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The Psychology PhD

by Columbia University Psychology Department

As current PhD students, we created this podcast because we know that applying to graduate programs in psychology can be bewildering. We remember asking ourselves questions like: Is a graduate degree in psychology right for me? If so, what kind of program should I choose? How do I develop competitive application materials? And is there anyone else like me in these programs? If you‘re wondering about the same things, you‘ve landed in the right place! We‘re glad you‘re here.As you explore the podcast, please keep in mind that all content applies to U.S.-based programs in particular. Please also note that unfortunately we are not able to provide individualized guidance or feedback. Special thanks to the Columbia Psychology DEI Working Group for their valuable input on this series.

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Episodes

  1. Interview with Margaux Wienk | Season 2, Episode 5

    In this season of The Psychology PhD, we are chatting with students in our program to provide a glimpse into their unique backgrounds and experiences prior to pursuing a PhD. For this episode, we meet Margaux Wienk, a fourth-year PhD student advised by Dr. Valerie Purdie Greenaway. General Links:...

  2. Interview with Hannah Tarder-Stoll | Season 2, Episode 4

    In this season of The Psychology PhD, we are chatting with students in our program to provide a glimpse into their unique backgrounds and experiences prior to pursuing a PhD. For this episode, we meet Hannah Tarder-Stoll, a fifth-year PhD student advised by Drs. Mariam Aly and Chris Baldassano....

  3. Interview with Emily Nakkawita | Season 2, Episode 3

    In this season of The Psychology PhD, we are chatting with students in our program to provide a glimpse into their unique backgrounds and experiences prior to pursuing a PhD. For this episode, we meet Emily Nakkawita, a fourth-year PhD student advised by Dr. Tory Higgins. General Links: Watch...

  4. Interview with Manasi Jayakumar | Season 2, Episode 2

    In this season of The Psychology PhD, we are chatting with students in our program to provide a glimpse into their unique backgrounds and experiences prior to pursuing a PhD. For this particular episode, we meet Manasi Jayakumar, a fourth-year PhD student advised by Dr. Mariam Aly. General Links:...

  5. Interview with Anna Vannucci | Season 2, Episode 1

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Psychology PhD! As grad students in the Columbia University psychology department, we hope to provide you with some insight into graduate studies in psychology, from applying to programs to learning about day-to-day life as a PhD student. Season 2 features conversations...

  6. Preparing for Interviews | Season 1, Episode 6

    This is the final episode of Season 1, which covers the process of applying to PhD programs in experimental psychology. In this particular episode, we discuss what you can expect from PhD program interviews and how you can prepare for them. We cover six main topics. First, what is the purpose of...

  7. Writing Your Statement of Purpose | Season 1, Episode 5

    In this episode, we discuss what exactly a statement of purpose is and how you should develop yours for PhD program applications. We cover four main topics. First, what is the purpose of a statement of purpose (no pun intended)? Second, what is the typical structure of such a statement? Third…

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  8. Research Experience and Recommendation Letters | Season 1, Episode 4

    In this episode, we discuss research experience in experimental psychology and how to request letters of recommendation for PhD program applications from your research supervisors (or other potential letter writers). We cover four main topics. First, what does research experience look like in…

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  9. CVs and Resumes | Season 1, Episode 3

    In this episode, we discuss how to develop CVs and resumes for PhD programs in experimental psychology (or anything else you’re interested in applying to). We cover three main topics. First, what exactly is a CV? Second, how is a CV different from a resume? And third, how should you design and...

  10. Getting Organized for PhD Program Applications | Season 1, Episode 2

    In this episode, we discuss the process of getting organized to apply to PhD programs in experimental psychology. We cover four main topics. First, how do you know when you’re ready to apply? Second, what factors might you take into consideration when choosing programs to apply to? Third, what…

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  11. Introduction to the Psychology PhD | Season 1, Episode 1

    Welcome to the very first episode of The Psychology PhD! As grad students in the Columbia University psychology department, we hope to provide you with some insight into graduate studies in psychology, from applying to programs to learning about day-to-day life as a PhD student. Season 1 focuses…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

As current PhD students, we created this podcast because we know that applying to graduate programs in psychology can be bewildering. We remember asking ourselves questions like: Is a graduate degree in psychology right for me? If so, what kind of program should I choose? How do I develop competitive application materials? And is there anyone else like me in these programs? If you‘re wondering about the same things, you‘ve landed in the right place! We‘re glad you‘re here.As you explore the podcast, please keep in mind that all content applies to U.S.-based programs in particular. Please also note that unfortunately we are not able to provide individualized guidance or feedback. Special thanks to the Columbia Psychology DEI Working Group for their valuable input on this series.

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As current PhD students, we created this podcast because we know that applying to graduate programs in psychology can be bewildering. We remember asking ourselves questions like: Is a graduate degree in psychology right for me? If so, what kind of program should I choose? How do I develop...

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