PhD in Psychology

Students admitted to UNC Greensboro’s esteemed Psychology Ph.D. program choose from one of four areas of focus:

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
• Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology
• Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology
• Ph.D. in Social Psychology

Ph.D. students follow a single curriculum with a uniform set of requirements, but their research programs and seminar courses focus on their unique areas of interest.

PhD in Psychology PROGRAM DISTINCTIONS

• The Ph.D. in Psychology is one of the oldest doctoral degree programs at UNCG and is known for its rigorous research and clinical training.
• Equipment facilities include a 64 channel ERP system (Brain Products: actiCHamp and actiCap active electrodes system), remote eye tracking system (SensoMotoric Products), and access to a 3T scanner (Siemens Magnetom Trio).
• Methods training include experimental design, experience and thought sampling, protocol analysis, eye-tracking and pupillometry, and psychometrics.

THE PhD STUDENT EXPERIENCE in Psychology

• Students receive extensive one-on-one mentoring from a faculty advisor and collaborate with many faculty and students to develop research skills.
• Because the graduate program is small, each student’s course of study can be tailored to meet individual interests and needs. 
• Students typically receive five years of funding, including tuition remission.

AFTER GRADUATIng with a PhD in Psychology

• Students are well-prepared for successful careers as researchers, consultants, or academic psychologists.
• Recent graduates have secured postdoctoral and tenure-track positions as well as positions in non-profit organizations and industry.