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QS Rank:

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6

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Stanford University

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California

United States

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Program Rank

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3

The PhD program in Psychology at Stanford University, offered by the Department of Psychology within the School of Humanities and Sciences, trains students for careers in research and teaching. The program emphasizes the development of research competence through close collaboration between students and their faculty advisors. Students conduct in-depth research in at least one of five areas of study: Affective, Cognitive, Developmental, Neuroscience, or Social Psychology, and are expected to spend at least half of their time engaged in research from the beginning of their first year.
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Total Tuition Fees

$3,17,700

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Duration

60 Months

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Median Salary

$83,500

Ranking

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#3

US World and News Report

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#3

The World University Rankings

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#6

QS World University Rankings

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Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the PhD in Psychology program are well-prepared for research and teaching careers. For related doctoral programs, 100% employment was known for recent graduates, with roles split between academia and other sectors. Common job titles include Postdoctoral Researcher and Teaching Assistant Professor, with a median salary of $83,500 for general PhD graduates.
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Median Earnings After Graduation

$83,500 / year

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Job Placement

100%

Prospective Job Roles

Postdoctoral Researcher

Teaching Assistant Professor

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Eligibility Criteria

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Accepted fields include .

English Proficiency Tests

  • TOEFL

    100

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  • IELTS

    7

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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.

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Application Fee: 125

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    Transcript

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    English Proficiency Test

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    Master SOP

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    General LOR

Application Deadlines

Letters of Recommendation Deadline
FallNov 21, 2026

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees are the same for domestic and international students. Application fee waivers are available for eligible applicants through the Graduate Admissions website. The estimated health insurance fee is an inference based on typical costs for international students in the US.
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Tuition Fees

$63,540 / year

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Overall Cost

$85,540 / year

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