Why Study Psychology?
The better you understand the human mind and how people think and react in various situations, the more successful you’ll be throughout your life. A psychology degree offers you that and more.
A Flexible Program to Match Your Goals
If you minor or major in psychology at Dominican University, you’ll receive a well-rounded education that prepares you for a wide range of jobs or further study if you choose to pursue an advanced degree. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to customize your program to align with your interests and professional goals.
What Makes Our Psychology Program Stand Out?
There’s a lot to love about our psychology degree. Here are just a few highlights:
- Join an international psychology honor society.
- Gain hands-on experience through practicum opportunities.
- Participate in a psychology internship to build valuable real-world skills.
- Conduct a research project and contribute to the body of scientific knowledge.
- Present your original research at the Hudson Valley Undergraduate Psychology Conference, one of the few conferences that offers speaking opportunities to undergraduate students.
- Advance your research skills: If you complete your senior seminar early, you may have the chance to present your research at the annual meeting of the Eastern Psychological Association, our regional psychology conference.
A Psychology Degree with Strong Career Prospects
If you’re looking for excellent career opportunities in mental health and wellbeing, the Dominican University psychology program is the perfect choice. With a blend of theoretical knowledge, hands-on experiences, and research opportunities, you’ll be well-prepared for a fulfilling career or further studies.
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Potential earnings*
Up to $81,400 (a graduate degree increases your potential salary)
Career prospects*
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, many key psychology fields are likely to experience strong growth over the next decade.
Program length
4 years
Outcome
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
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Job Opportunities
Many who minor or major in psychology choose to work in the mental health field, but psychologists also work in research programs, schools, with sports teams, in business, and even marketing and advertising. With a bachelor and/or graduate degree in psychology, you could pursue the following careers:
With a bachelor and/or graduate degree in psychology, you could pursue the following careers:
- Management Occupations
- Community and Social Service Occupations
- Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
- Healthcare and Technical Occupations
- Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Examples of specific jobs include:
- Behavioral health technician
- Caregiver
- Case manager
- Rehabilitation specialist
- Career counselor
- Psychiatric technician
- Clinical psychologist
- School psychologist
- Experimental psychologist
- Forensic psychologist
- Industrial/organizational psychologist
A good understanding of human psychology can benefit you no matter the field you enter or the kind of career you pursue.
What You’ll Learn
By completing a psychology degree, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the mind and human behavior including how people develop, think, feel, and act. The Dominican University psychology program follows the American Psychological Association’s guidelines for undergraduate psychology education, which means by graduation, you’ll be prepared to enter the workforce or pursue an advanced degree.
Degree Details
The cost of attendance is an estimate of what it will cost to attend Dominican University for an academic year.
Course structure
Whether you major or minor in psychology, you’ll complete 7 core courses, for 21 credits:
- PS 101S General Psychology I
- PS 102S General Psychology II
- PS 331 Psychological Statistics 1
- PS 343 History and Systems of Psychology
- PS 441 Experimental Psychology
- PS 472 Senior Seminar and Research
- PS 480 Advanced Topics in Psychology
You’ll also choose an additional 24 credits worth of courses from such areas as developmental psychology, social psychology, cultural psychology, and applied psychology.
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