Psychology BA

Put your brain to work on the science of the mind.

The study of human behavior is a pathway to success in many fields.

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Psychology majors become adept at research methods, data analysis and problem solving; they learn how to think critically and communicate effectively; they learn how to apply social psychology concepts to everyday life and understand the complexities of human behavior. These skills can be applied to many occupations and disciplines.

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In-Demand Careers

• Clinical psychologist
• Social services case manager
• Forensic psychologist
• Career advisor/guidance counselor
• Marketing strategist
• Personnel recruiter

Why Psychology? | Why Our Program?

• Program opens doors to careers in career counseling, case management, child care, market research, probation and parole, rehabilitation, sales and advertising, and social services, as well as advanced studies in law and business.
• Psychology incorporates the scientific method, brain and cognitive sciences, human development, social/personality, and health/well-being.
• Minors in psychology and behavioral neuroscience enable students from other disciplines to complement their studies with a background in the science of human behavior.
• Topics covered in the Psychology Bachelor of Arts curriculum include: Research methods; statistics; personality; social psychology; developmental psychology; experimental psychology.