Penn’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology

Learn from leaders in the field from anywhere in the world

Developed by one of the founders of positive psychology, Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman, the University of Pennsylvania’s Master of Applied Positive Psychology program educates students at the cutting edge of this transformative field. A background in psychology is not required for this degree; our community of students and alumni from around the world includes professionals from a variety of fields such as healthcare, human resources, and education.

In a health crisis, past and current Penn Pre-Health Programs students pitch in

Cait Cavarocchi was in her second term of Penn’s Pre-Health Programs when the coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic. Like many students, Cait and her classmates completed the term online in accordance with the order to stay home and maintain social distance—but it was hard, knowing that members of her chosen profession were working on the front lines of the disease. “I decided to form the Coronavirus Committee because I couldn't sit in my apartment anymore, looking out my window and not doing anything,” Cait recalls.

Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences Virtual Info Session

We invite you to join us for a Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences virtual information session. During the event, we discuss the full Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences experience, including our applied, interdisciplinary curriculum and expert faculty. You also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the application and admissions process.

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