Overview
About this Degree
Psychology majors at James Madison University complete course work that explores behavior, emotions, cognitive processes and the factors that influence them from a variety of perspectives. Psychologists study behavior at both a cellular (e.g. examining the role of the brain and the nervous system) and at a more global level (e.g. examining the influences of culture). As psychology majors students will enhance their problem-solving, critical thinking, writing and oral expression skills as they learn to use the tools available to behavioral scientists.
Students choose to major in psychology for many reasons. Psychology can be students' primary area of interest within a liberal arts education that will lead to many professional opportunities that require a bachelor's degree, or it can be a pre-professional program leading to advanced study in graduate school. Popular types of graduate programs pursued by graduates of our program have been counseling, school psychology, education, clinical psychology, psychological science, social work, forensic psychology/criminal justice, industrial/organizational psychology, behavior analysis, law school and college administration.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Psychological Measurement and Statistics
- Psychological Research Methods
- Psychological Research Design and Data Analysis
- Psychology of Personality
- Abnormal Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Sensation & Perception
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Psychology Cognitive Sciences View 1774 other Bachelors in Psychology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of the equivalent of a US secondary education
- Minimal 2.25 GPA (Grade Point Average) - equivalent to 77-79% or a 'C+' average
- Diploma or certification of graduation from High School in your home country
- Undergraduate applicants who intend to major in theater, dance, music and studio art must also submit a portfolio and/or arrange an audition.
Tuition Fee
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International
24386 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12193 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
24386 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12193 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
7460 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3730 USD per semester during 48 months.
Living costs for Harrisonburg
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.