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Supporting Students Who Are Inspired To Support Others

Marist's School of Social and Behavioral Sciences offers programs that enhance academic engagement and cultivate personal and professional values in a manner that embraces human dignity, promotes social justice, and inspires community service. The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences prepares students with the necessary intellect, skill, and character needed for a dynamic and diverse future.

 
 

Explore Marist Through the Eyes of a Criminal Justice Major

Marist's School of Social and Behavioral Sciences includes the Departments of Crime and Justice Studies, Education, Psychology, and Social Work. Students within each program are deeply immersed in studies of critical thinking and its practical application. Learning in a hands-on environment sets students up for career success. Take a tour of our campus through the eyes of a Criminal Justice student.

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See Yourself Within the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences fosters an environment that promotes personal and professional growth, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning. By collaborating with dedicated faculty, students gain the skills required for top placement in graduate schools, careers in leading fields, and secure competitive internships and prestigious awards.

 

Academic Success Starts With A Diverse Learning Experience

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crystal helps others find strength through their challenges.


Inspired to Heal and Empower, Crystal Marr '02, combines deep empathy with a commitment to long-term healing to empower individuals to live fuller, healthier lives. Shaped by a Marist education that fostered resilience and personal growth, Crystal proves that compassion and understanding are powerful catalysts for change.

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Biology Education

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Chemistry Education

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Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MA

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Cognitive Science

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Crime and Justice Studies

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Education (Adolescence/Special Education)

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Education (Childhood/Special Education)

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Education, MS

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English Education

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Environmental Earth Science Education

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French Education

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History Education

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Mathematics Education

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Psychology

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School Psychology, MA

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Social Justice

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Social Work

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Social Work, MS

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Sociology

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Spanish Education

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A Rewarding Future in School Psychology

Marist's MA in School Psychology prepares students for rewarding careers with impact. U.S. News & World Report ranks School Psychology among the top 10 Best Science Jobs and top 100 Best STEM Jobs. The MA in School Psychology program is accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). It equips students to work as practicing school psychologists, leading to New York State certification and National Certification as a School Psychologist (NCSP) eligibility. 

Hear from Alexa Diaz '20M about her experience with Marist's School Psychology program.

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Meet the Dean, Dr. Deborah Gatins

Our students enter professions that are the backbone of an enlightened and productive society. We are counselors, researchers, teachers, social workers, law enforcement workers and psychologists. We nurture society, we inform public policy, we discover cures in labs, we protect, and we lead. Our students are engaged in activism and service in our communities as well as dialogue and research with our faculty to create solutions that improve the human condition.

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I always pictured myself being a professor in some sort of way, maybe even at Marist. This was my top choice when I applied to colleges, and every experience I've had affirmed that Marist was the right choice for me.

Allison Kirkman

Master of Arts in Teaching, History and Special Education Concentrationcon

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Marist happily took me into their community, and I am so content with my decision to transfer. I have grown tremendously as a person throughout my time here thus far. I have met my best friends who have turned into family and been provided with ample opportunities to succeed in my career.

Alyssa Terralavoro

Psychology Major, Crime and Justice Studies Major, Social Work Minor

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I chose Marist to complete my undergraduate years because of the tight-knit community and small class size. I have been able to make meaningful relationships with professors and have access to opportunities I may not have had in a class with 200-400 people.

Brooke Millard

MA in School Psychology

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While all of the faculty in the Educational Psychology program was wonderful, Dr. Stivers, Dr. Szabo, and Professor Finnerty all played a big part in shaping my career. With all three of these professors, I have found a connection inside and outside of the classroom that allowed for my learning to feel personal.

Justine Carra

Educational Psychology Major

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I love helping people, so I want to share these experiences with children and let them know that they, too, can have these opportunities. I want them to know that they’re capable of more than they realize and that things can and do get better.

Justin Camero

Psychology Major, Music Minor, Sociology Minor

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Marist has a deservedly great reputation, and students graduate with an amazing experience. I highly recommend coming to Marist, especially for those who are looking to become teachers. The programs the College offers, both academic and extracurricular, have exceeded my expectations. I will miss Marist after I graduate this spring.

Bryanna Benvenuti

Educational Psychology Major

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This Fulbright means a whole new path for my future and where I will ultimately go. With this experience, there are many paths I can take now and many doors that will open.

Daniel Knoll

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For over fifteen years, Marist has created a top-ranked summer pre-college program that gives students a sense of college life, provides a taste of a college major, and allows students to earn college credit while still in high school. At Marist's Summer Pre-College program, you'll engage in daily class sessions with leading faculty and explore exciting career opportunities in your field. High school sophomores and juniors will engage in hands-on learning experiences either in-person or virtually, while working with industry professionals and like-minded peers.
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