Overview

The Psychology Dept at Columbus State University provides coursework leading to the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. Students also have the opportunity to participate in CSU's pre-medical program for application to medical school.

Our faculty represent a diversity of psychology's specializations including counseling, cognitive, developmental, social, biological, and behavior analysis. The curriculum encompasses empirical, theoretical, and applied approaches, and students have opportunities to explore specialty areas within the discipline. Internships and independent study are available to qualified students.

Our research labs and facilities enhance the learning experience. We provide opportunities for student / faculty research collaborations leading to publications and presentations at professional conferences. We host a local chapter of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, as well as our own Psychology Club.

Learning Outcomes

Our learning outcomes are based on Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major (APA, 2012):

Knowledge Base- Students should demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings in psychology

Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking- Students should develop scientific reasoning and problem solving skills, including effective research methods skills

Communication- Students should demonstrate competence in written and oral communication skills

Professional Development- Students should develop skills that sharpen readiness for post-baccalaureate employment, graduate school, or professional school

Ethical and Social Responsibility- Students should develop skills related to ethical and socially responsible behavior for professional and personal settings

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Psychology

Life-Span Developmental Psychology

Psychology as Major and Career

Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

Abnormal Psychology

Clinical Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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General requirements

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Academic Transcripts: Applicants who have graduated from a non U.S. accredited high school or attended a non U.S. accredited college/ university must provide a professional transcript evaluation by a NACES evaluator or Lisano International. We recommend using Josef Silny or World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts from any U.S. college/university attended must be submitted.

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Proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17016 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16536 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

4488 USD / year

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Living costs

Columbus

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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