New York University Fully Funded PhD in Social Psychology
PhD @New York University posted 1 week agoJob Description
New York University (NYU) offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Social Psychology through its Department of Psychology within the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS). This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research endeavors.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Social Psychology
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Institution: New York University
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Department: Department of Psychology
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Program Focus: Scientific study of social behavior and psychological processes
The Ph.D. program in Social Psychology at NYU offers advanced interdisciplinary training in the psychological theories, principles, and research methods relevant to understanding human behavior among individuals, groups, and organizations. Students engage in coursework and research leading to a dissertation, working closely with faculty members to develop a research program informed by interdisciplinary perspectives. The program emphasizes theoretical knowledge and critical, analytical, argumentative, and writing skills necessary to design, conduct, elaborate, and disseminate research in the field of social psychology.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for five years.
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Stipend: Competitive annual stipend.
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Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by NYU.
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Additional Funding: Students may receive funding through a mix of sources, including the Henry M. MacCracken Program, faculty research grants, student pre-doctoral fellowships, and teaching assistantships.
Additionally, students are encouraged to seek external fellowships, such as the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP), to supplement their funding. Teaching is not a requirement of the fellowship; however, students are encouraged to undertake teaching assignments as part of their professional development, with compensation provided separately from the fellowship.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
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Application Materials:
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Online application through NYU’s GSAS portal.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.
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Test Scores:
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GRE: Optional.
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TOEFL or IELTS: Required for non-native English speakers unless they have completed a degree at an institution where the language of instruction is English.
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NYU’s Ph.D. program in Social Psychology offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of social behavior and psychological processes. With a robust funding package and access to a diverse faculty, students are well-positioned to contribute meaningful research and scholarship in the field of social psychology.
