Psychology (BA)

McKendree University’s psychology program is for any student who is curious about the mind and behavior. Psychology students learn to understand others, think critically, interpret scientific information, and work professionally in a diverse world. Graduates are prepared for success in a range of careers and for graduate study in areas such as psychology, counseling, occupational therapy, social work, and forensic science.

At McKendree University, our students enjoy small class sizes and one-on-one guidance from experienced faculty members as they develop key professional skills in communication, teamwork, and data analysis. Seniors have the unique opportunity to conduct a capstone research project about a topic that interests them and then present the findings to peers and the campus community. After graduation, psychology majors find success in wide range of graduate degree programs and hundreds of different careers.

Quick facts/facts at a glance:

• Our psychology students often attend graduate programs in psychology, counseling, occupational therapy, social work, and law.
• Students investigate a psychological topic of their choosing during their senior thesis experience.
• As part of their professional development, graduating students receive instruction on resume writing, interviewing, and job searching.
• Psychology trains students in the skills that employers value the most such as communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and data analysis.
• Students receive one-on-one mentorship from professors on research, internships, and career planning.

Why a Psychology Degree?

The demand for experts in mental health, behavior change, performance enhancement, and data analytics continues to grow worldwide. Psychology students are uniquely positioned to meet these demands, making psychology one of the most popular majors in the United States. Psychology prepares students for hundreds of different careers, allowing them to use a blend of science and theory to understand and help people. This degree also prepares students for graduate programs in helping professions such as counseling and social work, experimental psychology programs such as cognitive psychology and biopsychology, and professional programs such as medicine and law. A degree in psychology opens countless pathways and possibilities to students, sharpens desirable skills in communication and critical thinking, and consistently rewards graduates with successful careers, making it one of the most attractive majors to college students.