Overview
The University of Baltimore is an upper-division university offering the junior and senior years to undergraduates as well as full graduate study in three units: Yale Gordon College of Liberal Arts, Merrick School of Business, and the School of Law. The Division of Applied Behavioral Sciences is housed within the Yale Gordon College of Liberal Arts. The University of Baltimore was founded as a private institution in 1925 and is now part of the University System of Maryland. Total student enrollment is approximately 5,000.

Nearly 90 students are currently enrolled, one half of whom are studying full-time. They come from all over the country and from a variety of backgrounds. Many, back in school after several years of working in some aspect of applied psychology, are seeking advancement in their careers. Others, coming directly from college, are preparing to enter the field or planning to move on to Ph.D. or Psy.D. programs. Many of the students are active in the program's chapter of Psi Chi and in a local chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management.

The Location and Community
Baltimore has received national recognition for its renaissance. It is a thriving city with cultural, athletic, educational, and recreational opportunities. The University of Baltimore is located in what is known as the cultural corridor. The Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Lyric Opera House, Maryland Institute College of Art, the Walters Art Museum, and the Baltimore Museum of Art are within 1 mile. Oriole Park at Camden Yards, the Ravens' M&T Bank Stadium, and the vibrant Harborplace are about 3 miles south of campus. Annapolis, on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay, is a 45-minute drive, and Washington, D.C., is a 1-hour commute.

Programs of Study and Degree Requirements
The Division of Applied Behavioral Science offers a wide range of psychology-related courses of study, including a Master of Science (M.S.) degree program in applied psychology. The master's program in applied psychology enables students to apply psychological knowledge in a wide variety of work settings. The program also provides preparation for career advancement or for admission to doctoral programs. Students choose a specialization in industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology, counseling psychology, or psychological applications. Elective credits permit students to combine aspects of several areas of specialization or to create customized, cross-disciplinary degrees that support careers in many professional settings. The Yale Gordon College of Liberal Arts' emphasis on professional applications of the liberal arts creates an unusually flexible and rewarding mix of the academic and practical.

Twelve credits of core psychology and methodology courses are required of all students. As a result, all acquire fundamental background for pursuing a Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree. Each specialization has an additional 30-credit combination of required applications courses and electives—42 credits total. Qualified students are eligible for the thesis option, and a variety of internship opportunities are available.

Within the area of I/O psychology, students develop skills to apply their knowledge in businesses, consulting firms, and government agencies. Students seeking a career in human resources can specialize in I/O psychology with a focus in human resource development.

Counseling students often plan for a career as a licensed master's-level counselor. The program offers all course work (60 credits) that are included in state of Maryland requirements for a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Graduates can choose to take the additional 18 credits at the University in the post-master's Professional Counselor Pre-Licensure program.

Students in the psychological applications track select an area of interest other than counseling or I/O psychology (communication, conflict management, forensics, health-care management, or human services administration). Assessment, program evaluation, and courses from other departments provide students with preparation for employment in psychology or related areas.

Facilities & Resources
The division maintains a computer lab equipped with networked Pentium computers. These are used to support psychology experiments, statistical training, and instruction. The University's computing facilities include several large labs with up-to-date networked PCs with Internet access for research.

The William and Althea Wagman Applied Psychology Laboratory is a gift from Professor Emeritus Wagman and his wife and includes a computer Intranet system, a sensory deprivation room, a group testing facility, an assessment library, an individual testing room, and a wet lab.

The University's Langsdale Library holds hundreds of books and dozens of periodicals in the area of applied psychology. Students also have full access to several million volumes and thousands of journals in the University System of Maryland. Langsdale Library subscribes to more than 50 online databases that provide access to full-text journal articles from almost 10,000 titles. Access is provided both on and off campus.

Expenses and Aid
In 2004-05, for graduate students who are Maryland residents, tuition is $374 per credit hour. Nonresident graduate students pay $569 per credit hour. All students taking fewer than 12 credits pay a University flat fee of $60, and for students taking 12 or more credit hours it is $280.50. There are also a University per-credit fee of $45 (not to exceed $309.50) and a technology fee of $5 per credit hour (not to exceed $60). Students may pay tuition and fees with cash, check, Discover, Visa, or MasterCard.

Financial Aid:
The Office of Financial Aid on campus assists graduate students in obtaining loans, scholarships, and other means of assistance. Many students obtain internships or work on independent or contractual projects. A limited number of graduate assistantships, which provide tuition remission and a stipend, are available.

Housing/Living Expenses:
The University of Baltimore is a commuter campus with no student housing on campus; however, University-affiliated housing is located within walking distance and assistance in locating affordable housing is provided by the Center for Student Involvement. Located in midtown Baltimore at an exit of the Jones Falls Expressway (I-83), its proximity to the MARC station, major bus routes, and its own light-rail stop makes the campus an easy commute from a variety of neighborhoods in the Baltimore area.

How to Apply
All candidates for admission must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. Unconditional acceptance requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 and either an undergraduate degree in psychology or an acceptable specialization in psychology. Both fall and spring admissions are possible. Applicants must submit transcripts, GRE scores, two letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, an application form, and an application fee.

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