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Bachelor of Science in Psychology - General/Theoretical (BS)
Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology (General/Theoretical) is accredited by the Counsel for Accrediting Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Discover a Versatile Future with a Psychology Degree
A psychology degree is a good choice for students who want to work with people and are interested in understanding human behavior and mental processes. Psychology is one of the most versatile undergraduate degrees. Not only will psychology majors learn more about themselves and others, they will gain a myriad of valuable life skills that are flexible and fundamental to achieving success in many careers. Helpful skills for psychology majors include open-mindedness and empathy, critical thinking, problem solving, and effective communication abilities.
A BS in Psychology from Marywood will serve you well in almost any area of endeavor, because our outstanding, highly credentialed faculty provide you with an in-depth understanding of human behavior and are committed to a broad interdisciplinary study of humanity. You'll be trained in scientific and critical thinking and in research methods and statistical analysis; you'll learn to see psychology as an approach to solving problems and discovering new ideas.
Knowledge gained at Marywood can serve as a basis for the graduate work needed for careers in such areas as clinical, industrial/organizational, health, social, experimental psychology, and more. Or, you can use your studies as a springboard for a variety of careers from criminology or counseling to personnel management or market research. Whatever you choose to do, you'll find the study of psychology will provide you with the opportunity to make significant contributions to society. You'll be well on your way to the goal of every Marywood student's education: learning to live responsibly in an interdependent world.
Why You Should Major in Psychology:
- General and clinical tracks
- Thorough preparation for graduate study
- Versatile psychology degree for a variety of career choices
- Internship opportunities for psychology majors
I chose Marywood because of the welcoming atmosphere, and the relative small class sizes. I have many things I love about Marywood, but my ultimate favorite would have to be how inclusive of a campus it is despite its Catholic identity.
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Outcomes & Opportunities
Top Employers
- Hospitals
- Mental Health Office
- Clinical/ Doctor's Office
- Correctional Facilities
Top Career Paths
- Psychiatrist
- Clinical Psychologist
- Speech Pathologist
- Behavioral Therapist
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Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
- Completed application
- Official transcripts
- Letter of recommendation
- Official SAT and/or ACT test scores (Marywood is test optional)
- Essay (optional)
The Psychology Department is located in the McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies.
Psychological Services Center
Map & Directions
The Psychological Services Center (PSC), located in Room 1009 in the McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, is a clinic and training facility. It serves the community as an outpatient mental health clinic that provides services to individuals across the life spectrum from young children to older adults. The entry of the PSC is privately located on the north side of the McGowan Center on Marywood's campus. The PSC is composed of several individual, couple, family, and group therapy rooms, as well as a reception area and waiting room.
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Scholarships
National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarship Program
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) offers competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds that are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. The program offers scholarship support, paid research training during the summer, and paid employment and training at NIH after graduation.
Tuition
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- Assistant Professor of Practice
- mjschaffer@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2241
- Department Chair
- Associate Professor of Practice
- sbadner@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2250
- Director of Clinical Training (Psy.D.)
- Professor
- jrutter4@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x6281
- Assistant Director of Clinical Training (Psy.D.)
- Assistant Professor of Practice
- lmpopple@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x6038
- Counseling Program Coordinator
- Professor
- janey@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2494
- Undergraduate Psychology Program Coordinator
- Associate Professor
- lcmorton@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2248
- Counseling Program Fieldwork Coordinator
- Professor
- jlmuse-burke@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2367
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Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology (General/Theoretical) is accredited by the Counsel for Accrediting Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).