Majors & Minors

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Psychology requires students to gain a strong foundation in applied math and the scientific method. Our faculty rely heavily on observable evidence to construct knowledge and are driven by investigative questioning.

Major Program Options

Within our program, you have the option of choosing a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree or a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.

Bachelor of Arts

A BA in Psychology is a flexible major option, which delivers a strong general background in psychology and an ability to think clearly and critically in different settings. A BA in psychology prepares you for a wide variety of careers and graduate studies, including work in psychology, law, management, human resources, and education. Note: Any College of Liberal Arts BA degree requires students to complete up through the fourth semester of a second language.

Bachelor of Science

A BS in Psychology is a structured program to develop skills in biological and quantitative psychology, complemented by a broad education in related fields such as neuroscience, cognitive science, computer science, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. This degree is intended to prepare students for a range of careers and graduate studies in and related to psychology, medicine, neuroscience, and computer science. Students must have a strong interest in working in research labs, as this major requires research lab experience.

Minor Program Options

Adding a psychology minor to your program is an excellent way to round out your undergraduate education and give you a complementary skill set. There are two options for an undergraduate minor in psychology: the Psychology minor and the Health Psychology minor. Note that psychology majors are NOT allowed to declare a minor in psychology (general or health).