Welcome
The psychology department at Immaculata University is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, education, social service agencies or for graduate studies. As a psychology major, you will gain an understanding of the major areas of psychology and psychological research methods and how this knowledge translates into real world setting.
At Immaculata, you have every opportunity to develop a course of study that can best suit your career needs. If you desire to major in "straight" psychology, you can choose to complement this knowledge with any one of a variety of minors - some of the most popular being social work, sociology, and business. Internships are strongly recommended because graduate schools and employers show the most interest in graduates with practical experience. The psychology department has selected a variety of sites for students to choose from, including hospitals, residential treatment facilities, and schools serving students with developmental delays. If graduate study is your intention, you could choose to apply to Immaculata's master's or doctoral degrees in psychology. If immediate employment is your goal, you may seek employment in social service agencies or with Employee Assistance Programs. Regardless of your choice, a degree from Immaculata University will give you the advantages to succeed.
Other research opportunities include work with faculty on topics such as:
- Integration of Psychology and Spirituality
- Test Anxiety Based on Faculty Perceptions or Self-defeating Cognitions
- Overrepresentation of Adoptive Children in Psychiatric and Special Education Populations
Follow this link to download the Immaculata Psychology Alumni Survey