About the course

The Prevention Science Graduate Program at Washington State University provides training opportunities at the doctoral level for students interested in developing expertise in the study of individuals and families and in the development and evaluation of prevention programs. The Ph.D. program in Prevention Science at Washington State University is an interdisciplinary program, participating faculty are from Human Development, Communication, Educational Psychology, Psychology, and Nursing. The program emphasizes training in both the generation of research-based knowledge and its translation into effective programs and policies that positively impact the well-being of children, youth, adults, families, and their communities. Examples of prevention programs include drug and alcohol prevention programs, broad based youth development programs, and early child care and learning quality improvement programs. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$83,166

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Pullman
Fall (August), 2025	Pullman

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Washington State University

550 TOEFL Minimum score

　　Students must submit three letters of recommendation, GRE scores on verbal, quantitative, and analytic aptitude tests. Official transcripts from all colleges attended. A written statement (Statement of Purpose) by the applicant 1) detailing reasons for applying 2) research interests, 3) relevant research and professional experiences, and 4) career goals. Also list the faculty member(s) you are interested in working with. When listing faculty members, note their location, and only list faculty members at the location you are applying to. The Prevention Science program is offered at the Pullman, Spokane, and Vancouver campuses. A few faculty members are located at other locations, they can advise students at any of the three locations.

　　Admission to the graduate program in Prevention Science is determined by the Prevention Science Graduate Committee. Decisions are based on careful appraisal of completed material submitted in the application process.

　　For this year?s application cycle (i.e., students applying to enter the program for the 2022-23 academic year), we are not requiring GRE scores. If they are submitted, they will not be considered during the application review process , The minimum acceptable IELTS score is 7. toefl ibt 80

　　Applicants with at least a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) grade point Avg, or the equivalent in the last 60 graded semester (90 quarter) hours, from an accredited college or university, or at least a B grade point Avg in any graduate work from a recognized graduate school are eligible for admission to regular student status. Applicants with at least 12 semester hours of approved coursework from accredited graduate schools with at least a B grade point Avg are eligible for admission to regular student status.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Washington State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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