Interested in Graduate Study in Psychology?
Attend One of Our Virtual Open Houses (10/19-10/22)
The San Francisco State University Psychology Department is hosting virtual open house sessions for prospective Fall 2027 graduate students. There will be a general session to provide information and answer questions about the department and the application process. There will also be individual sessions for each of our graduate concentrations, hosted by faculty and current graduate students. We encourage you to join us! Dates and Zoom links for each session are provided below.
You'll find our schedule and the corresponding Zoom links below. When joining the Zoom calls, please list your full name and affiliations so our faculty can easily identify you. Thanks!
Monday, October 19, 6:00–7:00 PM — General Session
https://sfsu.zoom.us/j/89940645855?pwd=v4blmhFekWPPwnc46TJVRHiOe4mcea.1
Meeting ID: 899 4064 5855
Passcode: 579228
Tuesday, October 20, 6:00–7:00 PM — Clinical
https://sfsu.zoom.us/j/83453372361?pwd=JkGuKvhMpcE9AwEJXu3MoiuMlqgUoQ.1
Meeting ID: 834 5337 2361
Passcode: 264443
Tuesday, October 20, 7:00–8:00 PM — Developmental
https://sfsu.zoom.us/j/84679713462?pwd=kWAaFaNEgGSc5umC3iap5qT3hBEdQ6.1
Meeting ID: 846 7971 3462
Passcode: 721545
Wednesday, October 21, 6:00–7:00 PM — MBB
https://sfsu.zoom.us/j/84867897414?pwd=VVBhIRCf75sj1ksZjAYbla9nhAZxt9.1
Meeting ID: 848 6789 7414
Passcode: 217053
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00–8:00 PM — SPA
https://sfsu.zoom.us/j/89612564651?pwd=nWMPWaO3zFDVn45perBQWsVPDamDGX.1
Meeting ID: 896 1256 4651
Passcode: 390992
Thursday, October 22, 7:00–8:00 PM — I/O
https://sfsu.zoom.us/j/82495701303?pwd=b3bT1Whv2sSKq2NactOOfy3olekp7Y.1
Meeting ID: 824 9570 1303
Passcode: 735292
Graduate Open House — FAQs & What to Expect
Who can attend?
These sessions are open to anyone interested in graduate study in psychology — including current SF State students, alumni, and students from other universities. Whether you’re planning to apply this year or just exploring your options for the future, you’re welcome to join.
What will be covered in the General Session?
The General Graduate Information Session (Monday, Oct. 20, 6:00–7:00 PM) will provide an overview of the graduate application process, including application timelines, program selection, statement of purpose tips, and funding opportunities. It’s designed for students considering any psychology graduate program at SF State and will include remarks from Dr. Jeff Cookston, Graduate Liaison Lauren Riley, and a video introduction from Dr. Ryan Howell our Department Chair.
How are the program sessions different?
Each program-specific open house focuses on one of our five graduate concentrations — Social, Personality & Affective Science; Clinical; Mind, Brain & Behavior; Developmental; and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Faculty coordinators will discuss program requirements, research opportunities, career pathways, and how to prepare a strong application for that particular concentration. Students are encouraged to attend multiple sessions if they’re interested in more than one concentration.
Should I have my video and audio on?
All sessions are virtual and open to the public, and no registration is required. You’re welcome to keep your camera off if you prefer — most participants do. However, if you’d like to ask a question during the Q&A or engage directly with faculty or students, feel free to turn on your video or use your mic when invited.