76 Master's in Cognitive Science in North America

The Psychology program at Columbia University is a rigorous curriculum for students who are preparing for graduate study, but who did not major in the subject as undergrads.

The Master’s Degree in Mind, Brain, and Education offered by The University of Texas at Arlington is designed for people with a wide variety of interests, including research, teaching, training, and learning environments. The MBE master’s at The University of Texas at Arlington was one of the first of its kind in the nation.

At Psychology - Psychological Science from California State University Chico course work is broad and encompasses major areas of academic psychology. 

At Psychology - Applied Psychology from California State University Chico course work is broad and encompasses major areas of academic psychology. 

The Counseling and Guidance programme at Texas A&M University - Kingsville is a 48-semester-hour Master of Science degree. This online course is designed for those seeking Texas school counsellor certification or a non-license track. It focuses on developing competent professionals to work with diverse populations.

The Rehabilitation Institute at Southern Illinois University is proud to offer an graduate masters degree in Behavior Analysis and Therapy. This comprehensive degree program is designed to train students to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) or advance onward towards doctoral training to eventually become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral (BCBA-D).

The Master of Arts program in Psychological and Quantitative Foundations with a counseling psychology subprogram is held in Hong Kong. This master degree is offered by The University of Iowa. 

Counseling Psychology from Wayne State University prepares graduates to understand best practices derived from research, theory, ecological contexts, ethical and multicultural awareness.

Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University is a unique collaborative effort between two highly-respected institutions: Thomas Jefferson University and Council for Relationships. 

Counseling and Development - Professional School Counseling from Lamar University provides the coursework for your career and certification as a Professional School Counselor.  

The M.S. in Applied Psychology (MAP) at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania emphasizes the application of psychological principles and methodologies to real world problems.  

The Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resource Management Master of Arts (MA) at Appalachian State University is a full-time, two-year on-campus programme. It combines advanced psychological theory with practical business applications, requiring a professional internship to ensure graduates are workplace-ready.

The Neurosciences and Cognitive Science program from University of Maryland offers a wide range of research and training opportunities for students who are interested in pursuing doctoral-level research in a variety of areas within neuroscience and cognitive science. 

The Applied Behavior Analysis programme at the University of Missouri–St. Louis provides professional training within the College of Education. This course focuses on developing innovators and leaders through authentic educational experiences. Students gain essential skills and perspectives to make a lasting impact in their field.

The Learning Design and Learning Science program offered by The University of Alabama at Birmingham combines art and science to design environments where individuals and communities can foster knowledge, meaning, and change.

The M.A. in Cognitive Science in Education at Columbia University explores the mental processes behind learning and thought. This 32-credit programme, offered in a public study mode, combines human cognition theory with empirical research. Students can complete their studies through full-time or part-time campus-based learning.

The Cognitive Linguistics program of Case Western Reserve University goes beyond the visible structure of language and investigates the considerably more complex backstage operations of cognition that create grammar, conceptualization, discourse, and thought itself. 

The Master of Cognitive Science at Carleton University is a pioneering interdisciplinary programme in Canada. This public study mode course explores the complexities of human thought through the sciences and humanities. Students complete this comprehensive degree over a duration of 16 to 24 months in a research-focused environment.

The Psychology (Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science) program of University of Guelph provides training for students interested in the integrative functioning of the mind and brain.

The Rural Sociology programme at Auburn University is a Master of Science degree designed to address the challenges of rural communities. This full-time postgraduate course provides students with the technical skills to evaluate resource extraction and social structures. It is delivered on-campus with a focus on research and theory.