Master's Degree

Psychology, M.S.

Why Pursue an M.S. in Psychology at Ferrum College?

The Master of Science in Psychology is a flexible, non-licensure degree program, enabling students to adapt the program to their particular interests and goals in Psychology. Emphasis is placed on expanding knowledge and applying current theories and practices within a professional context using ethical standards while maintaining a sensitivity to diverse ideals and cultures.

Benefits of the M.S. in psychology degree:

• 100% online
• Can be completed in a year
• Flexible coursework for career advancement
• Preparation for doctoral work in psychology

Psychology, M.S., Sample Courses

There are 30 required credit hours of courses in psychology.

• Developmental Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Techniques of Counseling
• Advanced Abnormal Psychology

Standard Admission Requirements

Students wishing to enroll in the online graduate program need to meet all criteria established by our graduate school as listed in the Graduate School Catalog in addition to:

• Graduate Record of Examination (GRE) scores accepted, but not required.
• Completion of at least 12 credits in undergraduate coursework in psychology or a related field with a 2.75 undergrad GPA or higher (or alternative acceptable experience).
• Academic Writing Sample demonstrating adequate command of APA formatting. 
• Formal Admissions Interview.

Early Admission Requirements

Undergraduate psychology students demonstrating exceptional performance may be eligible to enroll in graduate-level coursework via the early admissions option starting their senior year. Undergraduate students accepted into this track may take up to four graduate-level courses which will count toward both degrees.

Meet the Faculty

Michelle Wright

Email: mfwright@ferrum.edu

Sharon Stein

Professor of Psychology and Program Coordinator of Psychology

Phone: (540) 365-4393

Email: sstein@ferrum.edu

Ryan Cooper

Director of Graduate Psychology, MS and Assistant Professor of Psychology

Email: rrcooper@ferrum.edu

Angie Dahl

Associate Professor of Psychology

Phone: (540) 365-4404

Email: adahl@ferrum.edu

Abigail Jamison

Assistant Professor of Psychology

Phone: (540) 365-5179

Email: ajamison@ferrum.edu