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Towson University

Psychological Science Concentration

Ready to turn your curiosity about human behavior into a research career? The Master’s in Psychological Science program provides hands-on research experience and advanced training while preparing you for research positions and Ph.D. programs. Work closely with faculty mentors and build the skills needed to succeed in psychology and beyond.

Why Choose the Psychological Science Program?

Students in the Psychological Science graduate program receive extensive training in research methods, statistics and psychology content areas by engaging in project-based courses, laboratories and seminars. Our expert mentors are eager to collaborate with you in diverse areas of research including but not limited to social, cognitive, biological, developmental, and clinical psychology. Students enjoy our small class sizes, close interaction with faculty and peers, and access to spacious, well-equipped laboratories.

Virtual Information Session

If you are considering advancing your career with a master’s degree, join us on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025 7:00pm – 8:00pm for an engaging virtual information session where you will learn all about our Psychological Science MA and the exciting opportunities it offers.

Please register for this session at:

Virtual Information Session: TU Psychological Science

Degree Requirements

View degree requirements and course descriptions in the Graduate Catalog.

Admission Requirements and Deadlines

View admission requirements and deadlines to apply to the program.

Program Highlights

Alumni Network

Towson University is ideally situated near major public and private research institutions in the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area. Our alumni find employment in a variety of research related positions with employers such as National Institutes of Health, U.S. Army Research Labs, and private research firms such as Westat and IMPAQ. Our graduates also frequently continue their education in Ph.D. programs. Recently, students have been admitted to prestigious Ph.D. programs at Princeton University, Northwestern University, and Ohio State University.

Accessible Faculty

Our accomplished faculty are recognized scholars and dedicated teachers. They are also passionate mentors. Accessible and engaged, your professors will be there to give advice and encouragement, and connect you with opportunities and resources.

State-of-the-art Facilities

The department’s facilities include separate research labs with equipment for cognitive, biological, developmental, clinical, and social psychological research. Facilities also include state-of-the-art classrooms and computer labs for instruction on statistical software.

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