American International College
MA in General Psychology
Springfield, USA
MA
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 23,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
* International resident tuition| International Commuter Tuition - $15,000
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The Master’s in General Psychology program at American International College prepares students for doctoral or other graduate level study in psychology and related fields. The 30 credit program provides instruction in core competency areas but also allows students to structure a program that meets their interests.
Our program offers courses in abnormal psychology, human development, social psychology, cognitive psychology, physiological aspects, statistics, and research methodology. Beyond these core courses, students can choose to focus on other areas of interest, such as forensic psychology or learning disabilities.
The primary purpose of the M.A. in General Psychology is to prepare students for future graduate study. Upon completion of the degree, however, students may choose to obtain employment in a variety of social service, mental health, and psychiatric institutions and settings.
- Students will develop a solid theoretical foundation of core competency areas in general psychology.
- Students will develop the necessary knowledge and skills to critically evaluate, analyze, and interpret psychological literature and research.
- Students will obtain the necessary knowledge and skills to seek further graduate-level education in a doctoral program in psychology or an advanced program in a related field.
- Students will obtain the necessary knowledge and skills in general psychology to enhance employment opportunities for master’s level individuals.
The General Psychology Program requires the completion of 8 required courses and 2 electives for a total of 30 credits.
Required Core Courses
- PSY5036: Applied Behavioral Statistics
- PSY5207: Applied Research Methodology and Evaluation
- PSY5325 Learning Theories and Behavioral Interventions
- PSY5347: Psychopathology Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment
- PSY5417: Human Growth and Development
- PSY6615: Multicultural Studies and Social Bases of Behavior
- PSY8410: Cognitive Psychology
- PSY9210: Physiological Bases of Behavior
Plus two Forensic Psychology or School Psychology Elective Courses
See the Forensic Psychology program and the Education Psychology program for possible electives. (Must be approved by the Program Director)
Total Required Credits: 30
Additional Program Notes
The General Psychology program is a non-licensure program. Students from the General Psychology program may transfer equivalent coursework to the Educational Psychology doctoral program at American International College. Graduates of the General Psychology program interested in furthering their education to attain licensure as a mental health counselor in Massachusetts and similar states may apply for the 66-credit Doctoral program in Mental Health Counseling at American International College. The General Psychology program does not meet any licensure requirements in part or whole.