Program Overview

Industrial-Organizational Psychology Program

The Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology program at the University of Guelph is a research-intensive graduate degree that focuses on the application of psychological principles to improve workplace performance and well-being.

Program Overview

The I-O Psychology MA and PhD program at Guelph forms an integrated graduate degree, and only students interested in completing both the MA and the PhD are encouraged to apply. The program requires a thesis or equivalent research experience and is most interested in students with a strong background in research methods and statistics.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must have an Honours degree in Psychology. A thesis or equivalent research experience is also required. The program is looking for students with a strong background in research methods and statistics.

Application Requirements

The application deadline for the I-O Psychology program is January 31. All materials, including reference letters, should reach the department by this date. Missing information may preclude an application from being considered for admission.

English Language Requirements

If English is not the applicant's first language, they must write a standardized English Language Proficiency Test. The university requires acceptable tests and corresponding scores for demonstrating English language proficiency.

Application Evaluation

Each application receives an overall evaluation. The department cannot tell applicants exactly how a weaker part of their application will influence their evaluation.

Admission Process

The department evaluates applications and conducts interviews throughout January and February. Only those being interviewed will be contacted. Offer of Admission recommendations are submitted by the department to the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies for review and acceptance.

Funding

The department provides funding to students, and the funding obligation is detailed in the "Departmental Guarantee of Funding Letter." This letter is attached to the Official Offer of Admission.

Accepting an Offer

Applicants will receive an Official Offer of Admission notification between March and April. They will be provided with instructions to login to their WebAdvisor account to view and accept/decline the offer.

Program Details

• The program is research-intensive and focuses on the application of psychological principles to improve workplace performance and well-being.
• The program requires a thesis or equivalent research experience.
• The program is looking for students with a strong background in research methods and statistics.
• The application deadline is January 31.
• The department provides funding to students.
• The funding obligation is detailed in the "Departmental Guarantee of Funding Letter."

Graduate Studies

• The university offers various graduate programs, including the I-O Psychology program.
• The Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies provides support and resources for graduate students.
• Graduate students can access various forms and documents, including the Graduate Calendar and Graduate FAQ.
• The university offers provincial and federal scholarships, as well as financial support for student research and professional development.