Purpose and Outcomes
The Master's of Transpersonal Psychology degree program is offered to learners whose focus is on learning as well as practice. This program is especially geared towards professionals in the healing arts. Transpersonal Psychology integrates both psychology and spirituality, an interdisciplinary approach. In addition, the field draws from philosophy, art, anthropology, history, and healing.
Transpersonal Psychology is a branch of psychology that is concerned with the study of those states and processes in which people experience a deeper or wider sense of who they are, or a sense of greater connectedness with others, nature, or the "spiritual" dimension. It is about the seen and the unseen, the conscious and the unconscious beliefs that guide people's everyday beliefs, motivations, and behaviors. Transpersonal Psychology is the study of the "whole" human being, mind, body, and spirit, combining insight from both Eastern and Western thinking.
Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission into the graduate program must have the following requirements:
1. An undergraduate degree from an accredited U.S. College or university, or *an equivalent degree from an accredited college or university outside of the United States (The accrediting agency must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education), with at least a 3.0 GPA or higher.
2. Official transcripts from previously attended colleges or universities must be original documents and not copies of the documents.
3. Two letters of recommendation submitted directly via mail in a sealed and signed envelope. These letters must be written by employers, former professors or other persons who can provide evaluations and testimonies of your ability to be considered in the graduate program.
4. Resume' or Curriculum Vitae (as applicable to the degree program) detailing your profile, current affiliation, position descriptions and dates of employment.
5. A Completed Application for Admission Form which can be completed either online or downloaded and sent via postal mail. The non-refundable application and processing fee of $125.00 must be paid upon submission of application form.
6. A Completed Tuition Agreement Form downloaded, signed, dated and sent via mail or submitted online.
7. A two - three page Personal Statement that outlines your objectives and goals.
8. A 2 x 2 passport size photo of yourself for records and registration purposes.
Registration
Please visit the enrollment page to register.
Time for Completion
All learners are expected to complete their degree within an acceptable time period. Learners needing additional time to complete a degree must petition to the University and will be subject to any additions/changes in required program course work.
Graduation Requirements
39 units of graduate credit and completion of a capstone electronic portfolio
project/practicum are required for the Master's Degree. We offer considerable
flexibility and guidance in working with you to create a capstone experience to
suit your master's degree work, integrating both knowledge and practice.
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Transfer Credit
In some cases, accredited colleges may not accept for transfer, courses and degrees completed at unaccredited colleges. The acceptance for transfer of American Pacific University credits is to be determined by the receiving institution. All courses in the Master's Degree Program must be taken at American Pacific University; there is no acceptance of transfer credit taken at other institutions.
