Division of Arts and Sciences
Major field: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology
Bulletin year 2024–26
Major requirements: Thirty-six (36) credit hours in Psychology
Core content
- General Psychology (PSY-P 103, 3 cr.) – prerequisite for all other Psychology courses
- Statistical Techniques (PSY-K 300, 3 cr.) – prerequisite: MATH M100, M117, or higher
- Methods of Experimental Psychology (PSY-P 211, 3 cr.) – carries intensive writing (IW) designation
- Introduction to Reading and Writing in Psychology (PSY-P 222, 3 cr.) – carries intensive writing (IW) designation
- 12 credits total; all core courses are prerequisites for capstone courses
Advanced content
- Two courses (6 cr.) in General Experimental Psychology
- Two courses (6 cr.) in Human Processes Psychology
- Three upper-level (300+) electives (9 cr.)
- 21 credits total
Capstone course
- Choose one capstone course (seminar, practicum, or laboratory options)
- All capstone course options carry intensive writing (IW) designation
- 3 credits total
Major requirements
For students admitted to the Psychology program prior to fall 2024, please refer to the Psychology Department page of the appropriate for specific major requirements.
Students are urged to consult with departmental advisors frequently during their undergraduate years to ensure the most effective pathway toward graduation. Ultimately, each student is responsible for meeting the divisional and departmental degree requirements by the time they expect to graduate.
