Ball State University offers a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science in psychological science through the Department of Psychological Science in the College of Sciences and Humanities.
Why choose psychological science?
- Scientific foundation: Study psychological theory together with statistics, research methods, ethics, and data interpretation.
- Undergraduate research: Pursue faculty-guided research, presentations, or other scholarly experiences.
- Applied learning: Participate in approved internships, immersive learning, or community-based projects.
- Academic recognition: Eligible students may apply for departmental honors or membership in Psi Chi. Students can participate in an annual poster session, where you will have the chance to present your research—a great way to impress potential employers or graduate-school admissions committees.
- Accelerated graduate study: Qualified students may begin graduate coursework through an Accelerated Master’s Program.
What you’ll study as a psychology major
Your credits in psychological science coursework will include a solid core of introductory studies, statistics, research methods, and other foundational learning.
You’ll build on the foundation with additional coursework in:
- learning and cognition
- motivation and emotion
- personalities
- psychopathology
- social psychology
- developmental psychology
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What career options are available for Psychology majors?
After Ball State, our psychology majors find employment in social service agencies, academics, business, nonprofit, and government organizations. Another popular career path for our graduates is to become a high school teacher. Our alumni have also worked in various student services positions on university campuses, and as trainers and educators for the mentally disabled.
Possible job titles (both with and without additional graduate studies) include:
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Frequently Asked Questions
A psychology degree explores how people think, feel, learn, and behave. Students study the science behind human behavior while developing skills in research, communication, and problem-solving that can be applied across many careers.
Skills you could learn as a psychology major include:
- Critical thinking and scientific reasoning
- Research design and data analysis
- Communication and active listening
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Understanding human behavior and motivation
- Observation and behavioral analysis
- Ethical reasoning
- Statistical analysis and research interpretation
- Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Empathy and cultural awareness
Paying for Your Education
On top of the dozens of funding options offered through Ball State’s Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, our department awards scholarships to our own students. Find a scholarship.
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Admission to Ball State is selective, and we carefully evaluate all applications on an individual basis. Applying for admission is easy. Use our convenient, comprehensive, and secure online application.
Want to Learn More?
The best way to get a true feel for Ball State is to spend some time here, so we encourage you and your family to schedule a campus visit. Take a tour, attend an information session, meet with a professor in our area, and ask plenty of questions. Or if you’d rather speak to someone directly by phone or email, please feel free to contact us.