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Program Description
The Psychology major will combine the knowledge, skills, and values of psychology with a liberal arts foundation. Students should:
- develop a knowledge base consisting of concepts, theory, empirical findings, and trends within psychology;
- understand and apply basic research methods in psychology;
- use critical thinking and the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes;
- apply psychological principles to personal and social issues;
- and be able to understand the gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, culture, and class issues in psychological theory, research, and practice.
Students should also develop information and computer competence, communication skills, and develop realistic ideas about how to implement their psychology education in occupational pursuits in a variety of settings. The major may lead to either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree. The B.A. degree incorporates a broad exposure to the many facets of the field of psychology, in addition to the B.A. requirements. The B.S. degree provides the same exposure to the field of psychology and adds options in Science and Business to prepare students for more specific career directions. Students in both degree programs may also prepare for graduate school; research experience with faculty members is encouraged for such students.
What is Psychology?
Psychology is the scientific study of thought, behavior, and experience. Many people associate psychology with psychological therapy and the practice of clinical psychology. There are also many other important areas of scientific psychology, such as cognitive, developmental, industrial/organizational, and social psychology. What these subfields of psychology have in common is the use of the scientific method to understand human behavior and apply that understanding to the development of theory and practice. Psychologists are increasingly making use of neuroscience methods and theories to understand psychological phenomena. As a profession, psychology is related to fields such as health, education, marketing, human resources, social work, and more. The principles of psychology are relevant to almost all areas of human endeavor, and the career paths of psychology students reflect this wealth of possibilities.
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You are interested in people and in learning to use science to better understand them. As a major, you'll have opportunities to do research with faculty and to work in career-relevant settings.
Entrance to Major
In order to be eligible for entrance to this major, a student must:
- attain at least a C (2.00) cumulative grade-point average for all courses taken at the University; and
- have at least third-semester classification.
READ SENATE POLICY 37-30: ENTRANCE TO AND CHANGES IN MAJOR PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Degree Requirements
For the Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, a minimum of 124 credits is required:
| Requirement | Credits |
|---|---|
| General Education | 45 |
| Electives | 14-18 |
| Requirements for the Major | 65 |
0-4 of the 45 credits for General Education are included in the Requirements for the Major. This includes 0-4 credits of General Education GQ courses.
Requirements for the Major
A grade of C or better is required for all courses in the major. To graduate, a student enrolled in the major must earn at least a C grade in each course designated by the major as a C-required course, as specified by Senate Policy 82-44.
Common Requirements for the Major (All Options)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Prescribed Courses | ||
| Prescribed Courses: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| PSYCH 100 | Introductory Psychology  | 3 |
| PSYCH 301W | Basic Research Methods in Psychology | 4 |
| Additional Courses 1 | ||
| Additional Courses: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| PSYCH 200 | Elementary Statistics in Psychology | 4 |
| or STAT 200 | Elementary Statistics | |
| Select 18 credits of the following, with a minimum of 3 credits from each of the following six categories: | 18 | |
Learning and Cognition | ||
| Introduction to Cognitive Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Psychology of Learning | ||
| Animal Minds | ||
| Language and Thought | ||
| Language Acquisition | ||
| Learning and Memory | ||
| Advanced Cognitive Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Language | ||
| Visual Cognition | ||
PSYCH 459 | ||
| Advanced Conditioning and Learning | ||
Social and Personality Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Social Psychology | ||
| Introduction to the Psychology of Gender | ||
| Cross-Cultural Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Personality Psychology | ||
| Psychology and a Sustainable World | ||
| Advanced Social Psychology | ||
| Self and Social Judgment | ||
| Social Psychology of Interpersonal/Intergroup Relationships | ||
| Applied Social Psychology | ||
| Multicultural Psychology in America | ||
| Personality Theory | ||
| The Psychology of Gender | ||
Biological Bases of Behavior | ||
| Introduction to Psychology of Perception | ||
| Neurological Bases of Human Behavior | ||
| Evolutionary Psychology | ||
| Health Psychology | ||
| Comparative Psychology | ||
| Physiological Psychology | ||
| Behavior Genetics | ||
| Psychology of Fear and Stress | ||
| Clinical Neuropsychology | ||
Developmental Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Developmental Psychology | ||
| Child Development | ||
| Adolescence | ||
| Cognitive Development | ||
| Social and Personality Development | ||
| Topics in Developmental Psychology | ||
| Development Throughout Adulthood | ||
| Psychological Intervention in Childhood | ||
Applied and Clinical Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Well-being and Positive Psychology | ||
| Introduction to the Psychology of Human Factors Engineering | ||
| Introduction to Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Industrial-Organizational Psychology | ||
| Psychology of the Differently-Abled | ||
| Principles of Measurement | ||
| Program Evaluation | ||
| Treatment and Education in Developmental Disabilities | ||
| Engineering Psychology | ||
| Forensic Psychology | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Adjustment and Social Relationships | ||
| Behavior Modification | ||
| Child Psychopathology | ||
| Mental Health Practicum with Children | ||
| Introduction to Clinical Psychology | ||
| Selection and Assessment in Organizations | ||
| Work Attitudes and Motivation | ||
| Leadership in Work Settings | ||
Capstone Experience | ||
| History and Systems of Psychology | ||
| Senior Seminar in Psychology | ||
| Senior Thesis | ||
| Research Projects | ||
| Internship | ||
| Independent Studies | ||
| Select 12 credits of additional Psychology courses from any offered for a total of 30 credits of Psychology courses beyond PSYCH 100 and PSYCH 301W | 12 | |
| Requirements for the Option | ||
| Requirements for the Option: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| Select an option | 24 | |
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Must select at least 15 credits at the 400-level.
Requirements for the Option
Science Option (24 credits)
Available at the following campuses: Altoona, Beaver, Berks, Brandywine, Fayette, Greater Allegheny, Hazleton, Lehigh Valley, Mont Alto, New Kensington, Schuylkill, Scranton, York
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Courses | ||
| Additional Courses: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| Select 15 credits of the following: | 15 | |
| Introductory Biological Anthropology | ||
| Humans as Primates | ||
| Introduction to Biobehavioral Health | ||
Any BIOL course | ||
Any CHEM course | ||
Any MICRB course | ||
Any PHYS course | ||
| Supporting Courses | ||
| Supporting Courses: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| Select 6 credits in natural sciences/quantification from department list | 6 | |
| Select 3 credits in social and behavioral sciences from department list | 3 | |
Business Option (24 credits)
Available at the following campuses: Altoona, Beaver, Berks, Brandywine, Fayette, Greater Allegheny, Hazleton, Lehigh Valley, Mont Alto, New Kensington, Schuylkill, Scranton, York
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Courses | ||
| Additional Courses: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| Select 15 credits of the following: | 15 | |
Any ACCTG course | ||
| Introduction to Business | ||
| Legal Environment of Business and Social and Ethical Environment of Business | ||
or BA 243 | Social, Legal, and Ethical Environment of Business | |
Any ECON course | ||
Any FIN course | ||
Any HPA course | ||
Any IB course | ||
Any MGMT course | ||
Any MKTG course | ||
Any SCM course except SCM 200 | ||
| Supporting Courses | ||
| Supporting Courses: Require a grade of C or better | ||
| Select 6 credits in natural sciences/quantification from department list 1 | 6 | |
| Select 3 credits in social and behavioral sciences from department list | 3 | |
General Education
Connecting career and curiosity, the General Education curriculum provides the opportunity for students to acquire transferable skills necessary to be successful in the future and to thrive while living in interconnected contexts. General Education aids students in developing intellectual curiosity, a strengthened ability to think, and a deeper sense of aesthetic appreciation. These are requirements for all baccalaureate students and are often partially incorporated into the requirements of a program. For additional information, see the General Education Requirements section of the Bulletin and consult your academic adviser.
The keystone symbol appears next to the title of any course that is designated as a General Education course. Program requirements may also satisfy General Education requirements and vary for each program.
Foundations (grade of C or better is required and Inter-Domain courses do not meet this requirement.)
- Quantification (GQ): 6 credits
- Writing and Speaking (GWS): 9 credits
Breadth in the Knowledge Domains (Inter-Domain courses do not meet this requirement.)
- Arts (GA): 3 credits
- Health and Wellness (GHW): 3 credits
- Humanities (GH): 3 credits
- Social and Behavioral Sciences (GS): 3 credits
- Natural Sciences (GN): 3 credits
Integrative Studies
- Inter-Domain Courses (Inter-Domain): 6 credits
Exploration
- GN, may be completed with Inter-Domain courses: 3 credits
- GA, GH, GN, GS, Inter-Domain courses. This may include 3 credits of World Language course work beyond the 12th credit level or the requirements for the student’s degree program, whichever is higher: 6 credits
University Degree Requirements
First Year Engagement
All students enrolled in a college or the Division of Undergraduate Studies at University Park, and the World Campus are required to take 1 to 3 credits of the First-Year Seminar, as specified by their college First-Year Engagement Plan.
Other Penn State colleges and campuses may require the First-Year Seminar; colleges and campuses that do not require a First-Year Seminar provide students with a first-year engagement experience.
First-year baccalaureate students entering Penn State should consult their academic adviser for these requirements.
Cultures Requirement
6 credits are required and may satisfy other requirements
- United States Cultures: 3 credits
- International Cultures: 3 credits
Writing Across the Curriculum
3 credits required from the college of graduation and likely prescribed as part of major requirements.
Total Minimum Credits
A minimum of 120 degree credits must be earned for a baccalaureate degree. The requirements for some programs may exceed 120 credits. Students should consult with their college or department adviser for information on specific credit requirements.
Quality of Work
Candidates must complete the degree requirements for their major and earn at least a 2.00 grade-point average for all courses completed within their degree program.
Limitations on Source and Time for Credit Acquisition
The college dean or campus chancellor and program faculty may require up to 24 credits of course work in the major to be taken at the location or in the college or program where the degree is earned. Credit used toward degree programs may need to be earned from a particular source or within time constraints (see Senate Policy 83-80). For more information, check the Suggested Academic Plan for your intended program.
Program Learning Objectives
- Ethical and Social Responsibility in a Diverse World: The skills in this domain involve the development of ethically and socially responsible behaviors for professional and personal settings in a landscape that involves increasing diversity. Students completing Foundation courses should become familiar with the formal regulations that govern professional ethics in psychology and begin to embrace the values that will contribute to positive outcomes in work settings and in building a society responsive to multicultural and global concerns. Students completing a baccalaureate degree should have more direct opportunities to demonstrate adherence to professional values that will help them optimize their contributions and work effectively, even with those who don't share their heritage and traditions. This domain also promotes the adoption of personal and professional values that can strengthen community relationships and contributions.
- Apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice.
- Build and enhance interpersonal relationships.
- Adopt values that build community at local, national, and global levels.
- Knowledge Base in Psychology: Students should demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings to discuss how psychological principles apply to behavioral problems. Students completing Foundation courses should demonstrate breadth of their knowledge and application of psychological ideas to simple problems; students completing a baccalaureate degree should show depth in their knowledge and application of psychological concepts and frameworks to problems of greater complexity.
- Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology.
- Develop a working knowledge of psychology's content domains.
- Describe applications of psychology.
- Professional Development: The emphasis in this goal is on application of psychology-specific content and skills, effective self-reflection, project-management skills, teamwork skills, and career preparation. Foundation outcomes concentrate on the development of work habits and ethics to succeed in academic settings. The skills in this goal at the Baccalaureate level refer to abilities that sharpen student readiness for post-baccalaureate employment, graduate school, or professional school. These skills can be developed and refined both in traditional academic settings and extracurricular involvement. In addition, career professionals can be enlisted to support occupational planning and pursuit. This emerging emphasis should not be construed as obligating psychology programs to obtain employment for their graduates, but instead encourages programs to optimize the competitiveness of their graduates for securing places in the workforce.
- Apply psychological content and skills to career goals.
- Exhibit self-efficacy and self-regulation.
- Refine project-management skills.
- Enhance teamwork capacity.
- Develop meaningful professional direction for life after graduation.
- Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking: The skills in this domain involve the development of scientific reasoning and problem solving, including effective research methods. Students completing Foundation courses should learn basic skills and concepts in interpreting behavior, studying research, and applying research design principles to drawing conclusions about psychological phenomena; students completing a baccalaureate degree should focus on theory use as well as designing and executing research plans.
- Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena.
- Demonstrate psychology information literacy.
- Engage in innovative and integrative thinking and problem solving.
- Interpret, design, and conduct basic psychological research.
- Incorporate sociocultural factors in scientific inquiry.
Academic Advising
The objectives of the university's academic advising program are to help advisees identify and achieve their academic goals, to promote their intellectual discovery, and to encourage students to take advantage of both in-and out-of class educational opportunities in order that they become self-directed learners and decision makers.
Both advisers and advisees share responsibility for making the advising relationship succeed. By encouraging their advisees to become engaged in their education, to meet their educational goals, and to develop the habit of learning, advisers assume a significant educational role. The advisee's unit of enrollment will provide each advisee with a primary academic adviser, the information needed to plan the chosen program of study, and referrals to other specialized resources.
READ SENATE POLICY 32-00: ADVISING POLICY
Berks
Eric Lindsey, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology, Program Chair of Psychology
Franco Building 116
Reading PA 19610
610-396-6033
ewl10@psu.edu
Altoona
Brad Pinter
Associate Professor of Psychology, Department Chair
Smith Building C128A
3000 Ivyside Park
Altoona, PA 16601
814-949-5507
tbp1@psu.edu
Beaver
Kevin Bennett
Assistant Teaching Professor of Psychology
100 University Drive
Monaca, PA 15061
724-773-3904
klb48@psu.edu
Brandywine
Joshua Marquit
Assistant Teaching Professor Psychology
25 Yearsley Mill Road
Media, PA 19063
610-892-1409
jdm53@psu.edu
Fayette
Elaine Barry
Associate Professor
2201 University Drive
Lemont Furnace, PA 15456
724-430-4284
esb12@psu.edu
Greater Allegheny
Elizabeth Mazur
Professor of Psychology & Psychology Program Coordinator
104 Main Building
4000 University Drive
McKeesport, PA 15132
412-675-9186
exm32@psu.edu
Hazleton
Lisa Goguen
Associate Professor of Psychology
Graham Building, 111
Hazleton, PA 18202
570-450-3023
lms42@psu.edu
Lehigh Valley
Kevin Kelley
Psychology Program Coordinator
2809 Saucon Valley Road
Center Valley, PA 18034
610-285-5062
kjk13@psu.edu
Mont Alto
Robin Yaure
Associate HDFS Professor and Program Coordinator of HDFS & Psychology
112 Weistling Hall
Mont Alto, PA 17237
717-749-6210
r2y@psu.edu
New Kensington
Rick Harnish
Professor, Psychology
Engineering 122 A
3550 Seventh Street Road
New Kensington, PA 15068
724-334-6735
rjh27@psu.edu
Schuylkill
Cory Scherer
Interim Assistant Director of Academic Affairs/Psychology Program Coordinator
A201C 200 University Drive
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
570-385-6066
crs15@psu.edu
Scranton
Renae McNair
Assistant Teaching Professor
Dawson 203
Dunmore, PA 18512
570-963-2715
trw115@psu.edu
York
Mark A. Casteel
Professor of Psychology
210 Grumbacher Building (GISTC)
York, PA 17403
717-771-4028
mac13@psu.edu
Suggested Academic Plan
The suggested academic plan(s) listed on this page are the plan(s) that are in effect during the 2024-25 academic year. To access previous years' suggested academic plans, please visit the archive to view the appropriate Undergraduate Bulletin edition.
Business Option: Psychology, B.S. at Berks Campus
The course series listed below provides only one of the many possible ways to move through this curriculum. The University may make changes in policies, procedures, educational offerings, and requirements at any time. This plan should be used in conjunction with your degree audit (accessible in LionPATH as either an Academic Requirements or What If report). Please consult with a Penn State academic adviser on a regular basis to develop and refine an academic plan that is appropriate for you.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 15 or 30H (GWS)‡ | 3 | CAS 100A or 100B (GWS)‡ | 3 |
| General Education Course (GQ)‡ | 3 | 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| PSYCH 100* | 3 | General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 |
| General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 | General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 |
| General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 | General Education Course (GN) | 3 |
| First-Year Seminar | 1 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | ENGL 202A (GWS)‡2 | 3 |
| Option Requirement - Business Selection*4 | 3 | 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| General Education Course (Integrative Studies) | 3 | 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| General Education Course (Exploration) | 3 | Option Requirement - Business Selection*4 | 3 |
| General Education Course (Exploration) | 3 | General Education Course (Integrative Studies) | 3 |
| General Education Course (GHW) | 1.5 | General Education Course (GHW) | 1.5 |
| 16.5 | 16.5 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| PSYCH 200 or STAT 200 (GQ)‡† | 4 | PSYCH 301W*2 | 4 |
| 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | Option Requirement - Business Selection*4 | 3 |
| Option Requirement - Business Selection*4 | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Option Requirement - Business Selection*4 | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | 400 Level PSYCH Selection (Capstone Experience)*6 | 3 |
| 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | Supporting Course Selection - Natural Sciences or Quantification*5 | 3 |
| Supporting Course Selection - Natural Sciences or Quantification*5 | 3 | Supporting Course Selection - Social & Behavioral Sciences*7 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Credits 126 | |||
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Course requires a grade of C or better for the major
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Course requires a grade of C or better for General Education
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Course is an Entrance to Major requirement
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Course satisfies General Education and degree requirement
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For General Education Course notations, please be sure to include three (3) credits of United States (US) Cultures and three (3) credits of International (IL) Cultures. Consult adviser for details.
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The following courses are offered Spring Semester only: ENGL 202A, PSYCH 301W.
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For 200 Level PSYCH Selection and 400 Level PSYCH Selection, students must take 30 credits in PSYCH. Among these, students must take at least 15 credits at the 400 level and at least 3 credits in each of the following six (6) categories: Applied and Clinical Psychology, Biological Bases of Behavior, Developmental Psychology, Learning and Cognition, Social and Personality Psychology, Capstone Experience. Consult adviser for list.
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For Option Requirement - Business Selection, consult adviser for list.
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For Supporting Course Selection - Natural Sciences or Quantification, consult adviser for list.
- 6
This requirement can be fulfilled by either completing PSYCH 494 during the Fall Semester or PSYCH 495 during the Spring Semester. Consult adviser for details.
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For Supporting Course Selection - Social & Behavioral Sciences, consult adviser for list.
University Requirements and General Education Notes:
US and IL are abbreviations used to designate courses that satisfy Cultural Diversity Requirements (United States and International Cultures).
W, M, X, and Y are the suffixes at the end of a course number used to designate courses that satisfy University Writing Across the Curriculum requirement.
General Education includes Foundations (GWS and GQ), Knowledge Domains (GHW, GN, GA, GH, GS) and Integrative Studies (Inter-domain) requirements. N or Q (Honors) is the suffix at the end of a course number used to help identify an Inter-domain course, but the inter-domain attribute is used to fill audit requirements. Foundations courses (GWS and GQ) require a grade of 'C' or better.
Science Option: Psychology, B.S. at Berks Campus
The course series listed below provides only one of the many possible ways to move through this curriculum. The University may make changes in policies, procedures, educational offerings, and requirements at any time. This plan should be used in conjunction with your degree audit (accessible in LionPATH as either an Academic Requirements or What If report). Please consult with a Penn State academic adviser on a regular basis to develop and refine an academic plan that is appropriate for you.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| ENGL 15 or 30H (GWS)‡ | 3 | CAS 100A or 100B (GWS)‡ | 3 |
| General Education Course (GQ)‡ | 3 | 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| PSYCH 100* | 3 | General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 |
| General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 | General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 |
| General Education Course (GN or GA or GH or GS) | 3 | General Education Course (GN) | 3 |
| First-Year Seminar | 1 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | ENGL 202A (GWS)‡2 | 3 |
| Option Requirement - Science Selection*4 | 3 | 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| General Education Course (Integrative Studies) | 3 | 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| General Education Course (Exploration) | 3 | Option Requirement - Science Selection*4 | 3 |
| General Education Course (Exploration) | 3 | General Education Course (Integrative Studies) | 3 |
| General Education Course (GHW) | 1.5 | General Education Course (GHW) | 1.5 |
| 16.5 | 16.5 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| PSYCH 200 or STAT 200 (GQ)‡† | 4 | PSYCH 301W*2 | 4 |
| 200 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 |
| 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | Option Requirement - Science Selection*4 | 3 |
| Option Requirement - Science Selection*4 | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Option Requirement - Science Selection*4 | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | 400 Level PSYCH Selection (Capstone Experience)*6 | 3 |
| 400 Level PSYCH Selection*3 | 3 | Supporting Course Selection - Natural Sciences or Quantification*5 | 3 |
| Supporting Course Selection - Natural Sciences or Quantification*5 | 3 | Supporting Course Selection - Social & Behavioral Sciences*7 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Credits 126 | |||
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Course requires a grade of C or better for the major
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Course requires a grade of C or better for General Education
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Course is an Entrance to Major requirement
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Course satisfies General Education and degree requirement
- 1
For General Education Course notations, please be sure to include three (3) credits of United States (US) Cultures and three (3) credits of International (IL) Cultures. Consult adviser for details.
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The following courses are offered Spring Semester only: ENGL 202A, PSYCH 301W.
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For 200 Level PSYCH Selection and 400 Level PSYCH Selection, students must take 30 credits in PSYCH. Among these, students must take at least 15 credits at the 400 level and at least 3 credits in each of the following six (6) categories: Applied and Clinical Psychology, Biological Bases of Behavior, Developmental Psychology, Learning and Cognition, Social and Personality Psychology, Capstone Experience. Consult adviser for list.
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For Option Requirement - Science Selection, consult adviser for list.
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For Supporting Course Selection - Natural Sciences or Quantification, consult adviser for list.
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This requirement can be fulfilled by either completing PSYCH 494 during the Fall Semester or PSYCH 495 during the Spring Semester. Consult adviser for details.
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For Supporting Course Selection - Social & Behavioral Sciences, consult adviser for list.
University Requirements and General Education Notes:
US and IL are abbreviations used to designate courses that satisfy Cultural Diversity Requirements (United States and International Cultures).
W, M, X, and Y are the suffixes at the end of a course number used to designate courses that satisfy University Writing Across the Curriculum requirement.
General Education includes Foundations (GWS and GQ), Knowledge Domains (GHW, GN, GA, GH, GS) and Integrative Studies (Inter-domain) requirements. N or Q (Honors) is the suffix at the end of a course number used to help identify an Inter-domain course, but the inter-domain attribute is used to fill audit requirements. Foundations courses (GWS and GQ) require a grade of 'C' or better.
Career Paths
Graduates of our program enter the workforce or pursue additional education in a variety of programs, including both Master’s and PhD programs in experimental, counseling, school, and clinical psychology.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT POTENTIAL CAREER OPTIONS FOR GRADUATES OF THE PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATE STUDIES
Professional Resources
Contact
Berks
DIVISION OF HUMANITIES, ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Franco Building 116
Reading PA 19610
610-396-6033
ewl10@psu.edu
https://berks.psu.edu/academics/baccalaureate-degrees/babs-psychology
Altoona
DIVISION OF EDUCATION, HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Elm Building 103
3000 Ivyside Park
Altoona, PA 16601
818-949-5756
alg177@psu.edu
https://altoona.psu.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/psychology
Beaver
100 University Drive
Monaca, PA 15061
724-773-3904
klb48@psu.edu
https://beaver.psu.edu/academics/majors/psychology
Brandywine
25 Yearsley Mill Road
Media, PA 19063
610-892-1409
jdm53@psu.edu
https://www.brandywine.psu.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/psychology
Fayette
2201 University Drive
Lemont Furnace, PA 15456
724-430-4284
esb12@psu.edu
https://fayette.psu.edu/academics/baccalaureate/psychology
Greater Allegheny
104 Main Building
4000 University Drive
McKeesport, PA 15132
412-675-9186
exm32@psu.edu
https://greaterallegheny.psu.edu/academics/psychology
Hazleton
Graham Building, 111
Hazleton, PA 18202
570-450-3023
lms42@psu.edu
https://hazleton.psu.edu/psychology-degrees
Lehigh Valley
2809 Saucon Valley Road
Center Valley, PA 18034
610-285-5062
kjk13@psu.edu
https://lehighvalley.psu.edu/academics/degrees/psychology
Mont Alto
112 Wiestling Hall
Mont Alto, PA 17237
717-749-6210
r2y@psu.edu
https://montalto.psu.edu/academics/bachelors/psychology-degree
New Kensington
3550 Seventh Street Rd.
New Kensington, PA 15068
724-334-6735
rjh27@psu.edu
https://newkensington.psu.edu/academics/4-year-psychology/4-year-psychologygree-information
Schuylkill
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
A201C 200 University Drive
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
570-385-6066
crs15@psu.edu
https://schuylkill.psu.edu/academics/bacc-degrees/psychology
Scranton
113 Dawson Building
Dunmore, PA 18512
570-963-2715
trw115@psu.edu
https://scranton.psu.edu/academics/degrees/bachelors/psychology-degree
York
210 Grumbacher Building (GISTC)
York, PA 17403
717-771-4028
mac13@psu.edu