PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor of Arts
Psychology covers a broad spectrum of topics that have real-world applications.
Combine your unique talent and passion with real-world career skills.
You may enjoy this major if you:
▶ Are fascinated by how people think and behave
▶ Want to make a positive impact on people’s lives, either by working with them one-on-one or by creating environments in which groups of people can thrive
▶ Enjoy designing research and analyzing results to produce new discoveries
▶ Are looking for a versatile degree that covers a wide range of topics and related to a broad array of potential career opportunities
program highlights
We strive to make our degree programs both meaningful and accessible.
▶ CSU faculty includes many outstanding scholars, some who are nationally and internationally recognized
▶ An Honors program is available to students enrolled in the bachelor’s degree program
▶ You can complete an undergraduate major on a schedule that works for you by taking online courses or by taking advantage of our partnerships with Lorain County Community College and Lakeland Community College
▶ A 4+1 program provides an efficient path for highly qualified undergraduate students to complete both a B.A. and an M.A. degree in five academic years instead of six
professional outcomes
A degree in pyschology prepares you for a broad array of potential careers.
Your career might be classified clearly as psychology, but your knowledge of psychology and skill in creating and understanding psychological research can also prepare you for careers in areas such as human resources, marketing or others.
Depending on your focus and whether you choose to pursue graduate study, you may work in private practice, schools, hospitals, corporations or other venues.
The Department of Psychology offers many opportunities to go beyond the classroom.
For instance, our faculty research a vast array of topics, including those related to aging, abnormal thinking and behvaior, lanaguage, child and adolescent functioning, and the workplace, and many students collaborate with them to produce new knowledge.
Additionally, you can get involved in four active student organizations, learning from engaging speakers and participating in club activities.
The Department is growing in internship opportunities, including a regular partnership with a local hospital system.
Learn more about Psychology at CSU.
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