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Master of Science, Major in Psychology with Concentration in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

San Jose State University

USA,California

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 17,494/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1857

Total Students: 36,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 Washington Sq, San Jose, CA 95192, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science, Major in Psychology with Concentration in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Program Overview

The mission of the Master of Science program in Industrial/Organization (I/O) Psychology at San Jose State University is to provide students a fundamental grounding in theory, research, and application in the field of I/O Psychology. The field of I/O psychology encompasses a wide range of scientific and applied pursuits, and enjoys close collaboration between researchers and practitioners. The program therefore strives to inculcate the value of the scientist-practitioners: to appreciate

The theoretical and practical value of pure and applied research,
The practical needs of organizations to benefit from scientific research methods and findings as well as "clinical" skills and interventions, and
The impact that grappling with applied problems and solutions can have on the development of theory and methodology.

Broadly speaking, the M.S. I/O program is intended to prepare graduates for professional practice and the conduct of research in areas such as:

Personnel Selection, Placement and Appraisal
Training, Employee and Management Development
Organizational Development
Research Design, Data Collection and Statistical Analysis
Survey Design, Administration, Analysis, Interpretation and Feedback
Job Analysis and Performance Measurement
Work Motivation, Job Satisfaction and Productivity
Team Building and Self-Managing Work Team Design

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 17,494 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in San Jose State University

CAD 23,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 7.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 100
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 290.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 68.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Global Spartan Scholarship:

Open to new and continuing SJSU international students at both levels
Only available to new students enrolled in the fall intake
Application is required (student will receive the email on registered email id)

More Scholarship opportunities available to apply for after the first full-time semester

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.