Boston University’s Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences is a globally recognized leader in educating undergraduate and graduate students across a wide range of research areas. Both the Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs in Psychology have a strong foundation in scientific inquiry and quantitative methods.
The United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) has classified the CIP code assigned to these academic programs as STEM. F-1 International students who complete this program may be able to apply to USCIS for extended employment authorization provided their employer and the job meet all STEM OPT eligibility requirements.
BU’s academic programs in psychological and brain sciences combine rigorous classroom learning with extensive opportunities for hands-on research—preparing students to explore the complexities of mind and behavior and to make meaningful contributions to the field.
