Program Admission

Industrial-organizational psychology is centered on understanding work from a psychological perspective. In the MSIO program, students are trained in I-O psychology theories and research methods, studying how they apply in work settings such as industry and government. You'll develop expertise across a range of areas, including personnel assessment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, motivation, team performance, and leadership.

Admission to the MSIO program is competitive and selective. Admitted applicants typically have a GPA of 3.0 or above, though a variety of factors are considered — including all submitted materials and the number of available openings in the program.

You can find a full description of admission requirements, eligibility, application deadlines, and required materials in the MSIO section of the Graduate Bulletin. When you're ready to apply, visit Graduate Studies admissions.

Admissions Timeline

We admit new students in the Fall semester only. The priority deadline for applications is April 15. We begin reviewing applications at that point and continue reviewing completed applications until the cohort fills. Late applications are accepted, but if the cohort is already full, applicants risk having to defer a year.