Research Participation

Information for Current MS Psychology Students

This page is intended for current students in the MS Psychology program and has information about the MS Capstone Project or Thesis process, links to forms, the program handbook, and other information.

Detailed information is available via the University Bulletin program listing.

MS Psychology Program Handbook

Handbook for MS Psychology Students

The MS Psychology Program Handbook provides an in-depth coverage of the program, along procedures, sample plans of study, suggested timelines for projects, links to forms, and other helpful information.

MS Psychology Program Handbook

Plan of Study

In order to register for classes, students must have a plan of study approved by the Graduate College. You can access the MS Psychology Plan of Study template by selecting the "Psychology Plan of Study Forms" dropdown on the Graduate College website. Because requirements vary, refer to the MS Psychology Program Handbook for suggested course sequences focused on a Master's Degree in Psychology, a Master's Degree in Psychology for pursuing clinical psychology, and a Master's Degree in Psychology that also includes coursework required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Plan of Study Form

Registration Forms

The department's forms page includes forms for registering for PSY589 Advanced Research, PSY590 Applied Research, PSY592 Psychology Practicum, PSY593 Research Development, and forms regarding the master's thesis process.

Department Forms