Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Are you fascinated by the human mind and human behavior? In the Psychology program at SRU, you'll study the mind and learn valuable skills-like how to understand and predict behaviors of individuals and groups, and how to use and interpret data. You'll receive personal attention and gain insightful knowledge through activities both in and outside of the classroom. Our goal is not only not prepare you for a future career, but to enhance your personal, academic, and professional growth so you can go on to promote the well-being of others.

WHY CHOOSE PSYCHOLOGY?

If you want to be a psychiatrist or psychologist, or if you're interested in learning more about yourself and others, SRU's Psychology program is for you. Our expert faculty provides a hands-on, personalized, and inclusive education tailored to your goals and interests. In addition to what you'll learn in the classroom, lab, and field, you'll have abundant opportunities for:

Leadership (Psi Chi, Psychology Club, Reflections)

Scholarship (Student research and conference presentations, internships, honors and awards)

Community (Brain Awareness Week, Relay for Life, community education and outreach)

Building connections (networking, tutoring, Facebook, mental health advocacy)

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

In the Psychology program at SRU, you'll study the major aspects of human behavior and gain insight into how individuals function in their daily lives. You'll learn about core principles such as:

History of psychology

Psychological testing

Learning

Behavioral neuroscience

Development

Social psychology

Cognitive psychology

Abnormal psychology

You can also personalize your education through specialized coursework in Developmental Psychology and electives in Neuroscience, Clinical and Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology, and Gender and Multicultural Studies.

CAREERS IN PSYCHOLOGY

As a Psychology graduate, you'll be able to put your skills to work in a variety of settings, including:

Human services

Counseling

Education

Management

Social work

Labor relations

Early childhood intervention

Criminal justice

You also may choose to continue your education at the graduate level. SRU Psychology students go on to graduate programs such as:

Clinical and Counseling Psychology

Medicine

School Psychology and Guidance Counseling

Social Work

Occupational Therapy