We offer a Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) in Psychology. Psychology majors can additionally pursue one of five optional concentrations in Psychology. We also offer a minor in Psychology and provide several opportunities for you to save time and money by participating in streamlined graduate admissions programs.
Department of Psychology
Spring 2024 tutor for Psychology Students
Statistics for Psychology and Writing for Psychology Tutor:
Looking for applicants. Email Dr. Ben-Porath
Dolan E 323
Major Field Test - Graduation Requirement -
Students majoring in Psychology must pass the comprehensive exam or the MFT (Major Field Exam).
Steps for taking the exam are as follows:
- Student must have applied for graduation for the current semester.
- Student will be emailed with details about the day and time for the exam along with preparation materials.
- If any part of the exam is not passed the student can retake that section.
- Results will be given back 2 weeks after the exam date and the necessary forms have been completed.
More information about the MFT and results can be found under the Student Resources tab at the top of the page.
2025 Ohio Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference
The Ohio Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference is sponsored by a consortium of Ohio colleges and universities to provide undergraduate psychology majors with an opportunity to present their original research papers in a public forum. Consortium membership fees will be collected for the 2025 meeting, based on submission timeframe. The conference was initiated at John Carroll University in 1987. All students who submit papers are accepted for presentation. Their presentations should be 10 minutes in length with a brief question and answer session of 2-3 minutes.
The 38th annual conference will be hosted by Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Schedule details for the day will be provided the week before the conference.
Keynote Speaker: Kathryn T. Wissman, Ph.D.
For more information about registering and submitting presentations please visit the newly launched website linked here.
Prospective Students: Department Highlights
Research
Our faculty will engage you in innovative research projects that will help you develop the critical-thinking skills and problem-solving abilities desired by internship sites, employers, and graduate schools.
Internships
Internships afford Psychology students time to apply academic theories and principles to practical real-world professional situations as well as resume building opportunities in businesses and human service agencies throughout Greater Cleveland and beyond.
Professional Development
All JCU Psychology majors are required to take PS 1900, a hybrid course with comprehensive information and guidance on professional development topics in psychology. Major topics include careers in Psychology with a Bachelor’s degree and preparation for graduate applications at the Masters and Doctoral level. Students are encouraged to take this as early as possible.
Streamlined Graduate Admissions
Our department is frequently looking for ways to save students time and money via streamlined graduate admissions
Diversity
By the numbers, the Psychology Department has the most diversity among both faculty and students across JCU's undergraduate programs.
