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No, throughout my research in graduate admissions for doctorate programs in Clinical and Social Psychology most students can obtain a Master's Degree en route to the Ph.D. I have found that a masters degree is not required by most Psych PhD programs in the US. Correct! Though, some people feel they are not a strong enough candidate after they get their BA to get into a PhD program, so they do a Masters first. I decided to do a Masters first where I gained valuable experience working with a number of professors on research projects, which I did not do in my undergrad school. But, that was my fault in undergrad for not taking that opportunity. Depends on what type of candidate you are after you graduate with your BA. If you have a low GPA and no research or clinical experience, go for the MA and get some experience somewhere.

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In general, no. Most schools allow direct admission into the doctorate program with an undergraduate degree. However, you should check the specific requirements of the school(s) you are interested in. Also, depending on what you want to do, you may not need a doctorate. Many states allow licensure and many insurance companies now pay for counseling provided by a person with a master's degree. The above statement is correct. Though, many people feel a Masters improve their chances of getting into a PhD program, since they do not feel like they would be a strong enough candidate just with a BA.

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A Masters program will have required undergraduate courses, and you must have taken the courses to be accepted. However, you may be able to gain acceptance without having a complete degree in psychology, as long as you have a BA or BS, and you have completed the required courses.

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Yes you can. Many individuals take a master's that is unrelated to there bachelor's degree.

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