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Psychology, B.A.

Explore Psychology at Immaculata University

Why is psychology one of the most popular college majors? Simple: studying the human mind and how it works is fascinating.

As a psychology major at Immaculata, you will gain an understanding of the major areas of psychology, psychological research methods, and how this knowledge translates into real-world clinical and research settings. Immaculata’s program will help you investigate human behavior, explore the relationship between the mind and the body, and understand counseling theories.

At A Glance

Program: Bachelor of Arts
Audience: Undergraduate students
Format: Face-to-face classes
Next Start Date: August 25, 2025

"The professors and curriculum challenged me and pushed me to be the best version of myself. The lessons in the classes have helped me transition effortlessly into the workforce by giving me the tools to be a leader, communicator and agent of change at any firm. It is because of the Psychology program that I have the experience and confidence to pursue any career."

Vivian McAllister
Program Manager at Disability Specialists

Join the Psychology Club to garner real-life experience in psychology through community outreach, scientific research, and program leadership. You can also become a member of the Psi Chi Honor Society, which seeks to encourage scholarship and advance the science of psychology.

An important aspect of your development in the field is provided through internships in a variety of contexts. You can also participate in research projects with psychology faculty, exploring topics such as interpersonal relations, family dynamics, and academic achievement among low-income children. You can work with a faculty mentor to gather and analyze data from real-life situations, which will provide valuable experience, especially if you want to attend graduate school.

Continue your studies at the graduate level with Immaculata’s Master of Science in Strategic LeadershipM.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Doctor of Clinical Psychology.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will:

  • Identify and utilize aspects of psychological theory to explain human behavior scientifically and objectively
  • Identify theory and research central to the major domains of the field
  • Exhibit appreciation for psychological dimensions of human diversity
  • Employ ethical knowledge and skills appropriate to level of experience and education
  • Exhibit quantitative literacy and understand the role of statistics in psychological research
  • Design and conduct a basic study to address a psychological question using appropriate research methods

 

You can choose from a wide array of courses, including Brain and Behavior, Child Development, Sport Psychology and Health Psychology. Through courses like these, you’ll learn how to apply psychological concepts to the understanding of human behavior, athletic performance and health. You will receive personalized advice and support from faculty to help you develop a course of study that best suits your career needs.

After earning your undergraduate degree, you can seek employment in social or human services (case worker, child protection worker, mental health counselor, life skills counselor); business (arbitrator, employee relations assistant, human resources recruiter, community relations officer); research (behavior analyst, statistical assistant, social policy researcher, grant/report writer); education (academic advisor, camp staff director, career counselor, early education specialist, guidance counselor, or youth director).

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