
Psychology Department
Embracing all aspects of the human experienceAbout the Department

The Psychology Department is committed to excellence in teaching and research. Psychology is a science that studies behavior from psychological, biological, and social perspectives. Our discipline embraces all aspects of the human experience - from the functions of the brain to the actions of nations, from child development to care for the aged. In every conceivable setting from scientific research centers to mental healthcare services, "the understanding of behavior" is the enterprise of psychologists.
Explore Our Academic Programs
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

Our undergraduate program offers bachelor, minor, dual major and dual degrees.
Master of Arts, Psychology

Our Master of Arts program offers two tracks:
M.A. students also have the option to gain experience with a sub-plan.
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology

The Psychology Department's American Psychological Association accredited doctoral program offers two major areas of study: Geropsychology & Trauma Psychology.
Featured Program

Clinical Psychology PhD with Major Area of Study in Trauma
This APA-accredited program trains students according to the scientist-practitioner model in mental health diagnosis, assessment, and intervention for adults who have experienced traumas, and in basic and applied research on the psychological functioning of adults with a trauma history. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to work in a range of settings, including mental health clinics and clinical practices, hospitals, VAs, colleges and universities, state offices, research institutes, and as consultants to a wide variety of other professional and community providers of services to adults who are trauma survivors.
Application Deadline: November 15