Psychology Department
Undergraduate Programs
The Psychology Department at Marist is committed to providing quality teaching and mentorship. The curriculum we offer is diverse, challenging, and intended to provide not only a grounding in the history, theories, and methods of psychology, but also a framework for critical thinking and scientific literacy. Our goal is to encourage students to explore the field of psychology, to engage in self-reflection, and to determine the most rewarding career path.
Psychology courses are classified into five different categories to reflect a range of sub-disciplines within the field of psychology. Courses in each category are taught by engaging professors who are experts in their field. These five categories are:
- Developmental Psychology
- Biological Psychology
- Sociocultural Psychology
- Learning and Cognition
- Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychology
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The Psychology Major
Being a psychology major at Marist prepares students for many career options when they graduate, including clinical/counseling work, research positions, and jobs in industry and government.
- Requirements for Psychology Majors
- Example Program Sequence for Psychology Majors
- 6 Credit "Life after Marist" Requirement: Information and Forms
The Psychology Minor
Many students choose to take a psychology minor to complement their coursework in another department.
Double Major in Psychology and Criminal Justice
Marist offers a unique opportunity to combine majors in Psychology and Criminal Justice.
Related Minors
While Psychology majors can choose to take on a variety of minors, below is a list of common choices. Be sure to consult with your academic advisor to determine what makes sense for you.