Program options
What do you want to do? Choose the option area that suits your needs.
If you want to become a clinical psychologist, check out the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program.
![Psychology students using equipment in experimental lab.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/_Files/_Psychology/PSY-experimental-tout-21955-3402.jpg)
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Why earn a master’s degree in psychology at Missouri State?
![Student with portfolio.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/_Files/_Psychology/PSY-degree-21956-2794.jpg)
Have a degree that suits you
You won’t just have a general master’s degree in psychology. Our program has option areas (experimental or I-O) that give you specific knowledge and skills.
![Students setting up lab demonstration.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/_Files/_Psychology/Experimental-skillset-163A0164.jpg)
Find connections and conduct research
Small class sizes help you build relationships with your peers and faculty. You can work together on meaningful research.
![Student studying outside during sunset.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/_Files/_Psychology/PSY-classes-20529-6723.jpg)
Take flexible classes
Each option has elective courses you can choose from, giving you a more focused degree. Many classes are available online or in seated/hybrid formats.
![Psychology professor instructing class.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/_Files/_Psychology/PSY-faculty-21956-2549.jpg)
Learn from faculty with diverse interests
Your faculty have an array of experiences and research knowledge. Their specialties – such as behavior analysis, I/O psychology, sports psychology and much more – can give you new insights.
![Psychology student mentoring high school student in classroom.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/SMHBS/_Files/_Psychology/PSY-grad-careersoutcomes-21956-2417.jpg)