The BS in psychology with a concentration in psychological science emphasizes critical thinking and analytic and quantitative skills involved in psychological research to prepare students for graduate study. Students take advanced course work in statistics and receive hands-on research experience by working with faculty members in the laboratory. Students are exposed to theories and research addressing such topics as: How can people use social influence to increase compliance? How do children develop? How do people remember information over long periods of time? How do the mind and body react to stress? Which types of treatments are most effective for individuals who are depressed? Additional Program Fee: Yes Second Language Requirement: No First Required Math Course: MAT 251 - Calculus for Life Sciences. Or MAT 270 Calculus with Analytical Geometry Program Math Intensity:program math intensity substantial Substantial

The bachelor's in psychology with a concentration in psychological science emphasizes critical thinking and analytic and quantitative skills involved in psychological research to prepare students for graduate study in psychology to be researchers, teachers or clinicians. The bachelor's in psychology with a concentration in psychological science also leads to professional postgraduate programs in the fields of law and medicine. Example Careers: Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to the following: *growth *median salary Clinical Psychologists 11.07% $67,880 Compliance Managers Green OccupationGreen Bright OutlookBright Outlook 7.32% $99,540 Counseling Psychologists 11.07% $67,880 Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Bright Outlook 26.26% $94,720 Investment Fund Managers Bright Outlook 7.32% $99,540 Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists Bright Outlook 14.44% $90,010 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $68,150 Regulatory Affairs Managers Green Occupation Bright Outlook 7.32% $99,540 School Psychologists 11.07% $67,880 Security Managers Bright Outlook 7.32% $99,540