Undergraduate / BA/MA / Master's /
 MA in Mental Health Counseling /
Clinical Ph.D./ Cognitive Neuroscience Ph.D. /

Programs

The City College offers the following undergraduate and combined degrees in Psychology:
B.A.
B.S.
B.A./M.A. (Combined Degree)

The major provides students with a strong preparation for graduate study in psychology or work in other fields such as law, medicine, social work and business. The Department offers a wide variety of courses which are useful to students who are pursuing other majors but wish to broaden their understanding of human behavior.

A graduate degree is necessary for most careers in psychology, including work in counseling, clinical, school and industrial settings. Many graduate programs in Psychology require courses in statistics and experimental psychology. Knowledge of a foreign language, computer literacy, and a broad academic background are also useful preparation for graduate studies.

Eligible students are encouraged to take Research Honors which usually requires three semesters for completion. Completion of Research Honors will significantly increase their chances of acceptance to graduate programs. Students need to approach a mentor in their junior year.

Other research opportunities exist for students to earn credits while serving as volunteers in a social service or hospital setting or to get experience in laboratory research work. See Psychology 23300-23006 or 31000.