B.A. in Psychology

The psychology curriculum emphasizes the scientific knowledge that psychologists have acquired and places this knowledge in the context of a liberal arts orientation. In addition to learning the subject matter of psychology, students also develop analytical and communication skills. While there are no specializations within psychology at the undergraduate level, students do have the option to pursue specific areas of interest through elective courses, independent studies, and internships. At the core of the curriculum is a set of carefully selected required courses that enable students to master basic psychological principles, theories, and methods. Graduates of the program pursue careers in such areas as health services, community mental health, business, law, and human resources. Because professional psychology typically requires advanced degrees, many students go on to graduate programs in school psychology, counseling, clinical psychology, social work and industrial/organizational psychology.