The Psychology B.A. major is particularly suited to students who wish to understand human behavior and mental functioning at the behavioral level. Students will take Psychology courses relevant to social, developmental, and cognitive psychology and will learn how animal models can be used to inform human behavior. Together these courses will provide students with an appreciation for the theories that have been put forth to explain human behavior and for the importance of considering clinical, cultural, social, and developmental factors when trying to understand why humans think, feel, and act as they do.

The Psychology major is ideal for students who seek a comprehensive understanding of individual and group behavior. Students in this major learn to analyze human behavior from the vantage point of personality, developmental history, biology, and social context. They are also introduced to the theory and practice of psychological counseling.