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Psychology - General/Theoretical (BS)

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:

Program Highlights

Hands-On Experience

Students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of psychology right on campus through the Psychological Services Center, where they can apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings by engaging directly with clients, supporting mental health services, and working alongside experienced professionals.

Ranked Among the Best

Marywood is ranked #14 Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report鈥檚 Best Colleges rankings for 2025, making Marywood a great, centrally located option for students in Northeastern Pennsylvania who want to stay closer to home.

Personalized Attention

11:1 faculty-student ratio with personalized attention from highly credentialed faculty for each student.

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My favorite thing about Marywood is that there are so many ways to get involved on campus, which has been the best way for me to connect with my professors and peers as a c...

Elizabeth Buczek '23

Top Career Paths

  • Psychiatrist

  • Clinical Psychologist

  • Speech Pathologist

  • Behavioral Therapist

Top Employers

  • Hospitals

  • Mental Health Office

  • Clinical/ Doctor's Office

  • Correctional Facilities

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Centers of Excellence

糖心app hosts three academic Centers of Excellence on campus; The Center for Law, Justice and Policy, The Center for Urban Studies, and The Mother Theresa Maxis, IHM Center. Each center provides students with the tools and resources to excel in their academic endeavors, fostering a dynamic environment where they can engage deeply with their respective fields of study and make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.

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Accreditation

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The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology (General/Theoretical) is accredited by the Counsel for Accrediting Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)