The University of Massachusetts Amherst offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Psychological and Brain Sciences, as well as a PhD in School Psychology through the College of Education. UMass Amherst is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and is located in Amherst, MA.
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university in Amherst, Massachusetts, part of the UMass system. The campus is home to the largest public institutional library in New England and offers more than 100 undergraduate majors and dozens of master’s and doctoral programs across the university. UMass Amherst is one of several options for psychology doctoral programs in Massachusetts.
Accreditation Details
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Application Requirements
Students applying to UMass Amherst as freshmen must submit the following materials with their application:
- Common Application
- High school transcripts
- Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) are optional
- Letters of recommendation
- Application fee
Applicants are expected to complete a college preparatory curriculum. Specific expectations vary by applicant and program.
Students applying to the Graduate School must complete an online application. Requirements vary by program but generally include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and any program-specific requirements. Some programs may require standardized test scores. A graduate application serves as both a program application and an application for assistantship or fellowship funding.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Tuition and fees vary by residency status and program level. UMass Amherst accepts the following forms of payment and financial aid:
- FAFSA
- Student employment
- Private loans
- Grants
- Scholarships
- Assistantships
Psychology Programs at University of Massachusetts Amherst
PhD in School Psychology
The PhD in School Psychology is offered through UMass Amherst’s College of Education using a scientist-practitioner training model. Students complete coursework in psychological foundations, assessment, and intervention, including courses such as Learning and Cognition, Developmental Psychology, and Applied Behavior Analysis. The program includes required coursework in assessment methods, including cognitive, educational, and social-behavioral assessment, along with a supervised practicum and internship in school psychology. Students complete the degree with a research dissertation, and the program is designed to prepare graduates to work across the range of cultural, educational, behavioral, and emotional issues found in school settings. UMass Amherst is featured on our list of Top 15 Most Affordable School Psychology Programs.
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