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Do I apply to the Social Psychology Graduate program and specify that I am interested in pursuing the the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program, or do I apply directly to the Program?
On the Graduate School application, indicate the Department of Psychology as the degree program to which you are applying. On that application, you can also specify a particular sub-field or area of specialization. If you are interested in the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program, indicate the Program for your area of specialization. If you are interested in the Social Psychology program, specify that for your area of specialization. Do not apply to both sub-fields. It is also useful to let your recommenders know the program to which you are applying so that they can provide the most relevant and therefore most valuable information about you.
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If I apply to the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program program and am not accepted, will I still be considered for general admission to the social psychology area?
No. There are separate applications and admissions to each.
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If I am accepted to the social psychology program, can I reapply to the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program?
Yes.
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The website states that students already in the social psychology program have to apply to be admitted to the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program. Will new, outside applicants, get equal consideration to the inside applicants?
Yes. Outside and inside applicants will be given equal consideration.
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Do I have to take the psychology part of the GREs?
No. In the past the psychology department required a specific psychology GRE, but that has been changed. Only the general GRE is now required.
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If I am an international student and have a degree from an American College do I still need TOEFL scores?
The TOEFL requirement can be waived if an applicant has a degree from or two years of continuous enrollment in an American School.
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Does having a master's degree or other advanced training give me credits/benefits?
Only if it is relevant. If you have a master's degree in a related field in psychology and have done a master's thesis on a topic related to the content of the
Psychology of Peace and Violence Program, you will not have to do a master’s thesis. Acceptance of a prior master’s thesis requires specific approval.
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How many people apply for this Program?
In a typical year there are between 40 to 60 applicants. The Program
attracts excellent applicants from all over the world.
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Can I apply to the Program for spring or summer admission?
No, the Program only accepts new students for the Fall semester each year.
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Can I meet with professors or students prior to applying or being accepted into the
Program?
Yes. For those interested in visiting the Program and surrounding community, we encourage you to contact individual faculty and current students, as well as our administrator <peace@psych.umass.edu>.
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Are there any language requirements for this program?
No, although it should be noted that all coursework and requirements are to be completed in English.
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Can I attend the program part-time?
No. All students in the Program are full-time.
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How do I transfer graduate credit and how many credits can I transfer?
At present we have no set policy for the transfer of graduate credits. However, student can request that relevant courses in psychology be used to fulfill "breadth requirements" of the Psychology Department.
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Do you offer evening, weekend, or summer courses?
No.
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Can I take courses outside the psychology department?
Yes. Students are welcome to take additional courses outside the Department, in consultation with their advisor.
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Can I take the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program courses if I’m not enrolled in the Psychology Ph.D. program?
Yes. The Program’s core courses are open to all UMass graduate students as long as they have some background in psychology.
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Are there opportunities to work with faculty on research projects?
Yes, students are supervised by faculty on research projects and can also join faculty on the projects they are conducting.
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Do students need to have an undergraduate degree in psychology?
Students entering the program don't have to have an undergraduate degree in psychology, but they must have some "reasonable" background, such as a few courses in psychology or psychology in combination with other relevant social science courses.
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What kind of work can I do when I complete my Ph.D.?
Graduates from our Program will be able to hold a variety of positions. Since our
Program is part of the social psychology division of the Psychology Department, they will have the knowledge and skills to hold a faculty position in social psychology, and through their research and teaching hopefully expand the boundaries of social psychology. They may pursue faculty positions in allied disciplines and interdisciplinary programs, such as in the areas of conflict resolution, peace, and public policy. Graduates may also chose to work in a range of applied settings; for example, graduates would be prepared to work for international organizations involved in violence and peace-building like the United Nations, non-governmental organizations and relevant government agencies. They will also be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate programs and conduct interventions in the field of conflict resolution.
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