Psychology, BS

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is designed to prepare students to secure employment in the 21st-century workforce in the fields of health, social services, education, business, or science. Job areas include employee relations, marketing, counseling, social services, banking, and public relations. Students interested in peopleoriented fields such as social services, business, and education will be well-served. The degree also provides a solid foundation for students interested in graduate study in psychology or a closely-related field (e.g., counseling, social work).

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Graduates will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and historical trends in psychology.

2. Graduates will demonstrate familiarity with the basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation of results.

3. Graduates will demonstrate familiarity with the basic ethical and professional knowledge in psychology.

Admission Requirements

Students must meet all requirements for admission to the university. The Bachelor of Science in Psychology has no separate or special admission requirements.

Degree Requirements

1. Students must complete all of the requirements pertaining to baccalaureate degrees as specified in Degree Requirements .

2. Students must complete at least 45 semester hours at the 3000-level or above and at least 15 semester hours at the 4000-level.

3. Students are required to make a grade of “C” or higher in all major requirements (specified PSYC courses and PSYC electives) applied toward the degree.

4. No more than 60 hours of psychology courses can be applied toward the degree.