司法心理学理学硕士

2019-2020年法医队列

Dr. Mitchell Eisen with his 2019-2020 Forensic students

M.S. in 法医心理学 option is designed for students whose primary interest is in working or studying in areas of psychology that intersect with the criminal justice system. A key feature of the program is a close mentoring relationship with a faculty member who oversees the student's progress toward his or her individual career goals. All students begin their program in the fall semester and take several core courses together. 该项目提供M.S. 学位，由33-34个单元的课程组成, which includes a 9 month practicum where students receive hands on training and on site supervision in a forensic setting related to their individual interests and career goals (e.g., 强奸危机中心, Department of Children and Family Services counseling center, 抚养法庭, 治安部门, 监狱, 试用期一年).

 

 

 

 

 

项目使命与描述

The program emphasizes theory and research while providing practical training in the areas of assessment and treatment that will prepare them for their entry to the marketplace after graduation. The course of study is designed to accommodate both students who plan to progress on to doctoral study as well as students who wish to enter the field as Masters level practitioners.

录取程序和截止日期

Acceptance into the department's graduate programs involves an electronic application via 加州申请:

  • The following should be completed before February 15, 2025:
    • Go to the 加州申请 application website: http://www2.calstate.edu/apply
    • Submit your application by uploading the following documents using the ‘Documents’ tab:
      • Statement of purpose – 400 to 500 words (maximum of two 页面s, double-spaced) indicating your reasons for wishing to pursue this research-oriented program, 你特别感兴趣的领域, and any experience relevant to your goals and interests. If you have identified a particular faculty member as a possible mentor, indicate this in your statement (note that this does not guarantee working with this faculty member).
      • Unofficial transcripts – Unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
    • List your references using the ‘Recommendations’ tab:
    • List the names of three (3) people who have agreed to write letters of recommendation for you. At least two of these letters must come from academic sources (faculty members or others) who are familiar with your academic capabilities. Your application will not be reviewed until all three letters are received, so ensure that you request your recommendation letters well in time for the application deadline or earlier.
  • 提交此申请后， 你须提交以下资料:
    • Official transcripts – Submit official academic records/transcripts and other requested information to the 招生 Office.  有关提交文件的资料，请 点击这里.
    • 国际申请人-提交官方 托福，雅思或PTE考试成绩, if you do not possess a Bachelor’s (or advanced) degree from a postsecondary college/university where English is the only language of instruction.

了解更多信息

有兴趣的申请人请参阅我们的 常见问题 页面. If your specific question isn't listed or if you need clarification on any aspect of the application process for the 法医心理学 program, 你可以联系心理学系 电邮地址: (电子邮件保护) or at (323) 343-2250 or contact the program Director, Dr. 米切尔·艾森，电话是323343-5006. Dr. 也可以通过电子邮件联系艾森 (电子邮件保护).

平均绩点要求

Applicants are required to have a Baccalaureate degree with a major in 心理学 and a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 to be eligible for the 法医心理学 program. 非心理学专业的学生请看下面的内容. GPA不低于2分的申请人.75 to 3.0 must present evidence that they are committed to and qualified for graduate work. This evidence could include (but is not limited to) relevant experience, or GRE scores with an Advanced 心理学 Score of 550 or higher. GPA低于2分的申请人.75将不予考虑.

非心理学专业预备课程

学生 who do not have a bachelor's degree in 心理学 are also encouraged to submit the University application and required materials. 在这种情况下，录取可能会被批准 有条件的 基础. 学生承认 有条件地 will be required to complete 31-36 units of 心理学 coursework with a GPA of 3.在开始硕士课程之前，0或更高. Whenever possible, credit will be given for equivalent coursework taken elsewhere. 点击这里查看列表 必备的课程.

Please note: coursework taken at a community college does not apply to upper-division psychology requirements.

学位要求(33-34学分)

先决条件(13个单元)

论文(3学分)