Washington State University at Vancouver

Programme overview

The Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology at Washington State University Vancouver is an established doctoral programme emphasizing advanced research in applied and basic experimental psychology. Students develop specialized training in one of five areas (behavior analysis, cognition, biological psychology, sensation and perception, or social/organizational psychology) while working under faculty supervision throughout their enrollment.

What you'll study

The curriculum is individually tailored around each student’s interests and career goals, balancing required coursework with sustained research activities directed by a faculty mentor. Graduates obtain specialized training in one of five distinct areas: behavior analysis, cognition, biological-psychology, sensation and perception, or social/organizational psychology.

Entry requirements

An admissions committee evaluates applications individually on potential as a psychologist and makes recommendations to the experimental psychology faculty for final decisions. Applicants are encouraged to highlight special skills or qualifications that strengthen their application. Prospective students can apply online and contact the campus admissions office for more information.

Career prospects

Alumni leave the programme prepared to contribute to basic and applied experimental psychology in academia, government service, and private industry, equipped to become productive professional psychologists in research and applied settings.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

All graduate students in this program receive full funding during their first year. Funding in subsequent years depends on satisfactory progress toward the degree and on departmental funding availability. Standard support mechanisms listed by the program include teaching assistantships, research assistantships, predoctoral fellowships, work-study stipends, and specialized funding for qualified minorities.