Psychology Major

Overview

SUNY Oneonta’s Psychology major provides a theoretical and practical background in psychology and is designed to prepare you for graduate school and a wide range of careers. Approximately one-third of psychology graduates pursue graduate studies in psychology and related fields. Many students get hands-on experience through an internship on or off campus during their junior or senior year.

Program Type

Major

Area of Study

Science and Mathematics

Delivery Mode

In Person

Career Opportunities

From research assistant to psychologist, there are lots of things you can do with a Psychology degree. Some require grad school. See a sampling of careers our grads are pursuing.

  • Career/Employment Counselor
  • Child Welfare/Placement Caseworker
  • Data Analyst
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • Social Worker
  • Recreational Therapist
  • Research Assistant
  • Victim's Advocate
  • Psychologist
  • Psychiatrist

Requirements

See the list of required courses for Psychology majors and a sample plan of study for your next four years.

Hands-On Learning

Many Psychology majors get hands-on, supervised learning experiences in a professional setting through internships at local community-based health and social service agencies. You can also receive course credit for working with a faculty member as a teaching or research assistant. In addition to getting involved in ongoing faculty research, you can design your own independent study research project.

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United States

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