Masters in Psychology Programs in New Jersey
(found programs from 19 schools)

New Jersey is one of the states with highest earning potential for psychologists according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average income for marriage and family therapists in New Jersey in 2010 was $61,450. In the same year, a licensed professional counselor in the state earned $45,860. Both licenses are regulated by the State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners.

New Jersey is a highly populated area with plenty of opportunities for employment. Jobs can be found in the educational system, hospitals, private practice, teaching, government, and within the legal system.

Some of the schools in New Jersey that offer graduate psychology programs are:

College of Saint Elizabeth: Located in Moorestown, this private Catholic liberal arts school has a Master of Arts programs with tracks in: forensic psychology, mental health counseling, and school counseling. Forensic psychology is for those who want to work in the law enforcement and criminal justice system. A forensic psychologist often works with prisoners, repeat offenders, or ex-convicts. The forensic psychology program includes coursework in understanding, evaluating and treating adult and juvenile offenders, as well as the victims of crime and domestic violence.

Montclair State University: A public institution located in the city of Montclair, the graduate psychology program offered is at the Master of Arts level. A counseling concentration is available with focus areas in addiction counseling, community counseling, school counseling, and student affairs counseling. Addictions counseling is specific to professionals who work in addiction recovery and treatment.

Rutgers University: A private University in the city of New Brunswick, this school offers a Master of Arts in either Counseling Psychology or School Counseling. Both programs focus on basic and applied research and are intended for those who are seeking to continue their studies and earn a doctorate degree.