Application Deadlines - General Admission and Graduate AppointmentsStudents enter the graduate program in the Fall semester only. To be given consideration for Fall 2010 admission and financial aid, the completed application (i.e., the application, letters of recommendation, transcripts, scores, statement) must be received no later than December 18, 2009. Supplemental Instructions for Completing Graduate School On-Line ApplicationThe application should note the following: 'DEPARTMENT,' This question asks applicants to indicate the specific subject area in which they wish to major within the Department of Psychological Sciences. The indicated program of interest is extremely important because faculty associated with the graduate program area will make all recommendations regarding student admission and graduate appointments.
In general, faculty from other areas will not see your application except in unusual circumstances. To assist students in making this determination, a description of the fields of psychology in which the department offers graduate programs is provided here.
'Degree or Enrollment Objective,' Applicants should indicate their ultimate degree objective by marking "Doctoral."
Letters of Recommendation.Three letters of recommendation are required, and MUST be submitted via the on-line application program. Two of the letters should come from persons qualified to evaluate the student's scholarly potential. If possible, the third should be submitted by someone qualified to describe and evaluate the student's work experience. Once you complete the recommendation portion of the application, your recommenders will automatically be sent an E-mail request for the letter of recommendation which will direct them to the recommendation form template. Official Transcripts.Every application requires the submission of two official transcripts from each college or university the applicant has attended. Both copies are to be sent directly to the Psychology department at the address below. When transcripts are submitted preceding the receipt of a degree, supplementary transcripts must be submitted after the degree has been received. Two copies of ALL transcripts are always required. NotificationWhen the applicant's file is complete, it will be reviewed by the faculty of the appropriate area. If a fellowship is involved, the applicant is notified by March 15. Final action on all applications is completed by April 1.
Most Frequently Asked Questions About Applications1. Does the department have a separate application from the University? No. The application submitted via the "Apply Yourself" on-line application system, is the only application that is needed. 2. Do I need to take the Psych subject test of the GRE? No. Our Department does not require the Psych subject test. We do require the three general sections of the GRE (Verbal, Writing, and Quantitative). 3. What is the deadline for having my file completed? December 18 (for Fall 2010 enrollment) 4. Can I take the GRE in December and still meet the deadline? PLEASE take the GRE before December. The turnaround time is usually longer than GRE tells you. 5. What is Purdue's institution code and the Psych department code for the GRE? Purdue's institution code is 1631 Psychological Sciences' general psychology code is 2016. 6. Can I get the application fee waived? Application fee waivers are only considered for applicants applying through a specific recruitment program that specifies a waiver of the application fee. 7. How much is the application fee and where do I send it? The application fee is $55.00 and should be submitted on-line with the application 8. What should I select for the "Enrollment Objective" on the on-line application? Since we do not offer a terminal Master's program you will choose "Doctoral Degree" as your enrollment objective status. 9. Do I need to apply to be considered for one of the fellowships offered through the Graduate School? If you would like to be considered for a fellowship, please complete the Fellowship Essay located in the on-line application. If you are selected for admission, you will automatically be considered for any fellowships for which you qualify. 10. What are the average GRE scores and Undergraduate GPA for applicants admitted to the graduate program? The current five year averages are: Verbal: 575, Quantitative: 670, Written: 5.0, UPGA: 3.68. We do not have a minimum GRE score requirement, however, a combined verbal/quantitative score of at least 1200 is desired. 11. How do my recommenders access the on-line recommendation form? Once you complete the recommendation section of your application, your recommenders will automatically be sent an E-mail notice asking for their recommendation, and directing them to the on-line recommendation form.
12. Must I wait until I submit my on-line application before having my transcripts and GRE scores sent? No, please have your transcripts and GRE scores sent to the department as soon as possible. Once your application is received the department will combine the items. 13. Do I need to apply for assistantship funding? No, if admitted, you will automatically be considered for assistantship funding, which will be offered simultaneously with your offer of admission. 14. Where are my transcripts to be sent, and how many copies are needed? Two official/original transcripts from ALL Colleges and Universities attended are to be sent to the Department of Psychological Sciences at: Department of Psychological SciencesGraduate Office701 Third StreetWest Lafayette, IN 47907-2004 FYI | Phone Numbers: | Department of Psychological Sciences grad office: 765-494-6067
Graduate School Admissions Office: 765-494-2597
International Student Office: 765-494-5770
FINANCIAL AID: 765-494-5050 or 765-494-0680 | | Fax: | Psychological Sciences: 765-496-1264 | | Address: | Graduate Office
Department of Psychological Sciences
701 Third Street
Purdue University
West Lafayette IN 47907-2004 | If your question wasn't answered above, please send e-mail to Nancy O'Brien or call us at 765-494-6067. |
