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If you like numbers, statistics, social science, and the potential of a rewarding career with many promising opportunities, then Ball State’s master of science degree in quantitative psychology might be just for you.

In a world where assessment, measurement, and the ability to accurately analyze all this big data is critical, quantitative methods are at the heart of all aspects of psychology, education, business, and the social sciences. In this program, you will study methods and techniques for the measurement of human attributes, the statistical and mathematical modeling of psychological processes, the design of research studies, and the analysis of psychological data.

This program will provide you with basic and advanced statistical knowledge and skills, plus the proficiency to analyze and apply data in a variety of social science-related data situations that are necessary for many public and private sector jobs in education and industry, as well as for pursuing a doctoral degree.

In this program, you will study:

  • methods and techniques for the measurement of human attributes
  • the statistical and mathematical modeling of psychological processes
  • the design of research studies, and the analysis of psychological data

This program will also provide you with basic and advanced statistical knowledge and skills, plus the proficiency to analyze and apply data in a variety of social science-related data situations that are necessary for many public and private sector jobs in education and industry, as well as for pursuing a doctoral degree.

The individual attention and direct mentorship you will receive from Ball State’s faculty within the nationally accredited and ranked Department of Educational Psychology is probably the number one reason Ball State’s master’s degree in quantitative psychology will stand out to you. But we have so many more reasons.

Faculty in the program have active research programs in both applied and theoretical statistics. They have connections with testing agencies, federal agencies, departments of education, charter schools, and many other organizations who rely on statistical analysis. In fact, our faculty are often conducting research or assisting in grant applications for outside groups. Their connections and experiences will add value and richness to your experience.

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Unlike many other quantitative psychology programs, you have the option to concentrate on mixed methods of research to add breadth to the in-depth knowledge you will gain in statistics.

Also, your thesis will give you the opportunity to take your research directly into doctoral programs in quantitative psychology, educational psychology, educational research, psychometrics, or experimental psychology.

You may take the courses for the master’s in quantitative psychology online, on our main campus in Muncie, Indiana, or a blend of both.

Ball State offers some of the most competitive tuition rates in the Midwest.

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Accelerated Master's Program (AMP)

Our Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) in Educational Psychology and in Quantitative Psychology allows you to begin your graduate studies at Ball State while still an undergraduate student saving time and money as you pursue an advanced education in your field of interest.

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