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Psychology
Pave the way for a rich and fulfilling psychology career in our world-renowned program.
Why Earn Your BA in Psychology?
A psychology degree opens the door to a career in many fields—banking, law,
medicine, research, marketing, human resources and counseling/therapy practice. You can work as a clinical psychologist, a guidance counselor or a mental health counselor with additional training or schooling. Or you can become a researcher or professor by pursuing doctoral studies.
Why Major in Psychology at Adelphi?
- Study in small classes with expert faculty and learn through internships in local organizations.
- Gain a real research experience working directly with faculty through our Emerging Scholars Program —a yearlong intensive independent study.
- Graduate ready for a career or graduate school.
What can you do with a degree in psychology?
A psychology degree opens the door to a career in many fields—banking, law, medicine, research, marketing, human resources and counseling/therapy practice. You can work as a school psychologist, guidance or a mental health counselor with additional masters-level training. Or you can study to become a doctoral-level clinical or school psychologist and pursue a path in academia, research or practice.
A wide range of supervised experiences—both in the field and in the laboratory—are available to students.
$70,750*
* based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey & NACE First Destination Survey, Class of 2020
the average annual salary of our 2020 baccalaureate graduates—that’s 28% higher than the national average
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey & NACE First Destination Survey, Class of 2020
I have all good things to say about my past undergraduate experience at Adelphi. Not only was my clinical interest reinforced by many professors, but I also got heavily involved in psychological research due to my mentor’s influence, Dr. Michael Moore. I would not be in Adelphi’s Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program today if it were not for the program’s amazing support, structure and opportunities.
Minor & Degree Options
Minor in Psychology
You can enhance an undergraduate major in any field with a minor in psychology. Whatever your calling is, psychology—the study of human thought and behavior—will deepen your sense of compassion, sharpen your analytical abilities and allow you to thrive in today’s global society.
General Psychology 4+1
Psychology majors at Adelphi have the opportunity to accelerate their path to a rewarding professional career by completing a joint master’s degree in five years.
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Internships offer our students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and gain valuable experiences before graduation. We partner with many different organizations, both on and off campus, to offer our students opportunities for hands-on learning, including:
Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Application Requirements
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- Levermore Global Scholars – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- Study Abroad – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Awards & Recognition
Center for World University Rankings
Adelphi University’s Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology has been ranked fourth worldwide for psychology–psychoanalysis by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). More than 27,000 degree-granting institutions were included in the annual ranking.
CWUR website
Princeton Review
The Princeton Review has ranked Adelphi University among the Best Northeastern Colleges based on academic offerings and career preparation for students, campus policies, initiatives and activities.
Best Northeastern College
U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report ranked Adelphi University as a Best College nationwide in the National Universities category, for the fifth consecutive year.
Best College
Colleges of Distinction
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development College for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Career Development Excellence
Location
Nexus Building First Floor
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