Psychology
Curious about what drives human behavior? Fascinated by how people think, grow, and relate to the world around them? A psychology degree gives you the tools to explore those questions while building skills that translate into nearly any field.
Whether you’re interested in the brain, relationships, group dynamics, or the factors that influence decision-making, this program gives you a broad, research-informed foundation for understanding what shapes human behavior and helps people flourish. You’ll explore major psychological theories, analyze research, and strengthen your critical thinking skills, all while examining each topic through a biblical worldview. With the flexibility to pursue electives such as forensic psychology, family studies, or trauma, you can shape your degree around your interests and future goals.
Whether you plan to enter the workforce immediately or pursue graduate study, psychology equips you with versatile, in-demand skills and a deeper understanding of people that will serve you for a lifetime.
Completion
4 Years
Credits
120
Major
Psychology
Delivery
On Campus
Featured Courses
Psychology and Christianity
Engage in meaningful dialogue between psychological science and Christian theology. This course examines various models for integrating the two disciplines, encouraging you to form a biblically grounded, thoughtful approach to faith-informed psychology.
Social Psychology
Uncover the ways people think, feel, and act in social settings. This course explores relationships, group behavior, prejudice, influence, and identity through the lens of psychological science and Christian compassion.
Abnormal Psychology
Explore the theories and realities of abnormal behavior. You’ll learn key terminology, major classifications, diagnostic frameworks, and practical approaches to understanding mental illness.
Biopsychology
Examine how biology shapes behavior and mental processes. You’ll study the roles of the nervous system, hormones, genetics, and brain chemistry while connecting insights from psychology and the natural sciences.
For a complete list of courses in this program, view the program overview (coming soon).
For official course descriptions, refer to the academic catalog.
Find Your Focus
Wondering which major is right for you?
- Choose psychology if you want a broad, research-informed understanding of human behavior that prepares you for a wide range of careers and graduate programs.
- Choose counseling psychology if you feel called to help people directly and want to specialize early for careers in counseling, marriage and family therapy, or trauma support.
To understand people is to better understand the world around you. Psychology trains you to think deeply, ask better questions, and interpret human behavior with wisdom and discernment. Through a biblical lens, you’ll develop insight that prepares you for meaningful work across industries and vocations.
Career Opportunities
Because understanding people is valuable in every industry, psychology is one of the most versatile degrees you can earn, equipping you with transferable skills employers consistently seek. Whether you step directly into the workforce or pursue graduate studies to specialize your impact, career paths may include:
- Human Resources Specialist
- Research Assistant
- Case Manager
- Behavioral Health Technician
- Government or Nonprofit Professional
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