Ph.D (ACBS) Prospective Students
Information for Applied Cognitive and Brain Science Ph.D. Applicants
We are delighted that you are interested in applying to Drexel University's ACBS Psychology Ph.D. Program! We are seeking applicants with a strong academic record, as evidenced by their GRE scores (a quantitative plus verbal sum of 1250 or greater is desirable), strength of undergraduate institution and GPA (3.5 or greater is preferred). In addition we look for outstanding letters of recommendation (from doctoral-level academic, researchoriented psychologists, if possible), high-quality research experience, and a statement of purpose that convinces us a student is an excellent “match” for one or more of our research groups.
Our deadline for completed applications is December 1st. Please make sure that you have submitted all required materials before the deadline. Below is a checklist to help uide you through the application process.
Required Materials Checklist
- Online Application
- Transcripts – Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all the colleges/universities that you have attended. Transcripts must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the college/university seal over the flap.
- GRE – Official copies of GRE scores must be sent to Drexel (test code 2194); Psychology subject test
recommended - Faculty Preference Ranking Form – This form is submitted through a secure web-based application. Please click on Faculty Preference Ranking Form to complete the form online
- Three letters of recommendation – Download the Letter of Recommendation Form, complete Section I, and pass on to your evaluators. Evaluators should complete Section II and attach a letter of recommendation (printed on official letterhead). Both documents must be returned to you in a sealed envelope with the evaluator’s signature across the seal.
- 1,500-word personal statement that discusses (and integrates) your research experiences and interests, and how these fit into the Drexel program and into a specific faculty's (or research group's) work in particular.
- Curriculum Vitae/Résumé
- Interview (if selected)
- [International applicants only] TOEFL – Official copies of TOEFL scores must be sent to Drexel (test code 2194)
Please mail your transcripts, letters of recommendation (with required form), personal statement, and curriculum vitae (résumé) to the address listed below:
Drexel University
Graduate Admissions
Main Building
3141 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
USA
For more details, please visit the Graduate Admissions Application Checklist.