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Application deadlines:
- December 15 for priority consideration
- January 12 on a space-available basis
In addition to the criteria below, applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements .
Successful applicants typically have a BS degree in psychology, biology, or cognitive science. Students with degrees in other fields (e.g. physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science) and a strong interest in the foundations of neuroscience and behavior may also be considered for admission.
Evaluation of applications is the responsibility of an Admissions Committee composed of DBS program core faculty members. All graduate admissions are handled according to University, Office of Graduate Admissions, and DBS Program guidelines and procedures. From our applicant pool, we undertake an extensive review of applications and will select approximately 10-20 people for interviews. Unfortunately, it is not feasible to interview more than this number, and faculty may not conduct interviews with applicants who have not undergone our review process and been officially selected for an interview.
We require a minimum of a BA/BS with a B (3.0) average or above in undergraduate and/or graduate-level coursework.
While subject-test GRE’s in the applicant’s area of study are not required, the applicant may choose to submit them. Applicants can submit their applications before submitting GRE scores, though official GRE scores must be received by the application deadline.
We do not accept FCE. We accept the TOEFL, the IELTS, or the PTE Academic. TOEFL is required for non-native speakers of English.
A CV should be submitted.
With respect to the required Statement of Intent and Interest, in addition to a general statement of your research interests and aptitudes and how they constitute a good match to the DBS program, please be sure to list up to three faculty members you would like to work with, and why; indicate which specialization you would like to pursue (developmental behavioral neuroscience or developmental cognitive neuroscience); list any special honors or awards you have received for academic achievement; detail your relevant research experience (especially your role in the research and any specific contribution toward any resulting publications); touch on your career objectives.
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