Doctoral Degree in Psychology from the University at Buffalo

Overview

• emphasis on research and scholarship contributing to the scientific understanding of psychology
• prepares graduate students to:
  • become leading researchers
  • assume important positions in academic institutions or professional practice
  • make new contributions to knowledge through independent research
• faculty mentors drawn from four focused psychological sub-disciplines
• admission is to one of the graduate programs, requiring formal acceptance to switch

Doctoral Programs:

• Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience
• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
• Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology
• Ph.D. in Social-Personality Psychology

How to Apply for the Doctoral Degree

Graduate Courses:

• Descriptions
• Courses with Online Materials

Answers to some common questions:

• Requirements for the Doctoral Degree
  
  
• General Information at the UB Graduate School Site
  
  
• Buffalo - The City of Good Neighbors
  
  
• Sources of Funding
  
  
• How to apply...
  
  • Deadlines
  • Application Process
    
    
• Titles of Recent Doctoral Dissertations
  
  
• Other Frequently Asked Questions
  
  1. What is the University at Buffalo like?
  2. What is living in Buffalo really like?
  3. How much does it cost to live in Western New York?
  4. What can I do with a graduate Psychology degree?
  5. Where are you located? I'd like to come and vist.
  6. Does the University at Buffalo accept applications from international students? Canadians?
  7. Are GRE scores important?
  8. What are acceptable GRE scores?
  9. I didn't do well on the GRE test (OR my grade average is low). Should I still apply?
  10. I took the Graduate Record Exam over five years ago. Do I need to retake it?
  11. How many students apply and how many are accepted? What is the ratio?
  12. What coursework is required and what are the typical GRE scores of accepted students?
  13. How should I calculate my GPA?
  14. Can I substitute another test for the Graduate Record Exams?
  15. If I already have a Master's degree, how long will it take to complete a Ph.D. program? How many courses will transfer towards a doctoral degree?
  16. Is a Master's degree required before I can apply to the Ph.D. program?
  17. I didn't major in psychology as an undergraduate. May I still apply to your graduate program?
  18. What about housing at UB?

Any remaining questions? Drop us a note:

Graduate Admissions
Department of Psychology
Park Hall Room 210
University at Buffalo--The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY 14260-4110

Phone: (716) 645-3650 x209
Email: psych@buffalo.edu