PhD Psychology at Harvard University

Programme overview

The focus of the psychology program is on research. You can choose from four main areas depending on your interests or intended career path: experimental psychotherapy and clinical science; developmental psychology; social psychology; and cognition, brain, and behavior. Your program will typically be fully funded for five years thanks to stipend grant support and guaranteed teaching fellowships.

Faculty: Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences | Department: Psychology | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

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Entry requirements

Harvard Griffin GSAS admission (programme-specific) - Academic Background: While an undergraduate concentration in psychology is not required, some social science coursework is recommended. Because the program is heavily quantitatively oriented, college-level math and statistics are also advised. Personal Statement: Required. Standardized Tests: GRE General: Required; GRE Psychology Subject Test: Optional.

USD 59,048 a year (2026-2027). Full tuition rate for the first two years of study (reduced in years 3-4); PhD students typically receive grants covering tuition. Source

Intake: Fall

Apply through the official page: https://gsas.harvard.edu/apply

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