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Canada: Departments of Psychology and of Human Development
Canada: Educational Psychology and Departments of Education
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USA - Departments of Psychology and Human Development
University of California, Los Angeles
Ph.D.; Psychometrics
1285 Franz Hall
Box 951563
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1563
Phone: (310) 825-2961
Fax: (310) 206-5895
University of California, Merced
Ph.D.; Quantitative Psychology
Area Head: Will Shadish
SSHA, 5200 North Lake Rd.
Merced CA 95343
Phone: (209) 228-4372
Fax: (209) 228-4390
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Quantitative Psychology
603 East Daniel St.
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 333-0631
Fax: (217) 244-5876
James Madison University
Center for Assessment and Research Studies
Ph.D. in Assessment and Measurement
821 S. Main St., MSC 6806
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Phone: (540) 568-6706
Fax: (540) 568-7878
Email: assessment@jmu.edu
Kent State University
Assessment Psychology
Minor in Quantitative Psychology
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Department of Psychology
P.O. Box 5190
Kent, Ohio 44242-0001
Phone: (330) 672-3580
Fax: (330) 672-7932
Email: gradpsyc@kent.edu
College of Education and Human Development
Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology
Program Chair: Dr. Jeff Valentine
Ohio University
Department of Psychology
Ph.D.; Clinical Psychology - Applied Quantitative
Ph.D.; Experimental Psychology - Applied Quantitative
200 Porter Hall
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: (740) 593-1707
Fax: (740) 593-0579
Email: psychology@ohio.edu
Purdue University
Department of Psychological Sciences
Ph.D.; Quantitative Psychology
703 Third Street, PRCE 385B
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2081
Phone: (765) 494-6067
University of Rhode Island
Department of Psychology
Behavioral Science Ph.D. Program
Research Methodology Focus Area
Director: Dr. Lisa L. Harlow
10 Chafee Rd, Suite 8
Kingston, RI 02881
Phone: (401) 874-4242
E-mail: lharlow@uri.edu
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USA - Educational Psychology and Departments of Education
University of California at Santa Barbara
Department of Education
Ph.D., M.A.; Research Methodology
Graduate Division
3117 Cheadle Hall
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-2070
Phone: (805) 893-2277
Fax: (805) 893-8259
University of California, Los Angeles
Department of Education
Ph.D.; Advanced Quantitative Methods
Ph.D.; Educational Research Methods
M.A.; Research Methods
Social Research Methodology
Office of Student Services
1009 Moore Hall
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1521
Phone: (310) 825-8326
Columbia University (Teachers College)
Department of Human Development
Ph.D., Ed.D., Ed.M.; Measurement and Evaluation
M.S.; Applied Statistics
Academic Secretary: Diane Katanik
525 W. 120th St.
Box 118
New York, NY 10027
Office: 453 Grace Dodge Hall
Phone: (212) 678-4150
Email: hud2@tc.edu
Georgia State University
College of Education
Department of Educational Policy Studies
Ph.D., M.S.; Concentration in Research, Measurement, and Statistics
P.O. Box 3977
Atlanta GA 30302-3977
Office Phone: (404) 651-2582
Fax: (404) 651-1009
Ohio State University
Quantitative Research, Evaluation, and Measurement
122 Ramseyer Hall
29 W. Woodruff Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210-1177
Phone: (614) 688-4007
Fax: (614) 292-7900 or (888) 678-3382
Email: edplssgs@osu.edu
Rutgers University
Graduate School of Education/Department
of Educational Psychology
Ph.D., Ed.M. Programs in Educational
Statistics, Measurement & Evaluation
(search under Academic Programs on
above-linked website)
Measurement Program Coordinator: Douglas Penfield
Phone: (732)932-7496 Ext. 8324
Fax: (732) 932-6829
Email: dougpen@rci.rutgers.edu
University of South Florida
Department of Educational Measurement & Research
Ph.D., M.Ed.; Measurement and Evaluation
Chair: Dr. Lou Carey
Email: carey@tempest.coedu.usf.edu
University of Virginia
Curry School of Education
Ph.D. in Educational Research
P.O. Box 400261
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4261
Phone: (434) 924-3334
Fax: (434) 924-0747
Virginia Tech (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
School of Education
Ph.D. Educational Research and Evaluation
316 East Eggleston Hall (0302)
Blacksburg, VA 24061
Phone: (540) 231-6960
Fax: (540) 231-7845
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University of Manitoba
Faculty of Arts
Department of Psychology
Methodology Program
Ph.D., Methodology
H. J. Keselman
190 Dysart Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-9360
Email: kesel@cc.umanitoba.ca
Simon Fraser University
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Psychology Department
Ph.D., M.A.; Quantitative Program
Anita Turner, Graduate Advisor
Quantitative Graduate Programme
8888 University Drive
Burnaby, BC Canada V5A 1S6
Phone: (604) 291-4367
Email: turner@sfu.ca
University of Western Ontario
Faculty of Social Sciences
Psychology Department
Personality and Measurement Program
Ph.D. in Psychology
Val Van Domelen, Graduate Secretary
Social Science Centre
London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5C2
Phone: (519) 661-2064
Email: vmvandom@uwo.ca
York University
Faculty of Health
Department of Psychology
Methodology (MA, PhD)
c/o: Michael Friendly
4700 Keele St.
Toronto, ON M3J 1P3
Phone: (416) 736-2100
Email: friendly@yorku.ca
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Who compiles this list?
The APA Division 5 Web Editor.
How is the list organized?
The list is divided into psychology/human development and education/educational psychology. Within each of these broad categories, listings are alphabetical. Universities with state names are alphabetized by state name. Universities with the same state name are listed alphabetically by city name. Other universities are alphabetized by the university's name. The table of contents includes alphabetical links that take you to the first program listed by that letter.
What criteria are used to determine list inclusion?
Programs located in the United States of America or Canada offering a Doctoral degree in psychometrics, quantitative methods, or a related field. Self identification by the programs in question determines what specifically counts as psychometrics, quantitative methods, or a related field.
How do the different types of programs differ?
Every program has its own unique approach. Broadly speaking, psychometrics focuses on measurement of psychological variables. Quantitative psychology focuses on statistical modeling of psychological processes. Evaluation focuses on the research aimed at assessing the success of some activity such as an educational program or service provision. Research design focuses on data collection rather than data analysis. Research methods offers the most general rubric which can encompass all or any of the above. Check individual program web pages for descriptions of each program's emphasis.
Does APA Division 5 evaluate the programs listed?
No. We provide the list for information purposes only.
Is the list complete and up-to-date?
While every effort is made to maintain a complete and up-to-date list, this is by no means guaranteed. Individual programs are encouraged to keep their listings up-to-date by providing listing information.
How do I submit changes or additions to the list?
How do I apply to programs on the list?
Check individual program web pages for admissions and application information.
When do I apply?
Most programs admit students once a year with classes beginning in September or there about. Application deadlines typically range from October to February with admissions decisions typically made during the spring. Check individual program web pages for individual application deadlines.
Who may apply?
Most Ph.D. programs require an undergraduate degree or overseas equivalent. Ph.D. programs generally do not require a Master's degree and many students apply directly from their undergraduate program. Most programs do not require that the undergraduate degree specialize in psychology, although many require certain undergraduate courses. Check individual program web pages for detailed requirements of that program.
Why is this list here?
Michael Edwards and Linda Collins independently suggested the list in a session on attracting students to quantitative psychology at the 2005 APA Convention. The initial thinking was that the list would include 12-13 programs but this quickly grew to 12-13 pages. The aim is to provide basic contact information in a centralized place as a helpful resource to students seeking to apply to programs in psychometrics, quantitative psychology, and related areas.
Why does the list not include Psy.D. programs?
Short answer: There are none. Long answer: Psy.D. programs generally emphasize the practice of psychology over research skills. Programs in quantitative psychology, psychometrics, research methods, evaluation, and related areas generally emphasize research skills.
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Tammy Trierweiler assisted in the compilation of the US list.
Rachel Fouladi compiled the Canadian list.
The following individuals provided suggestions or additional information for the US list.
Bob Abbott
Leona Aiken
Carolyn Anderson
Razia Azen
A. Alexander Beaujean
Andreana Benitez
Shelley A. Blozis
Gwyneth Boodoo
Gordon Brooks
David Budescu
Antonious Cillessen
Linda Collins
Lawrence DeCarlo
Michael Edwards
Carolyn Furlow
Kurt F. Geisinger
Matthew Gushta
Adam R. Hafdahl
Gregory M. Hurtz
Jamison Fargo
Gregory R. Hancock
Lisa Harlow
Todd Little
George Johanson
Ken Kelley
Katherine E. Masyn
Scott E. Maxwell
Jack McArdle
Glen Milewski
Yasuo Miyazaki
Bengt Muthen
Ann O'Connell
Dena Pastor
Terri Pigott
Kristopher Preacher
Steve Reise
Alan Reifman
Katherine Ryan
Alecia Santuzzi
Shlomo S. Sawilowsky
Charles Scherbaum
Everett Smith
Rick Taylor
Paul Thomas
Everett V. Smith, Jr.
Alexander A. Von Eye
David J. Weiss
Ed Wiley
Mark Wilson
Victor Wilson
The folloiwing individuals provided suggestions or additional information for the Canadian list.
Jeremy Biesanz
Gwyneth Boodoo
Yoshio Takane
If you provided information and your name is missing, please let the web editor know.
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