PhD in Psychology

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

30%

International:

30%

California:

40%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

92%

Job Placement

90%

Top recruiters

Boston Consulting Group

Accenture

KPMG

EY

PwC

Google

Amazon

Microsoft

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$36,297 / year

Overall Cost

$51,297 / year

FAQs

• What does the curriculum include?
  
  Core curriculum: Two-quarter statistics series, major area courses, and a three-quarter research sequence. Specialized coursework: Depending on the chosen area, including developmental, clinical, or quantitative courses. Research: Students engage in research from the first year, including a first-year project, comprehensive paper, and dissertation. Clinical training (for Clinical area): Practicum placements, clinical supervision, and a one-year internship.
• What is the duration of the PhD program?
  
  The PhD is typically a six-year, full-time program. For Clinical Psychology, this includes a full-time one-year internship, with at least four years in residence at UCLA
• What is the primary focus of the PhD program?
  
  The program is research-oriented, aiming to train psychologists as researchers, university instructors, and professional research psychologists. All areas, including Clinical, emphasize scientific research as the foundation of training.
• What are the areas of emphasis in the PhD program?
  
  The program offers training in eight specialty areas: Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, Health Psychology, Quantitative, Social, and Social and Affective Neuroscience Psychology
• Does UCLA offer a terminal master’s or PsyD in psychology?
  
  No, UCLA’s Department of Psychology does not offer a terminal MA or PsyD program. The only graduate degree offered is the PhD, and students are admitted directly to the PhD track