What do I do if I can't get into a PhD program in psychology? Help!

DadTwoGirls
Sun, 11 Feb 2018 06:11:00 +0000

To me, an undergrad GPA of 3.95 suggests that you are ready for graduate school. Whether this be directly into a PhD program, or to first do a Masters, is hard to say (I am not that familiar with psychology as a major).

In my experience funding for Masters programs in the US is iffy. You might want to consider schools in the US and also consider schools elsewhere, such as in Australia or Canada. Once you get a Master’s, then at least from what I have seen PhD programs are usually funded.

It is normal to feel a bit “deflated” after getting a four year degree – something that you have worked for very hard suddenly is over. “What do I do now” is a normal feeling at this point. I think that you are going to work this out and do well.