Psychology (BA/BS)
Unlock the secrets of the human mind
When you choose to major or minor in psychology at Mary Baldwin, you’ll embark on a captivating adventure that will deepen your understanding of the complexities of the human psyche. From unraveling the mysteries of behavior to exploring the inner workings of the mind, our comprehensive curriculum will empower you with knowledge and skills that are applicable in a wide range of fields.
- Time to Completion
- 4 years
- Format
- Online, On Campus
- Degree(s)
- Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science - Minor
- Psychology
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Why Study Psychology at Mary Baldwin?
香蜜影视’s psychology degree program is designed to help you develop and apply a scientific understanding of mind and behavior. Through hands-on research and opportunities, you鈥檒l develop critical thinking, analyzing, and oral communication skills 鈥 skills highly sought after by employers.
You can choose from in-demand areas of emphasis, including:
- Child psychology
- Elder care
- Forensic psychology
- Mental health
- Occupational and physical therapy
Our program teaches you to collect, analyze, and interpret your own data 鈥 lab work almost unheard of for most undergraduates. You鈥檒l leave having conducted your own research project and prepared a manuscript of your findings. You may even present it publicly. This level of practice leaves you prepared and confident for when you enter the workforce. The skills honed in the discipline of psychology are useful in all aspects of work and life.
Flexible Degree Options
Tailor your educational journey by pursuing a bachelor of arts (BA) or a bachelor of science (BS) in psychology. Additionally, we offer psychology as a minor or post-baccalaureate certificate program, providing options for students with diverse academic interests. The psychology program is available in-person at our Staunton campus, or online.
A bachelor’s degree requires 120 credit hours of study.聽聽
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鈥淭he relationships I was able to build with instructors created such an amazing learning experience. And I can鈥檛 just single out one or two 鈥 so many of them went out of their way to help me discover my passion and figure out what I want to do for the future.鈥
Cauy Duboise ’22psychology major
Students love our courses
Here is just a sample of the types of courses you鈥檒l take as a psychology major:
Gain an understanding of the knowledge and professional skills you need to succeed in the field. Topics include vocational assessments, tools for academic success, occupational choices, writing empirical papers, and prepping for grad school.
Examine cognitive, socio-emotional, language, and gender development from infancy through late childhood from different theoretical perspectives, with an emphasis on methodology. Environmental and biological influences on children’s behavior are also considered. Implications for parents, teachers, and others who work with children are discussed.
Explore issues of social justice through the lens of social psychology, with a strong emphasis on international perspectives, organizations and policies. Readings include recent empirical social-psychological literature on the major themes of this course, like: Human rights, human trafficking and prostitution, refugee experiences and issues, labor laws and rights, origins and responses to mass violence, peace and conflict resolution.
Careers that count
According to the, a bachelor鈥檚 degree in psychology is versatile for future careers. Possible careers with a background in psychology include:
- Career Information Specialist
- Career/Employment Counselor
- Child Development Specialist
- Child Welfare/Placement Caseworker
- Disability Case Manager
- Employment Counselor
- Health Care Facility Administrator
- Human Resource Advisor
- Labor Relations Manager
- Market Research Analyst
- Occupational Analyst
- Preschool Teacher
- Project Evaluator
- Psychological Stress Evaluator
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist (PSR)
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- Veterans Counselor
- Victims鈥 Advocate
You can also go on to graduate degrees in:
- law
- medicine
- business
Specialize in specific areas of practice including:
- the environment
- crime
- animals
- children
- social work
- rehabilitation
- the military
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Cost & Financial Aid
A great education is worth it. Here鈥檚 how Mary Baldwin helps you pay for it: Generous financial aid packages, a broad range of scholarships, transferring maximum credit hours from previous coursework or relevant work and life experiences 鈥 the list goes on. Our mission is to help you level up and bring your aspirations to life.
香蜜影视 helps you fast-track your path to a psychology degree with the opportunity to transfer up to 18 credits (6 courses) through direct course equivalents from the Virginia Community Colleges System.