MA in Psychology and Law

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

The Catholic University of America

Program Overview

Knowledge of psychological theory and methods often prove useful in legal applications. Some specific areas in which psychology has an impact on the legal profession include memory and testimony, product testing and producer liability, psychological testing, competency and the insanity defense, and interpretation of statistical results. Though the coursework is similar to that for the general M.A. degree, only 15 credits of electives are required. The M.A. is awarded in conjunction with the J.D. after 21 credits of coursework, approval of a topic paper, and successful completion of the comprehensive examinations.

Program Key Stats

$44400 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Academic research and teaching
  • Clinical psychology
  • Community relations
  • Counseling
  • Education
  • Environmental psychology
  • Forensic psychology
  • Government research
  • Human resources
  • Law
  • Market research
  • Psychiatry
  • Social services
  • Vocational psychology

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