Bachelor's in Psychology, BA

Prepare for a Rewarding Career with a Major in Psychology

If you ask questions like “Why do people behave the way they do?” and want to help people with psychological disorders, consider a bachelor’s in psychology.

Study how the brain influences our behavior, how our senses and minds perceive the world, and how we learn and remember.

WHY ROOSEVELT FOR YOUR BACHELOR’S

Choose From Four Concentrations

Choose a concentration designed for your career goals.

Mental health
Neuroscience
Child and family studies
Forensic psychology

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Learn Alongside Dedicated Faculty

Build relationships with classmates and professors. You’ll find a warm, collaborative community that supports your success instead of competing for opportunities.

At ��Ͽ��, you can also participate in faculty members’ research teams. You’ll address the experimental foundations of psychology.

Serve the Community

Apply your knowledge to help others in the community. You’ll volunteer as part of service-learning classes, and you can explore more extensive field placements and internships.

At ��Ͽ��, you’ll become more aware of social inequalities, discover why you should care, and develop compassion and empathy.

Explore Advanced Tracks

Motivated students can apply to the and dive deeper into psychology.

Through the accelerated track, you can get a head start on the . You can graduate with both degrees at less cost than in traditional tracks.

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Study Abroad

Study psychology abroad at the University of Sussex and the Danish Institute for Study. ��Ͽ�� will help you transfer your course work so it counts toward your degree.

Get Involved

Join active chapters of the Psi Chi Honor Society on both campuses.

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Mikaylah Anderson, BA ’22

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