If you’re serious about earning a master’s or Ph.D. in psychology, Oakland University’s psychology 4+1 program provides an affordable, accelerated path to a master’s degree in psychology. Our fast-track psychology master’s degree integrates undergraduate and graduate coursework, so you can complete both programs in five years—at least one year less than you’d spend if you earned the degrees separately. The undergraduate portion of the accelerated master’s in psychology features graduate-style seminar courses and advanced faculty guidance. You’ll learn from nationally recognized experts and enjoy robust research opportunities that give you an advantage in the Ph.D. applicant pool and the job market. All these benefits make Oakland’s 4+1 program one of the top psychology master’s degrees for committed students.
If you’re serious about earning a master’s or Ph.D. in psychology, Oakland University’s psychology 4+1 program provides an affordable, accelerated path to a master’s degree in psychology. Our fast-track psychology master’s degree integrates undergraduate and graduate coursework, so you can complete both programs in five years—at least one year less than you’d spend if you earned the degrees separately. The undergraduate portion of the accelerated master’s in psychology features graduate-style seminar courses and advanced faculty guidance. You’ll learn from nationally recognized experts and enjoy robust research opportunities that give you an advantage in the Ph.D. applicant pool and the job market. All these benefits make Oakland’s 4+1 program one of the top psychology master’s degrees for committed students.
Oakland created the accelerated psychology degree to give students an edge with job recruiters and Ph.D. admissions committees.
For students who plan to seek a Ph.D in psychology, the pyschology 4+1 degree is a great place to start. If you opt to enter the workforce after graduation, the fast-track master’s in psychology is extremely marketable, qualifying you for managerial roles in a wide range of industries. You’ll be competitive for jobs in areas such as:
4+1 Psychology Master’s Degree Curriculum
This program awards a psychology bachelor’s degree and psychology master’s degree in five years.
The undergraduate psychology major requires 48 course credits in psychology. You’ll begin graduate classes during your senior undergraduate year, taking required master’s courses in research methods and statistics. Including those two courses, the graduate portion of the accelerated master’s degree requires 36 credit hours. Graduate course options cover a broad range of subjects; samples include:
Finally, the fast-track psychology master’s degree includes a required master’s thesis or capstone project.
Not sure if the Psychology 4+1 master’s degree is right for you? Check out these other programs at Oakland, and contact our admissions team to discuss your options.