Overview
The Ohio State Department of Psychology offers one of the top-ranking psychology graduate programs in the world. Our overriding goal is to train leading scholars who make substantive contributions to the field and advance understanding of the human mind, brain, and behavior. We do so in an invigorating, research-oriented environment that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration.
Learning and growth are central to our program. Recognizing that no one starts as an expert, we provide training in foundational theory and methodology, experience with innovative tools and techniques, and a collaborative, collegial atmosphere. Our more than 50 tenure-stream faculty work closely with students to design individualized study and research plans and help them become well-qualified in the specialties of their choosing.
Ohio State psychology graduates are represented in the psychology departments of almost every major university in the United States.
PhD Program
The Department of Psychology confers doctoral degrees across seven foundational areas and two cross-cutting initiatives.
Foundational Areas
Students in these programs train in fundamental disciplines of the field and take a primary approach to psychological questions and research.
Cross-Cutting Initiatives
Students in these programs train under faculty from across foundational areas and take an interdisciplinary psychological approach to research.
Certificates, Concentrations and Minors
The Department of Psychology offers academic options for Ohio State graduate students who are pursuing degrees in other specialties, including a certificate in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine (HLTPSYC-CR) and concentrations in Decision Psychology and Quantitative Psychology. Learn more about certificate and concentration options →
Additionally, psychology graduate students can often minor in psychology areas outside of their enrolled program by completing three area-specific courses. Contact program coordinators for further detail.
Resources for Current Students
Learn about funding options, explore university and program handbooks, read frequently asked questions and more.
Funding
Information about graduate associateships, fellowships and other funding opportunities
Department Handbook
Information about the Department of Psychology's rules, policies and guidelines
Graduate School Handbook
Information about The Ohio State University's rules, policies and guidelines
Course Catalog
Information about courses offered by the Department of Psychology
Conference Award Program
Request funding to assist with conference presentation costs
FAQ
Responses to common questions about admissions, funding and more