The Stony Brook University Department of Psychology was founded in 1960 and is one of the university’s largest and strongest programs.
The Department offers two undergraduate degrees, a BA and a BS in psychology, a terminal MA in psychology, and doctoral degrees in four areas of psychology: Cognitive Science, Clinical Psychological Science, Integrative Neuroscience, and Social & Health Psychology
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The Psychology Department is a highly ranked department, whose faculty are distinguished, well-funded, and productive scholars. Our graduate and undergraduate students are highly successful and prepared for a range of careers. Our department has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Read more About Us. |
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Application deadlines for graduate study:
Clinical Psychological Science PhD Program: December 1
Social & Health PhD Program: December 15
Cognitive Science PhD Program: December 15
Integrative Neuroscience PhD Program: December 15
Note: All of Psychology’s PhD offers of admission include a stipend and tuition scholarship.
To receive full consideration for additional fellowships, domestic applicants to the Cognitive Science and Integrative Neuroscience Programs should submit by 12/15.
Visit PhD application information, and PhD admission requirements, for further information.
See Faculty Recruiting Students to learn which faculty are recruiting for Fall 2025.
Applications to the 1-year Master’s Program are accepted until February 28 for graduate study beginning in the summer.
Visit Masters application information, for further information.