DePaul Experimental Psychology/Psychological Science PhD

[an12003]

Figured I'd start a thread because there's (unfortunately) very little anecdotal information to be found about the program. Has anyone else applied, or does anyone have info or an opinion about the program? I personally think that the faculty is incredible, but am a bit worried that DePaul doesn't rank in the NRC listings for social psych.

[VIP9014]

Hey,

 

I interviewed for this program (cognitive/neuro focus) and I am still waiting to hear back regarding a decision. I got a great vibe from them. It seems like grads go on to do some cool things in both industry and academia (although more of the former). They do things a bit later in the year so I'm hoping that is the reason that they have not gotten back to me yet. If you've heard anything, keep me posted!

[Megs80]

I don't know about this specific program, but I can tell you all about the general culture at DePaul. Do NOT go here if you are in any way an unconventional or artsy person. You will be miserable, believe me. Please consider what the atmosphere here will be like, no matter how great the program may be. It is the largest Catholic school in the nation. True, it is a progressive Catholic school (they even have a LGBTQ studies program) and I have never found their religious philosophy to interfere with my academics. However, its Catholic mission--forgive me for generalizing--means that it overall attracts an extremely lame and mainstream student body. Lots of sorority/frat-like people who you will run into, even if you're in a grad program--if you're based in Lincoln Park, that is. I might consider your program only if it was based in the Loop (downtown) and if you received excellent funding. DePaul may have once been a reputable school, but it is now gaining notoriety as a veritable degree factory. If you are moving from out of state, you will not know this info that Chicagoans are privy to. All of the a-hole wealthy local kids are known to attend this U. Believe me, the culture will begin to affect you, no matter how much you try to focus on your studies.

[Megs80]

Hi everyone,

 

I probably shouldn't have posted my above comment because I'm not involved with the program mentioned here, nor do I know much about it to be honest. (I'm in a totally unrelated program.) Also, I realize people weren't asking about the overall atmosphere at the university. I was just searching to see if anyone else had anything to say about the school. I don't mean to deter people if they really like what their potential program has to offer. I stand by my feelings about DePaul in general, but I was also having a really bad day! Thanks.