The Department of Psychology offers the doctor of philosophy in psychology with programs in clinical (APA accredited) psychology, social psychology, cognition/ cognitive development, and psychology and law.
Students complete course requirements in topics designated as core areas of psychology, a preliminary comprehensive examination, and a research-based dissertation.
September 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
1000 E. University Ave, Dept. 3254,
LARAMIE,
Wyoming,
82071, United States
Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution. All applicants should have at least a 3.00 cumulative GPA (scale of 4.00)
Provide Official Proof of English Proficiency
The University of Wyoming accepts a variety of English proficiency exams. While the most popular are TOEFL (540 or 76 minimum for iBT), IELTS (6.5 minimum), Duolingo (110), and Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (176 minimum).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.