Apply To The Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology (MA)
Thank you for considering the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology (MSPP) programs. Applicants are considered on their overall potential for successful performance in graduate level coursework as well as the potential “fit” with our programs and fields of study.
In the links below you will find application information to the MA in Organizational Psychology program for the academic year 2008-2009. We ask that all materials be sent in one package to the MSPP Admissions Office.
Pre-Requisites
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
Pre-Requisite Courses
Suggested 2 years of business work experience or training and background in business education or mental health.
Application Forms
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Letter of Recommendation Form (PDF 84k)
Send completed application with resume and $50.00 application fee to:
MSPP Admissions/Organizational
221 Rivermoor Street
Boston, MA 02132
Or fax: 617-327-4447, Attention: Admissions
Make check payable to MSPP
Times and Deadlines for 2008/2009 Admission
Application Deadline for General Consideration
Rolling admission on a space available basis.
Interviews
None.
Applying Concurrently to the Organizational Psychology Program and other MSPP Programs
The Organizational Psychology Program, the PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology, the Counseling Psychology, and the School Psychology Program involve different graduate experiences, specializations, and career trajectories. It is possible, however, that your interests align with more than one program.
If applying to more than one program, the Organizational Psychology Program application and the other application(s) should be submitted by their respective deadlines. The application review process for each program is separate.
Please take note of the following when applying to more than one program:
- The application fee if applying to more than one program is $75.
- Separate essays must be submitted (Autobiographical Statement, Statement of Purpose & Goals, and if applicable, Change of Career), although it is understood that these materials may be the same or similar for multiple applications.
If you are offered and accept admission to another MSPP program, your Organizational Psychology Program application will be considered withdrawn. Similarly, if you accept the offer of admission to the Organizational Psychology Program, your application to any other MSPP program is withdrawn.
Selection of Candidates
Completed application packets are thoroughly reviewed by members of the MSPP faculty. Each component of the application is an important part of the process. Although cutoff scores are not strictly applied, an undergraduate and/or graduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is expected. Applicants are welcome to submit GRE scores in order to present another indication of their strengths and abilities although the GRE is not required. Applicants who are non-native speakers of English may be required to take the Test of English as A Second Language (TOEFL) to provide evidence of their level of English as it is spoken and written in North America. TOEFL combined scores (listening, structure and written expression, speaking and reading) will ideally be over 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer based) or 92 (internet based).
Updated 3/27/08