Bachelors in Psychological Sciences

• Dynamic Programs: Choose between a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, both offering a versatile foundation for diverse career paths or advanced study.
• Expert Faculty: Learn from doctoral-credentialed faculty with diverse training across disciplines such as clinical/counseling psychology, social psychology, international/cross-cultural psychology, experimental psychology, and neuroscience; ensuring expertise in every area of our curriculum. Our faculty are dedicated to mentoring and supporting your professional development.
• Student Community: Join one of our three active student organizations – the Psychology Club, Psi Chi (our chapter of the International Honor Society in Psychology), and NAMI (our chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness) – to grow academically and socially.
• Specialized Tracks: Specialize in Latino Mental Health, Sports Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Industrial-Organizational Psychology to tailor your academic journey.
• Hands-On Research Opportunities: Engage in meaningful scholarly projects where you design studies, collect and analyze data, and present your research findings at conferences on- and off-campus, building essential skills for 21st-century careers and graduate-level study.
• Graduate Opportunities: Explore pathways into our two master's programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling, enhancing your professional credentials.
• Global Perspective: Broaden your horizons with study abroad experiences in Ireland, Italy, Guatemala, and more.
• Career Readiness: Benefit from individualized faculty attention and professional mentorship starting freshman year, ensuring you're prepared for either graduate-level study or immediate entry into a diverse range of careers.

Why Choose a Bachelors in Psychological Sciences?

The Department of Psychological Science and Counseling at Marian University offers a unique learning environment where you can explore human behavior and mental processes with the support of an exceptional, diverse faculty. Whether you choose a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in psychology, our program provides a strong foundation that prepares you for a wide range of careers or further study.

Our department is distinguished by our highly qualified faculty who bring their doctoral training and unique areas of expertise — including clinical/counseling, social, international/cross-cultural, experimental, and neuroscience — directly to the classroom. Their passion for teaching and dedication to mentoring will help you develop professionally throughout your undergraduate journey, making you a competitive candidate for graduate programs or well-prepared to start your career.

You can tailor your experience through specializations in areas like Latino Mental Health, Sports Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology, aligning your education with your interests and career goals. Our vibrant student organizations — the Psychology Club, Psi Chi, and NAMI — provide numerous opportunities for professional development, community engagement, and social activities, fostering a sense of belonging and active participation within the field of psychology.

Marian's psychology department emphasizes global learning through study abroad trips to countries like Ireland, Italy, and Guatemala, giving you a broader perspective on psychological science in an international context. Additionally, as a traditional, four-year university rooted in the liberal arts tradition, Marian University provides students with a wide range of elective options and opportunities to pursue minors in disciplines such as business, education, and exercise science. This interdisciplinary approach allows you to customize your education to align with your passions and career aspirations.

Our individualized faculty mentorship begins from your very first year, providing support to make you both career-ready and an ideal candidate for advanced study. With a psychology degree from Marian University, you'll graduate with a diverse skill set that is highly valued in fields like healthcare, business, law, education, and beyond.

We emphasize meaningful scholarly opportunities throughout our curriculum, giving students hands-on research experiences that are both engaging and career-enhancing. You'll have the chance to design your own studies, collect and analyze data, and present your research findings at conferences both on and off campus. These experiences help you develop skills in data collection and analysis that are crucial for 21st-century jobs, while also giving you high-quality research experience that makes you a competitive candidate for graduate programs.