QS Rank:
125
University of Southern California
California
,United States
Program Rank
22
Program Name
Master Of Science in Applied Psychology
Deadline
March 01st, 2025
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$72,000
Duration
9 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#80
US World and News Report
#65
The World University Rankings
#125
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile
Class Size
25
Average Age
26
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
California:
42%New York:
12%Texas:
9%Florida:
7%Illinois:
6%Others:
24%Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Graduation Rate
92%
Prospective Job Roles
Applied Psychologist
Clinical Health Psychologist
Health Psychologist
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
Neuropsychologist
Teaching Psychologist
Psychologist
Consumer Psychologist
Media Psychologist
Psychophysiologist
Educational Psychologist
School Psychologist
Education Psychologist
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
At least 3.5 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
At least 16 years of bachelor degree.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
7
TOEFL
100
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.
Application Fee: 90
Transcript
Statement of Purpose
Resume
IELTS
Academic LOR
Professional LOR
Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
| Priority 1 | Standard Deadline | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Jan 10, 2025 | Mar 1, 2025 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$72,000 / year
Overall Cost
$86,000 / year
FAQs
Admissions to the USC M.S. in Applied Psychology Program is highly competitive. The selection committee conducts a comprehensive, holistic review of each application submitted. We will review your academic performance and writing skills, along with your experiences, leadership, and personal qualities. The evaluation of each applicant is based on all the materials in the file and is not exclusively based on grades or test scores.
MAPP is a graduate level psychology program that emphasizes applying psychological tools and insights in applied, non-clinical settings. If you are passionate about pursuing career opportunities that improve experiences for people (e.g., employees, consumers, audiences), then this program may be appropriate for you.
If admitted to MAPP, students are required to pay a non-refundable commitment deposit of $500 to reserve their spot in the incoming class.
In general, admitted students have had a strong record of academic success, they have had either part-time or full-time work or volunteer experience, and they have demonstrated leadership qualities. Furthermore, admitted students have successfully articulated their interest in the program through their statement of purpose, and have recommendations that speak to their ability to excel in a graduate program at a top-tier university.
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