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PhD Program in Law and Psychology

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Ph.D. Program in Law and Psychology

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About the Ph.D. Program

Our program is designed to train a new generation of scholars in the field of Law and Psychology by taking a broad interdisciplinary approach that combines rigorous training in the Law and Psychology field along with advanced training in psychological science, research methodology, statistics, criminological theory, and legal theory. Our goal is for our students to use this training to tackle the many important but understudied areas where legal policy is in desperate need of empirical, psychological research. We have created this program for individuals looking for a career in academic research, trial consulting, and/or applied legal policy research. Note that this is  not  a clinical training program and our graduates are not license-eligible. 

Graduate students in this degree program have a set of required and recommended courses: 

Statistics & Methods Core:  Quantitative Analysis I (ANOVA), Quantitative Analysis II (Regression), Quantitative Analysis III (Multivariate Analysis), Experimental Research Methods

Substantive Core:  Advanced Legal Psychology, Advanced Forensic Psychology, Advanced Social Psychology

In addition, students will choose electives based on their desired area of specialization, including (but not limited to):

Basic psychology courses  (e.g., Developmental Psychology, Psychopathology, Cognitive Science)

Advanced statistical courses  (e.g., SEM, Bayesian Analysis, Data Visualization, Big Data)

Psychology & Law courses  (e.g., Advanced Correctional Psychology; Children and the Legal System; Mental Health and the Law; Neuroscience of Crime; Law, Litigation, and Science)

Criminology courses  (e.g., Seminar in Criminological Theory; Advanced Topics in Corrections; Advanced Topics in Courts and Sentencing; Advanced Topics in Juvenile Justice; Advanced Topics in Crime and Victimization).

In total, students will complete 84 credit hours (54 credits of coursework plus 30 credits of research), a masters thesis, a comprehensive exam, and a dissertation.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Like most similar programs, the PhD in Law and Psychology seeks to fully fund its students. ASU policy does not allow us to “guarantee” funding, but students are only admitted if we expect to have adequate funding to support them for 4-5 years. Funding may come in the form of a Teaching or Research assistantship, which involves 20 hours per week of responsibilities. The average amount of support for a 20-hour TA/RA academic year position at in our program is a $28,000-$30,000 stipend, health insurance, and full tuition remission. Summer funding is available (typically $8,000-$10,000), but is not guaranteed. In addition to TA/RA positions, ASU offers a number of internal fellowships and grants, and we automatically consider each of our admitted students for these funds. 

Joint Degrees (e.g., JD/PhD)

At this time we do not offer a formal joint degree option. Students wishing to obtain a JD/PhD would need to independently apply to and be accepted into our PhD program and the JD program at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law. Note that TA/RA tuition remission does not cover law school tuition.

For More Information

Still have questions? Read our list of  Frequently Asked Questions  or contact Jessica Salerno, program director, at  [email protected] .

Counseling Psychology, PhD application requirements

On this page: -->, admission process, applications for fall 2024 are now closed..

The program is providing preference to applicants with a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or a closely related field for the Counseling Psychology PhD admission. Please consider applying to the  Master of Counseling  program if you do not have a graduate degree.

To apply to the program, applicants must submit both the graduate admission application and the materials required by ASU's Counseling Psychology program as described below .  Here you can find the graduate admission application  which is submitted online.

All of your application materials must be submitted by November 15  to ensure consideration for admission the following fall semester. Keep in mind that processing takes time, so plan to take the  English proficiency exam  (if needed) well in advance of the deadline. 

You may verify that ASU has received your official test scores, transcripts, and letters of recommendation through My ASU. It is your responsibility to check the application status and verify that all required materials are received by the deadline. Incomplete applications and applications submitted after the due date will not be reviewed or considered.

As with most doctoral programs in counseling psychology, admission is highly competitive. We average about 120 applications per year and accept approximately 6 students.

Please review the  PhD Handbook  for more information regarding admission decisions. Please email  [email protected]  for questions not addressed in the handbook, or contact individual faculty members. Faculty members welcome your questions and will respond as time permits.

Required supplemental materials

• A personal statement, no longer than two pages (single-spaced, roughly 600-800 words), that addresses your professional goals, preparation for doctoral training, and reasons for pursuing a doctorate in counseling psychology. Additionally, please describe your research interests and how these fit with both ASU’s counseling psychology program and potential faculty advisor(s). We recommend that applicants contact faculty with whom they are interested in working prior to submitting the application.
• A completed  Biographical Information Form (PDF) .
• An example of your expository writing (e.g., thesis, conference paper or abstract, research manuscript, literature review, or a paper you have completed for a course) not to exceed 1MB. In evaluating these samples, we look for evidence of scholarship and research potential as well as writing ability. For documents exceeding 1MB, please select the excerpt that best highlights your scholarship, research potential, and writing ability.
• education history.
• research experience (including presentations and publications). 
• relevant clinically-oriented experiences.
• honors, awards, and professional affiliations.
• leadership.
• teaching experience.
• specialized training.
• languages spoken.
• an applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency.
• additional details on English proficiency requirements

Recommendations

Three letters of recommendation are required. We prefer that two of these letters be from persons familiar with your academic work, unless you have been away from school for many years. It is in your best interest to request that these letters address, in a detailed way, your promise as a scientist-practitioner, career goals, and interpersonal competence.

As part of the online graduate admission application, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses for each of your recommenders. Upon submission of your application, these references will receive an email from Graduate Admission Services. The email will include a link to upload a written letter of recommendation. Please confirm with your references that they have completed and posted the letters of recommendation by the deadline.

You will also be asked if you do or do not waive the right to review the recommendation sent on your behalf. Each recommender will be informed of the decision and asked to upload their recommendation electronically to ASU. Do not email, mail, or fax materials.

Transcripts

You must have one set of  transcripts  from every college and university from which you earned a bachelor’s degree or higher sent to ASU. Official transcripts must be sent directly to ASU Admission Services from the issuing institution's records office either by mail or through a secured electronic transcript service. For transcripts sent through a secured transcript service, please select Arizona State University from the vendor's dropdown list to ensure the transcript is routed to the correct place. If an email address is requested you can route to  [email protected] . ASU accepts unofficial transcripts as part of the application. This is the only way we will accept unofficial transcripts. Emailed transcripts are not acceptable. If you are admitted to the university, you will be required to send official transcripts to the university. Official transcripts are original academic credentials issued by the registrar of the institution attended, bearing the original raised or colored seal of the institution and the signature of your institution's registrar, academic official or recognized international organization. If you attended ASU, you do not need to request ASU transcripts to be sent.

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ASU New College recognizes 1st graduates of growing law and psychology PhD program

This summer, ASU's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences recognized Emily Denne (left) and Kristen McCowan as the first two graduates of the growing law and psychology PhD program.

This summer, Arizona State University’s New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences recognized Emily Denne and Kristen McCowan as the first two graduates of the growing law and psychology PhD program. 

“The fact that we were able to get such high-caliber students during our first year was key to the growth and reputation of our PhD program,” said Nick Schweitzer , founding director of the Law and Behavioral Science initiative and associate professor in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences . “We are so proud of Emily and Kristen not just for their success in our program, but in how they are using their experience and training to tackle such important issues.”

The program, which was established in 2017 as part of the university’s Law and Behavioral Science initiative, melds the fields of law and psychology to help explain how human behavior interacts with and is affected by the legal system. The program aims to train students by taking a broad interdisciplinary approach with the goal of encouraging them to use this knowledge to tackle understudied areas where the legal system is in need of empirical psychological research. 

"Emily and Kristen were wonderful students who started together as part of the first cohort of the PhD program,” said Tess Neal , associate professor in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. “They learned leadership and mentorship skills, honed their craft in empirical methodology and statistics, and enriched the lives and labs of the students and faculty in the law and behavioral sciences program. We are proud of them and will miss them as they move on into the next stages of their careers, continuing on their quest to improve understanding and functioning of the justice system."

Here, Denne and McCowan share about themselves, their experiences and what’s next for them.

Emily Denne

Denne was born in England and moved to the U.S. when she was 6 years old. She grew up in a small town in Indiana and completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Evansville. 

“It was there that I began research on child maltreatment under the mentorship of Professor Margaret Stevenson,” Denne said. “Her work on child custody coupled with my own lived experiences sparked my interest in child maltreatment research more broadly.”

She began studying law and psychology at ASU in 2018 and was awarded a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship to fund her education. She successfully defended her thesis on understanding children’s reports of grooming in child sexual abuse cases.

Question: What inspired you to pursue the law and psychology PhD program at ASU?

Answer: I met Jessica Salerno, a professor in the law and psychology department, at the American Psychology-Law Society conference in 2018. At the time, I had just withdrawn from a school psychology PhD program and was struggling to find direction for my research interests. She introduced me to the work of Professor Neal and Professor (Stacia) Stolzenberg at ASU. Both lines of work were exciting and interesting to me and directly aligned with my own research interests — the investigation and prosecution of child maltreatment. It was Professor Salerno who introduced me to this exciting work and gave me a foot in the door at ASU. I am very grateful for the opportunity she gave me.

Q: What was your favorite part of this program?

A: I have many fond memories from the program. I have really enjoyed the meaningful connections and relationships I have built with my mentors and other students in the program. It has been exciting to learn with them, from them, and grow as an academic. 

Q: How does this PhD help you to achieve your goals?

A: I am deeply grateful to the rigorous law and psychology program that the faculty at ASU have built. I have learned so much about myself, my ability to do hard and challenging things, as well as developing content area expertise in child maltreatment. I have been given so many opportunities and so much support for my advisers. When I began graduate school, I hoped to publish 10 peer-reviewed articles by graduation. By the time my degree is conferred, I will likely have reached this goal. I could not have done so without the incredible support and guidance of the faculty in the law and psychology program.

Q: What’s something you learned while at New College — in the classroom or otherwise — that surprised you or changed your perspective?

A: At New College, I learned so much that challenged my perspectives and drove me to really value being a consumer of science on a daily basis. One thing that's stuck with me the most was something I learned in Professor Neal's lab. She continually challenges us to engage with the opposite point of view, to consider adversarial collaborations and critically evaluate both sides of an argument. This idea of adversarial collaboration, or directly engaging with and working with those who would have opposite viewpoints, has been something I have worked to do in both my personal and professional life. It has helped me really develop my own opinions and stances, but has also challenged me to be open to changing my opinion in light of new and different evidence.

Q: What are your post-graduation plans?

A: I hope to spend some time working as a child forensic interviewer. I study how forensic interviewers gather reports from maltreated children, so I hope to really immerse myself in the field and learn more from those who do this work directly. I am also currently pursuing a post-doctorate at Griffith University in Australia at the Center for Forensic Interviewing. Should I receive the postdoc, I will have the opportunity to study under Martine Powell and Sonja Brubacher at the center.

Kristen McCowan

McCowan is originally from Chicago, Illinois, and has lived in Phoenix since she first started attending ASU. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

She first became interested in legal psychology after taking a psychology and law course and learning about the limitations in our criminal justice system. After learning more about the field, she became involved in research looking at jury decision-making in a sexual assault case, which sparked her interest in jury research and how people weigh different types of evidence and the effect of biases on judgments throughout a case. 

“Knowing I wanted to do this type of work, Professor Tess Neal's research stood out to me, and I liked that the program had a strong emphasis on the intersection of psych and law, with classes that were specific to this area of research,” McCowan said.

She successfully defended her thesis on predictors of jurors’ understanding of evidence strength . 

Question: What was your favorite part of this program?

Answer: My favorite part of this program was expanding my areas of interest and getting to work closely with Tess and the rest of the faculty and students. The program would every once in a while have other researchers in the field visit to present their work, and it was a great chance to get to know people better in both an academic and social setting afterwards. The courses we were able to take specific to the intersection of psychology and the legal system also taught me a lot about the field, and with the classes being smaller and discussion-based, it was great getting to hear everyone's perspectives on the research we read.  

A: As a whole, the program's emphasis on research methodology and writing helped me on the job market pursuing a research-centric position. Tess' research lab gave me opportunities to take leadership roles in the research process — which, as a research analyst, taught me skills I continue to use day to day. The faculty also encouraged students to attend conferences and give research talks that helped with networking and getting involved in the field.

A: I learned a lot about the diverse career opportunities that opened my eyes to ways to make positive changes in the legal system through research without necessarily having to pursue a strictly academic-based job.  

A: Post-graduation, I am going to continue working in the legal psychology realm, working as a research analyst for the Center of Integrity in Forensic Sciences doing research for forensic evidence reform.

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Is this program right for me?

If you are interested in preparing yourself to be a strong candidate for admission into a doctoral program in Psychology or related fields, then this program is for you! You will get extensive hands-on research experience with your advisor, which will help you refine and strengthen your research program. Additionally, you will take coursework in your content area of interest as well as quantitative methods and statistics. Our students go onto a variety of PhD programs in Psychology, including Clinical, Counseling, Social, Development, and Cognitive, as well as PhD programs in Communication, Political Science, Sociology, and Social Work.

If you are interested in preparing yourself for a professional career in research or helping others, then this program is for you! Through our coursework and research experience, you will obtain the necessary skills to work as a research coordinator, consultant, or specialist in hospitals, non-profits, government agencies, and schools.

If you are looking to challenge yourself, then this program is definitely for you! We pride ourselves on a collegial and supportive environment combined with a rigorous program of study – all with the goal of helping you realize your dreams whether they be admission into a doctoral program or professional career enrichment.

If you are looking to gain the credentials for licensure to be a therapist or counselor, then this program is NOT for you. We are not a counseling program and, thus, are not structured or accredited to prepare students for licensure. If you are interested in being a licensed therapist or counselor, please see ASU’s Master in Counseling program.  

Campus Immersion Program at a Glance

Location:   West Valley Campus Credit Hours:  36 Flexible Schedule:  day and evening classes Time to Completion: 18 months - 24 months Admit Term: Fall Application Deadlines  

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Pursuing a graduate degree represents a pivotal juncture in your academic and professional path. We are committed to ensuring that you are well-informed and well-prepared for this significant journey. To facilitate your exploration and understanding of the program, we encourage you to delve into our advising website. Here, you can access vital information regarding program prerequisites, course offerings, and the expertise of our esteemed faculty.

We particularly recommend a thorough review of the curriculum check sheet and the program handbook. These documents offer an insightful glimpse into what you can expect during your academic journey, helping you gain a comprehensive understanding of the program's requirements and guidelines. Your time spent exploring these resources will be invaluable as you embark on this next chapter of your education.

Program Details

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Application Deadlines

Online Options

The Psychology, MS program is offered in-person or 100% online. This page is for the in-person program. To learn more about the 100% online option, applicants may view the program description and request more information by clicking the button below.

Application Components

Letters of Recommendation

Letters of recommendation help support your graduate school application by providing a third-party view of your ability to perform well in graduate school. It is preferred that the letters of recommendation are from faculty members who know the applicant's work well; if these are not available, then recommendations should be from individuals in supervisory or professional roles. Two letters of recommendation are required. However, three letters of recommendation are strongly recommended.

Statement of Purpose

This is your opportunity to introduce yourself, share your goals and explain why you decided to pursue this particular program. Please provide a statement no longer than three pages double-spaced describing your research experience and interest overlap with the identified ASU program faculty.

Research Clusters

A unique feature of our program is our research clusters. In order for us to make the most informed admission decision, we need to understand where your interests will best match within our program. Thus, when applying to our program, please take the time to consider which research cluster best fits your research interests. You will be asked to list 3 potential faculty advisors and explain in your statement of purpose which research cluster you are most interested in and why you are interested in the three faculty you chose.

  Cognition, Behavior and Information (CBI)

  Psychology and Law

  Resilience in Social Environments (RISE)

Use the link below to learn more about our three research clusters and the faculty in each cluster along with their research interests. 

Required Courses

Applicants must provide evidence of successful completion of an undergraduate, or graduate, social science statistics and research methods course. Typically, these pre-requisite courses should be in a social science field; however, applicants may apply with courses outside of a social science field.

GPA Requirement

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in applicable master's degree program. Priority is given to applicants who have achieved a 3.25 GPA or higher.

GRE Scores (Optional)

Applicants to the Master of Science in psychology program are not required to submit a GRE score. Applicants who feel that their GPA and academic record are not reflective of their current ability are strongly recommended to provide a GRE score.

Professional Resume

This program strongly suggests the submission of your professional resume or curriculum vitae as part of your application materials.

English Proficiency

International applicants should review details online to determine if a TOEFL or IELTS score must be submitted. Information can be found by visiting  students.asu.edu/graduate/proficiency .

Review Process

Review of applications for admission are done on a rolling basis. Typically decisions are returned within 14 calendar days from the date the application is ‘in review’. The decision timeframe may increase during peak cycles.

Applicants can view the status of their application online via My ASU. The New College may reach out to request additional information or provide updates so it is important to check your email regularly.  

After submitting your application please contact  [email protected]  with any questions.

While you wait for a decision we recommend that you:

• explore resources available to all ASU Graduate Students available  here .
• submit your FAFSA, for more information visit:  https://tuition.asu.edu/financial-aid

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Academic Advising

Appointments and open advising.

Advising Calendar

What can I do with a degree in Psychology or Neuroscience?  

Welcome to the Department of Psychology Academic Advising Office! 

We advise Tempe campus Psychology majors and both Tempe campus and ASU Online Neuroscience majors. Your advisors are available Monday through Friday by appointment or open advising availability.

Please reach out to us with any questions you have!

Schedule An Appointment:

• Select the Make an Appointment button above.
• You will be redirected to our booking website where you can schedule with one of our Academic Advisors.
• Appointments can be held in person, over the phone, or on Zoom.
• Pay close attention to time zones – all appointments show in Arizona time – you may need to do the conversion to your time zone if you are not in Arizona.

If you cannot make an appointment, we have Open Advising hours throughout the week.

Open Advising Hours:

• Please be prepared to leave your name, ASU ID#, and call back phone number.
• These sessions can also be held in person, over the phone, or on Zoom.
• Use the Advising Calendar link above to view our Open Advising Hours.
• The queue is on a first come/first serve basis regardless of the preferred method of contact.
• You will still have the option to request a specific advisor if you want to meet with them (this may result in longer wait times).

Our office is located at the Tempe campus in the Psychology building across from Psychology North, and diagonal to the Tyler Street parking garage. We are in room 202 on the second floor. 

[email protected]

• Overloads (taking more than 18 credit hours in the semester)
• Section full 
• Course prerequisites
• Post a minor
• Questions that don’t immediately impact your fall semester

About Advising

Arizona State University's Department of Psychology has one of the best psychology advising teams in the country. Our advisors are here for you every step of the way — to answer questions, offer advice and to celebrate your successes. Watch this video to learn more about our promise to you: Psych for Life!  

Check out these advising documents :  

Advising Calendar   |    Make an appointment

You can schedule an appointment with an advisor through our online appointment scheduler. Check out the advising calendar above to view our appointment advising hours and open advising hours.

The Psychology Undergraduate Student Center (Advising) is located on the Tempe campus in the Psychology Building, Room 202. Click here  for a map.

ASU Tempe Department of Psychology majors: call or email us . For general questions, call 480-965-7258. Psychology Advising is here to assist you!

Open advising sessions are a first come, first served basis. Just check in at the front desk, and you can meet with an advisor to discuss your advising questions.

Scheduled advising appointments are 30 minutes and are encouraged for students who have an academic hold, need career/grad school planning, or have questions about academic success strategies or how to get involved at ASU and the department. Students can also see an advisor to learn how to transfer to ASU’s psychology degree program; inquire about research opportunities, and find out about internships.

Click  here  for more information about obtaining a minor in Psychology  and its program requirements.

Advising Team

Team psych advising.

Dawn Phelps ,  MA,   Assistant Director of Academic Services

Dawn has been advising at ASU for the past 21 years and in the Psych Department for the last 12. Dawn coordinates the Advising office and Academic Services available to undergraduate Psychology students.   She received her BA in Psychology from the U of A and her MA in Counseling from Chapman University. She enjoys watching each student begin their academic career and grow into a confident and engaged member of the ASU and Psychology community.

Kellie Brown,    Academic Success Advising Coordinator

Kellie  is originally from Wisconsin and has lived in Arizona for the past 7 years. She did her undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Arizona. She has been working in higher education for the past 3 and a half years in roles such as a success and life coach, student services coordinator, and as an academic advisor. Kellie has a passion for working with and helping students achieve their academic goals and is proud to be a part of the ASU community. Kellie has a dog named Bubba, is recently married, and enjoys cooking and exercising. 

Amanda Ryan,    Academic Success Advising Coordinator

Amanda is an Arizona native and a former Sun Devil. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Science from ASU and her Master’s degree in Student Affairs Counseling from NAU. She has worked in higher education for the past three years and enjoys helping students reach their goals and discover their passions. Amanda enjoys crocheting, baking, and spending time with her friends and family.

Lisa Brady,    Academic Success Specialist, Sr.

Lisa is originally from Iowa and moved to Arizona with her family when she  was in elementary school. She completed her undergrad degree in  Psychology from the University of the Pacific and her M.S in Counseling  Psychology from Springfield College in Massachusetts.  She has worked  with students who were in High School, Community College and on the  University level as well as with professional athletes.  Lisa has been  working with University students in Arizona as an Academic Advisor for the  past eight years and loves being part of their learning experience at such  an exciting and pivotal time in their lives.  She enjoys mountain and road  biking, reading and spending time with her family and two dogs.

Audra Attaway,    Academic Success Advisor

Audra was born and raised in Yuma, Arizona and is proud to be a part of the Sun Devil Community. She earned her Associates from Arizona Western College, completed her undergraduate degree in Social Work from Northern Arizona University – Yuma, and her MSW from The University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Audra previously worked in higher education through the TRIO-KEYS Program at Arizona Western College as an Academic Support Coordinator. She also has experience in working in Public Policy and Advocacy, as well as in the Non-Profit sector. Audra is a huge Taylor Swift fan, enjoys hiking and kayaking in the Prescott area with her family, cheering on the Diamondbacks at baseball games, and listening to podcasts about history, myths, legends, and royalty.

Allison Reynolds,    Academic Success Advisor

Allison is an Arizona native and loyal Sun Devil. She earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Bachelor’s in Secondary Education (History) from ASU and is currently working on her Masters in Psychology with ASU. She spent the last eight years as a high school psychology and history teacher. Allison loves working with all students to help them succeed in their academic and personal pursuits and being able to guide them with each step toward their achievements. Allison enjoys traveling, tacos, and music with her fiancé and her dog Ellie.

Andrea Cave ,  Student Services Coordinator Associate

Andrea is originally from Virginia, but settled in Arizona in high school after traveling as a military dependent. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at ASU in 2016 and has worked in administration for a total of eight years. She is passionate about organization, education, outreach, and helping others succeed. Andrea is excited to utilize her experience and knowledge as a part of the team in the Department of Psychology at ASU.

Cat Ortega ,  Academic Programs Coordinator Senior

Cat is a Sun Devil who earned her associate degree in Psychology, Social and Behavioral Science, and Social and Personality. She also earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Forensic Psychology and is currently in the Graduate Program in Forensic Psychology, she has worked in administration management for over ten years. Cat spends her spare time working with high school students and caregiving with senior citizens. Her hobbies are bodybuilding, cooking, and watching movies, and spending time with her son and 3 cats.

Available Forms:

PSY 399/499 Research Course Application Form

NEU 499 Research Course Application Form

PSY 384 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Course Application Form

NEU 394 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Course Application Form

The College Course Override Form

Petition to pursue concurrent degrees

The College Standards Committee Petition Form

Enrollment Change Request Form (Late Add)

The College Compassionate/Medical Withdrawal Form

QUESTIONS & CONCERNS

General information:

• How can I reach an advisor with general questions?
• Where can I find Psychology/Neuroscience Advising?
• What is a DARS?

New and prospective Department of Psychology students:

How do I declare a minor in psychology?

• How do I declare a psychology or neuroscience major in the Department of Psychology?
• How do I add a concurrent degree?
• I am a new first-time freshman and need to have the Advising Liberal Arts hold removed before I can register.
• I am a new transfer student and need to have the Advising Liberal Arts hold removed before I can register.

Registration issues :

• How do I register for classes?
• The course for which I want to register is reserved (has a green triangle).
• The course for which I want to register is closed (red X).
• How do I request a class override for a psychology or neuroscience course offered by the Department of Psychology?
• How do I request a class override for a psychology course offered by other ASU campuses?
• I am still unable to register for a psychology or neuroscience course and I am receiving an error message.
• How do I register for more than the allowed credit hours?
• How do I take a course for a 3rd time?

Academic success issues and concerns:

• My cumulative GPA is below a 2.0 and need to have the Liberal Arts Advising hold removed.
• I am off track one term and need to have the eAdvisor hold removed.
• I am off track two terms and must change my major.
• How do I withdraw from a course?
• How do I withdraw from all of my classes?

Experiential learning opportunities:

• I am interested in the PSY 399 or PSY/NEU 499 research opportunities.
• I am interested in the PSY/NEU 484 Internship course.
• I am interested in a PSY 384/NEU 394 undergraduate teaching assistant opportunity.

Other issues and concerns:

• How do I change my major out of psychology or neuroscience?
• I would like information about careers in psychology and neuroscience.
• Who do I contact concerning financial aid or scholarships?  

How can I reach an advisor with general questions? Students are welcome to email  [email protected]  or call 480-965-7258 during open advising hours with any general questions. You can also email your advisor at their specific email address. Be sure your message includes your name, ASU ID#, phone number and a brief message. An advisor will return your email or phone call within two business days. Where can I find Psychology/Neuroscience Advising? The Psychology Undergraduate Student Center (Advising) is located on the Tempe campus in the Psychology Building, Room 202. The Department of Psychology advisors are available for those students majoring in neuroscience (online or Tempe campus) and psychology at the ASU Tempe campus.

What is a DARS? DARS (Degree Audit Reporting System) is an automated report that provides all of your degree requirements and places the classes you take into their relevant areas of study. Once every requirement is filled, you can graduate.  Undergraduate students should also review their degree audits with their academic advisors. You can view your degree audit from  My ASU  by selecting Degree Programs under My Programs and then clicking on Degree Audit (DARS). This will directly take you to the DARS Self-Service home page where you can request your audit by selecting Run Default Programs. Bring questions you have concerning the degree audit to your advising session.

• Review the  Psychology Minor requirements .
• If you have questions about the minor requirements,  schedule an appointment  with a Department of Psychology advisor.
• Once you have determined to officially declare psychology as a minor click the “Add Minor” link on the Psychology Minor website to submit your request

How do I declare a psychology or neuroscience major in the Department of Psychology? If you have questions about the psychology major at Tempe campus or the neuroscience program, please schedule an appointment with an advisor to discuss the program. You can schedule an appointment online . Once you have decided to change your major, you can submit the request through the Changing Majors website. How do I add a concurrent degree? Review the Concurrent Degree website . Once you’ve decided on which degree you want to declare as concurrent, you can submit the request through the website. If you have questions, please schedule an appointment with an advisor or meet with an advisor during open advising hours. When choosing your concurrent degree, also review the incompatible degree list . I am a new, first-time freshman need to have the Advising Liberal Arts hold removed before I can register. Welcome to ASU and the Department of Psychology! All in-coming freshman are strongly encouraged to attend New Student Orientation. Once you pay your enrollment deposit, you will receive an email and messaging on your My ASU about your next steps to completing your enrollment. Please follow the To Do items on your My ASU.  First Year Students in The College are advised in Armstrong Hall. Specific questions can be directed to 480-965-6506. I am a new transfer student and need to have the Advising Liberal Arts hold removed before I can register. You need to meet with an academic advisor to get your hold removed. You will receive messaging on your My ASU with next steps to get enrolled for your first semester at ASU. Follow those To Do items to meet with an advisor and get the hold removed for registration. 

How do I register for classes? You register for classes via My ASU by clicking on the class search link in the My Classes box. This  Registering for Classes video will assist you in learning the process to enroll in classes. Check out the  schedule of classes  to see what classes are being offered and to add classes to your shopping cart.

The course for which I want to register is reserved (has a green triangle). Review the reserved seat information by clicking on the class since these types of courses are reserved for a specific student population. If you meet the reserve criteria, then you can add the class to your class schedule. If you do not meet the reserve criteria, then you generally cannot add the class. Please note that some classes have a “reserve until date” which means any remaining seats will be released to the entire student population on the specified date and you may be able to enroll in the class at that time. NOTE: All iCourse sections will be reserved for “On campus students” – if you attend ASU in person, you are included in that reserve population.

The course for which I want to register is closed (red X). The red X means the class is filled. Keep monitoring the class to see if a seat becomes available since class seating may change up until the drop/add deadline. Please note there are no wait lists for classes at ASU and it's recommended you have alternative courses in mind during registration. Be flexible and choose another class if you cannot get the one you want.

How do I request a class override for a psychology or neuroscience course offered by the Department of Psychology? Section-full class override : you can email the instructor of the course and ask if a class override is possible for a course that is already full. If you receive approval for a Section-full class override, send the email approval from the instructor to  [email protected]  for review. Prerequisite class override : you can email the instructor of the course and ask for permission to register for a class in which you do not meet listed class prerequisites. If you receive instructor approval for a prerequisite class override, then send the email approval to  [email protected]  for review.

How do I request a class override for a psychology course offered at other ASU campuses? Psychology courses are offered by different colleges on other ASU campuses. Click on the course in Class Search and find "offered by" to determine the college/campus for other psychology classes. If you have further questions about the course or class override procedures for the course, contact the respective college below:

• New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences , (602) 543-3000
• College of Integrative Sciences and Arts , (480) 965-4464

I am still unable to register for a psychology or neuroscience course and I am receiving an error message. Meet with a psychology advisor for an  appointment or open advising  or contact us at (480) 965-7258 to assist you further with your class registration issue.

How do I register for more than the allowed credit hours? Students are permitted to register for up to 18 total credit hours without restrictions during the fall and spring semesters. Students are able to register for 9 credit hours in session A and session B without restriction. If you would like to register for more than 18 total credit hours or more than 9 credit hours in session A or session B, review the  The College credit overload guidelines  and meet with an advisor to discuss your course overload request.

How do I take a course for the 3rd time? You will need to petition to request approval to take a class for a third time. Review and complete the Petition to Repeat Coursework a Third or Fourth Time (link is under “Standards Committee Petition”). Next, email the petition to [email protected] for review.

My cumulative GPA is below a 2.0 and I need to have the Liberal Arts Advising hold removed. Students are placed on academic probation when their ASU cumulative GPA drops below 2.00 at the end of the fall or spring semester. Department of Psychology major students on probation must complete the Academic Success Planner modules in Canvas.  Links to the Canvas sites are available for both on campus and online students are available here . Once completed, email your advisor or [email protected] to notify the advising team. 

I am Off Track one term and need to have the eAdvisor hold removed.  Schedule an appointment to meet with an  academic advisor in Psychology . For additional information, call 480-965-7258 or email  [email protected] . Be sure to include your name, ASU ID# and phone number. I am Off Track two terms and must change my major. You do not need to meet with a Department of Psychology advisor. Review the information on  How to Change your Major  and then contact an academic advisor in the department or school of your new major.

How do I withdraw from a course? Before withdrawing from a course, review the following information and then schedule an appointment to meet with an  academic advisor in the Department of Psychology  to discuss your situation and options. Between the drop/add deadline and the 10th week of a fall or spring semester C session class, students can withdraw from any class and receive a grade of "W." Classes with alternate beginning or ending dates (such as session A or B or summer classes) have an adjusted  withdrawal deadline . Students can request a course withdrawal online by signing into MyASU. Click on the “Registration” link in the appropriate semester and then choose “Drop/Withdraw”. Detailed instructions can be found online . Consult the  Tuition Refund Policy  to determine whether withdrawing will or will not generate a tuition refund. NOTE:  If you are receiving financial aid or a scholarship, check with the office of  Financial Aid and Scholarship Services ; withdrawing from a course may affect your aid/scholarship.

How do I withdraw from all of my classes?  Students can request a complete withdrawal from the university until the semester transaction deadline. Consult the  Academic Calendar  for appropriate deadline dates. Complete withdrawals should be viewed as a last resort since there may be serious academic and financial consequences in processing a complete withdrawal. Making a complete withdrawal from the university can be a difficult decision and ASU has many resources to help you. For more information on complete withdrawals, see  Complete Session Withdrawal Information – The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences .  

I am looking for a research lab to complete PSY 399 or PSY/NEU 499. Review the  Research Opportunities  webpage. Be sure to click on the title of the lab to view more about the research and who to contact. Contact the lab asking if they have availability and if you can meet with them for more information. Once you have been approved to work in a lab, submit the application form (available from the lab) by email to [email protected] . I am interested in the PSY/NEU 484 internship course. The Department of Psychology is committed to providing students with an opportunity to complete an internship for course credit. Internships provide students with skills and experiences that will enhance their educational and career prospects. For more information about these opportunities, review the  Department of Psychology Internship  webpage. I am interested in a PSY 384/NEU 394 undergraduate teaching assistant opportunity. Undergraduate teaching assistant opportunities are offered by instructor consent. Contact a professor with whom you may be interested in working. If the professor approves your placement, complete the  Application for Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship  and submit to the Psychology Undergraduate Student Center [email protected] . How do I change my major out of psychology or neuroscience? You do not need to meet with a Department of Psychology advisor. Review the information on  How to Change your Major  and then contact an academic advisor in the department or school of your new major. If you know the major you want, use the  Academic Advising Directory  to contact an advisor in that department and schedule an appointment.

I would like information about careers in psychology and neuroscience. There are several resources available to learn about career fields within the field of psychology and neuroscience. Review the information on our Careers page.

Who do I contact concerning financial aid or scholarships? Contact a  Financial Aid  Counselor at: 855-278-5080.

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