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Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology: Research
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Program Overview
The Psychology: Research concentration is centered on extensive research. The emphasizes critical reasoning, qualitative reasoning, and research analysis. You’ll learn about the history and systems of psychology, cognitive neuroscience, advanced research methods, and statistics. In your senior year, you’ll complete an individual project in which you design and conduct your own research project under the supervision of a faculty member. You’ll also have access to a designated research lab and gain hands-on experience through internships with organizations, school districts, nonprofits, and area hospitals. You’ll be prepared to continue your studies or work as a data analyst, research coordinator, or research analyst.
Many Anderson University students choose to pursue a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling; speech and language pathology; mental health and school counseling; education and human development; or marriage and family counseling. If you prefer to begin your career immediately you will have the knowledge needed to find positions in careers such as working with children with autism, and adults with developmental disabilities or working as an early intervention specialist or a lab coordinator.
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Program at a Glance
Total Credit Hours
122
Program Type: BS
I-20 Approved: Yes
I-17 Approved: Yes
Details
Program Director: Patty Slaughter
Class Format: Seated (Main Campus)
Program Duration: 4 years (8 semesters)
Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January
Admission Requirements
- Previous Degree Required
No previous degree is required to enroll in this program.
- Transcript Required
Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
- Additional Admission Requirements
Two essays (prompts) or official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores are required during the application process.
- Application Deadline
Anderson University has a rolling admission process (students are notified when the are accepted whenever that is during the year) but students are encouraged to apply by the following dates: December 1st for the best scholarship consideration and no later than July 1st to begin in the fall semester.
Career Outcomes
*Salary estimates are sourced from Lightcast.
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Why AU?
At Anderson University, our faith is at the heart of our work. Psychology is no different. You will find that our faculty members integrate faith into the classroom, whether they’re offering a daily devotional that ties into the day’s lessons or engaging in meaningful conversations about how faith perspectives affect our views of neuropsychiatric syndromes and disorders. Our small class sizes provide ample opportunities for one-on-one mentorship from faculty, who have years of experience in the field, as they guide you through hands-on research opportunities.
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