Industrial-Organizational Psychology - Admission and Application
Admission Criteria
The admission committee considers many variables. The entire set of credentials presented by the applicant is considered. However, a low standing on one criterion [e.g., grade point average (GPA), Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) score] does not automatically mean rejection, nor does one very high standing on one criterion mean automatic acceptance. Students with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- The applicant must possess a bachelor's or master's degree or their equivalent from a regionally accredited institution. The prior academic record must indicate ability and preparation necessary for pursuing graduate studies.
- The minimum prerequisite for the program is 18 semester hours of undergraduate courses in psychology. These must include courses in general psychology, introductory statistics, research methods, mental measurements, and six semester hours in other upper-division, undergraduate courses.
- Grade Point Average (GPA) -- A minimum 3.0 required in undergraduate and/or graduate. Overall GPA in a degree program and GPA in the psychology courses are both assessed. Special note is made of honors courses or programs.
- The General Test portion is required for all applicants. The Psychology Subject Area test is required for applicants who do no have an undergraduate degree in psychology; it is recommended for applicants who have a psychology major.
- Research experience. This may reflect anything from collecting data to publication in refereed journals.
- Work experience. Of special interest is work relevant to psychology.
- Letters of reference. Letters from academic/research sources receive greatest weight, although those describing other types of experience are also considered.
- Compatible interests. Compatibility of the applicant's interests with those of the faculty is considered.
- Writing skills. The applicant's ability to write, as reflected in the Statement of Purpose, as well as in technical writing shown in published research, is also taken into account.
Admission Process
Please be advised that the deadline for applications is Feb. 1.
Requests for application forms are made to the assistant director for enrollment and student services, department of psychology, at Xavier University. Applicants from foreign countries or who completed their degree overseas are required to submit transcripts evaluated by World Educational Service, a financial statement, a sponsorship letter, and official TOEFL scores. All applicants should see that the department of psychology receives the following items:
- A completed application form.
- A non-refundable $35.00 application fee.
- One copy of official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- A personal statement, handwritten or typed, giving reasons for pursuing a graduate degree in industrial-organizational psychology.
- GRE scores -- General Knowledge (required) and psychology subject tests (recommended).
- A completed application for financial assistance (optional).
- Any other information that might aid in the selection process (for example, relevant work experience).
Financial Aid
Internal Assistance - Assistantships: For the 2004-2005 academic year, a number of our master students are receiving some type of on-campus assistantship. Of those students receiving an assistantship, the average work week is 12.05 hours.
Below are some links to help you obtain financial aid information:
External Assistance - Internships: For the 2004-2005 academic year, 55 percent of our graduate student are working in a paid internship off-campus performing I-O psychology-related duties. These positions include human resource specialist and management consultants. Of those students receiving assistance, the average work week is 23 hours. These positions are quite competitive, as students interview with the participating organizations for available positions.