$31,516 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] Psychology
- Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology at the University of California Los Angeles is a 6 years (18 quarters) program.
- This program is an on-campus program.
- The admission of the students is for the fall quarter and on a full-time basis only.
- Students are required to obtain a thorough background in research methodology and psychological theory by completing requirements for a major.
- PhD program consists of a solid background of coursework in the realm of psychology, including lab courses and classes in statistics and research methods.
- The major fields or subdisciplines are offered in the following eight areas of psychology:
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Clinical Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Learning and Behavior Psychology
- Quantitative Psychology
- Social Psychology.
- The core program has three parts: a two-quarter statistics series, four core courses, one of which must be a third approved methods course, and a three quarter research sequence.
- Rigorous scientific training is the foundation of the UCLA Psychology PhD program.
- As part of this training, the department encourages student participation in the activities of a number of related departments, schools, or organized research units of the University.
- University provides the flexibility to complete the program in 9 years (27 quarters).
- UCLA is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and by numerous special agencies.
- Graduates are prepared for careers in both academic and applied settings including positions at universities and colleges, research and governmental organizations, and business and industry.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $11700 | $11700 | $11700 | $11700 |
| Health Insurance | $4714 | $4714 | $4714 | $4714 |
| International differential fee | $15102 | $15102 | $15102 | $15102 |
| Total Fees | $31516 | $31516 | $31516 | $31516 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 87 | 120 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Students having a broad knowledge of mathematical, biological, and social sciences is also recommended.
- Students hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the graduate study.
- Students need to submit a minimum GRE exam score (General and Subject in Psychology taken within the last five years).
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must have completed an Honours bachelor degree in first or upper second class.
- Or, students must complete a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.