Psychology: Our two majors prepare you for the future —

Psychology Major:

• Prepares you for entry-level positions in human and social services.
• Prepares you for graduate study in psychology and related fields such as social work, law, and medicine.

Psychology/Education Major:

• Prepares you for a career in early childhood, elementary and secondary education.
• Prepares you for further study in special education, library science, and other specialties.

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• Bachelor of Science Degree Program emphasizes the scientific stufy of human behavior and thought.
• Flexible degree requirements enable you to select electives in psychology and other departments and minors that are relevant to your future career.
• Advanced seminars prepare students for graduate study by focusing on discussion of primary sources, theory, and practical applications.
• Internship requirement ensures students gain practical experience outside the classroom.
• Thesis or critical review paper requirement encourages integration of skills and knowledge obtained throughout the college career.
• Faculty specialized in developmental, clinical, cognitive, biological, experimental, school and educational psychology.
• Career guidance provided throughout the college career through individual faculty advising, guest speakers, and workshops offered through the department and Career Services.
• Addiction Specialist Certificate may be completed contiguously with the major.

• Curriculum designed to meet requirements for teacher certification.
• Coursework promotes application of educational theory to practical actvities.
• Future teachers are prepared to understand and educate exceptional students.
• Multiple field experiences enable students to see how techniques are applied in actual classrooms.

Students pursuing either major may qualify for admittance to Psi Chi, the national honor society for psychology during the spring of their sophomore year.