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Psychology
Explore what makes people think, feel, and act the way they do. As a psychology major, you’ll dive into the science of human behavior while gaining real-world experience through research and internships. Small class sizes mean you’ll work closely with professors who are experts in the field, studying topics like social interactions, brain function, and mental health.
Whether you’re interested in helping people, understanding the mind, or applying psychology in business or tech, this program gives you the tools to make an impact—both in college and beyond.
Experiential Learning
A psychology degree prepares you for a wide range of careers by combining classroom learning with hands-on experience. You’ll have opportunities to:
- Conduct faculty-mentored research in areas like neuroscience, cognition, development, and social psychology.
- Present research at conferences with the support of department endowments and awards.
- Gain real-world experience through internships in schools, hospitals, treatment centers, businesses, and social service agencies.
Program Details
Career Opportunities
A psychology degree opens doors to diverse career paths and advanced studies. Whether you want to make an impact in mental health, business, education, or research, you’ll gain the skills needed to succeed.
- Employment Paths – Recent graduates work in behavioral health centers, businesses, schools, and nonprofits.
- Graduate School – Alumni have been accepted into top programs in clinical psychology, social work, human resources, school psychology, and medical schools.
- Double Major Options – Psychology pairs well with almost every other professional field because it is the fundamental study of human behavior.
Minor
Learn to see behavior through the lenses of biology and psychology. You can explore topics such as addiction, genetics, learning and perception processes in courses.
The minor is beneficial if you’re considering a medical, research, marketing or pharmaceutical career.