QS Rank:

11

University of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania
,United States

Program Rank

15

Program Name
Master in Applied Positive Psychology

Deadline
March 01st, 2027
Overview

Total Tuition Fees
$65,538

Duration
12 Months
Ranking
#7
US World and News Report
#14
The World University Rankings
#11
QS World University Rankings

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile

Class Size
25

Average Age
22

Average Work Experience
2 Years
Career Outcomes
Prospective Job Roles
Human Resources Specialist
Organizational Development Consultant
Positive Psychology Coach
Well-being Program Manager
Educator/Trainer in Positive Psychology
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Eligibility Criteria

At least 16 years of bachelor degree.


At least 3.0 / 4.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.
English Proficiency Tests
TOEFL
600

IELTS
7

Duolingo
130

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: 75

Transcript

Resume

English Proficiency Test

Academic LOR

Resume

Passport

Professional LOR

Essay

General LOR

Master SOP

WES/ECE evaluation
Application Deadlines
| Application | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Mar 1, 2027 |
Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$65,538 / year

Overall Cost
$85,538 / year
FAQs
- While Penn does not offer a terminal master’s, other universities in Pennsylvania, such as Penn State Harrisburg, offer master’s degrees in applied clinical psychology and applied psychological research
- The department is highly distinguished, with faculty and students recognized nationally for excellence in research and teaching. There are strong connections with cognitive sciences and neurosciences, and the department fosters interdisciplinary work across campus.
- Yes, a subset of students in the program also pursue clinical training. The department includes an APA-approved clinical program
- Graduate study in Psychology at Penn emphasizes both coursework and research. All students engage in research from the start of the program, supplemented by seminars, teaching, and collaborative intellectual activities. Students are admitted into the program as a whole rather than into specific subfields, fostering interdisciplinary interaction and collaboration
- No, you cannot apply for a master’s-only program in Psychology at Penn. The department will not admit students who want only a master’s degree
- No, the Department of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania does not offer a terminal master’s degree program. They only admit students who intend to pursue a PhD. Students may earn a master’s degree as part of their progress toward the PhD, but not as a standalone degree
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