Applicant FAQs

Industrial-Organizational Psychology Program

*The program will not be admitting a new class for the 2026 academic year. We appreciate the interest from all prospective applicants.*

When is the application deadline?

The deadline for receipt of all application materials is December 1st for the following fall term. 

What are the admissions standards/requirements?

Please review the 'I-O admission information' page. 

What materials are required for my application?

Please review a list of required materials

Should I take the GRE subject test in psychology?

Subject test scores may be submitted, but are not required.

Will I have the opportunity to work with different faculty members, or just my advisor?

We foster a highly collaborative program culture and encourage graduate students to work with different faculty members on a variety of projects.

Will I be able to schedule a program visit prior to applying?

Out of fairness to other applicants, we do not accommodate visits to the department prior to admission decisions.

Where can I find more general information about applying to the Department of Psychology at UGA?

Prospective Students

Additional Questions?

Admission requirements and review process:

Program Chair:

Living in Athens and student life:

Student IOPSA Representatives: