Undergraduate Programs
Admission to
Department of Psychology Programs
Students wishing to major in psychology must
present SAT/ACT scores of 900/19. Students changing their major
to psychology must have SAT/ACT scores and be in good standing in
the University. View
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Bachelor of Arts
Designed for students seeking a
general understanding of the science of human behavior. Students
learn to utilize the tools and techniques of psychologists. This
degree plan requires foreign language credits.
Employment opportunities for graduates include positions in
various social and mental health agencies under the supervision of
licensed or certified personnel.
Additionally, graduates are prepared for advanced study or
careers in industry or business.
View
Undergraduate degree plan for
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Bachelor of
Science
This is primarily structured for
students planning to pursue graduate study. Physical science and
computer science coursework substitute for the foreign language
requirement.
Career opportunities are available in the social and mental
health area and the industrial/corporate arena.
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Undergraduate degree plan for
Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Dual Degree
The
psychology department offers a variety of joint study programs in
cooperation with other university departments. For example,
students may pursue a dual program of study leading to a Bachelor
of Science in both psychology and biology. Students may also
enroll in pre-med while pursuing a major in psychology.
View
Undergraduate degree plan for Dual
degree.
