. in General Psychology Careers

And many UND graduates of the program now work at many reputable institutions and organizations, including:

  • University of Denver
  • Leech Lake Band of Ojibwee
  • Indiana University East
  • Northrop Grumman
  • U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory

General/Experimental Psychology Ph.D. Courses

PSYC 541. Advanced Univariate Statistics. 3 Credits.

Theory of univariate statistics; application to quantitative data in psychology. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, college algebra, and elementary statisitcs.

PSYC 542. Multivariate Statistics for Psychology. 3 Credits.

The appropriate use and interpretation of multivariate data analytic techniques in psychology. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and PSYC 541.

PSYC 543. Experimental Design. 3 Credits.

Application of statistics and probability theory to the design and analysis of experiments. Prerequisite: PSYC 541 or consent of instructor.

Knowledge to Lead

Through research and hands-on experience, UND students are learning to make an impact and change the world.

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adam.derenne@UND.edu

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