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In the last five years, 270 psychology students have co-authored research articles and presented their findings at the Minnesota Psychology Association Conference.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Humans are complicated. Psychology at the Â鶹´«Ã½ will provide you with a scientific understanding of human behavior and thinking that is grounded in active engagement with research and encouraged by an inclusive and collaborative academic atmosphere.
Why Study Psychology at St. Thomas?
Our program will give you a diverse understanding of human behavior and thinking through unique opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. Along the way, you take courses focusing on clinical, cognitive, biological, social and developmental psychology. The best part? You have room in your schedule to take classes in other areas that fit your interests and goals exploring the complexities and dynamics of brain functions, family relationships, group interactions, development across the lifespan, mental illness and more.
Stretching Your Brain
Course Requirements
You will take at least one course in each of the five major perspectives in the field: clinical, cognitive, developmental, biological and social psychology. You will also gain significant experience in psychological research through a research methods class, followed by two advanced laboratory courses in an area of your choosing. You will supplement your psychology coursework with classes in mathematics, biology and statistics, meaning you will develop a well-rounded skill set that will benefit you in your career after St. Thomas.
Four-Year Plan
We recommend connecting with a faculty member to plan your career at St. Thomas so you can ensure you are completing courses matching your interests, and most importantly, graduation requirements.
Degrees Awarded
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Minor in Psychology
Course Requirements
Course Requirements
You will take at least one course in each of the five major perspectives in the field: clinical, cognitive, developmental, biological and social psychology. You will also gain significant experience in psychological research through a research methods class, followed by two advanced laboratory courses in an area of your choosing. You will supplement your psychology coursework with classes in mathematics, biology and statistics, meaning you will develop a well-rounded skill set that will benefit you in your career after St. Thomas.
Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan
We recommend connecting with a faculty member to plan your career at St. Thomas so you can ensure you are completing courses matching your interests, and most importantly, graduation requirements.
Degrees Awarded
Degrees Awarded
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Minor in Psychology
The Possibilities Are Endless
Our faculty are dedicated to passing on their knowledge and expertise to you. Alumni are working in a huge variety of industries. You will have access to a friendly community pushing you to lead a successful and fulfilling life.
Dr. Jessica Siegel
Dr. Siegel teaches about the brain and human behavior, as well as drugs and their impact on behavior. Her research uses a mouse model to examine the long-term effects of methamphetamine exposure on the brain. She also explores the effects of adolescent methamphetamine exposure on brain function by specifically examining the dopamine transporters in the brain. She is actively involved on-campus in education programs about drugs and addiction as well.
Max Weaver ‘10
Since graduating, Max went on to receive his master’s degree in industrial and organizational psychology. While in graduate school, he interned for a German consulting firm that designs and facilitates leadership development programs for clients. He is now a manager for KPMG and helps clients understand and use advanced technology like machine learning to better engage and enable their workforce.
Kristina Klein ‘19
Kristina has acquired a range of experiences in her undergraduate career, including collaborating extensively with Dr. Tonia Bock on researching moral reasoning. The project culminated in regional, national and international conference presentations. She also received a Young Scholars Grant for her proposal on practical intelligence. She is a department tutor and research assistant, president of the Psychology Club and plans to attend graduate school for speech pathology.
Career Paths
There are a number of career paths available to you after graduating from St. Thomas.
- Research
- Marketing
- Education
- Counseling
- Social work
- Human resources
Oh, the Places You Will Go
We offer opportunities for you to get involved with research, connect with alumni and study abroad.
Network
We offer multiple ways to connect with current and past psychology students through clubs, organizations and an alumni Facebook page.
Study Abroad
Expand your horizons with study abroad. Psychology students have studied abroad in Denmark, Austria, Ghana, Australia and more in the past.
Faculty With Real Experience
Dr. Roxanne Prichard
Dr. Prichard's research focuses on the importance of sleep in children and college students.
Dr. John Buri
Dr. Buri has extensively researched and taught courses on the psychology and health of marriage and family life.
Dr. Elise Amel
Dr. Amel’s research interests center on factors that underlie and maintain sustainable behaviors.
Get Involved
Whether you are exploring the paranormal in the United Kingdom or examining why mental health is important, we are certain you will encounter topics that will match your interests.
See the World
We want you to see another side of the world. We offer a diverse range of study abroad courses, including studying sustainability in Denmark, parapsychology research in the UK and observing whale behavior in Hawai'i.
Make an Impact
We place a strong emphasis on research inside and outside of the classroom, making faculty-student collaboration common and encouraged. Faculty are always eager to chat with students about their research and get them involved with their projects.
Present Your Findings
After conducting impactful research, why not share it with the world? We take a large group of students to the Midwestern Psychological Association meeting to present research each year.
We Have Your Back
The constant collaboration between students and faculty fosters a close-knit community in our department. You will receive guidance and encouragement in reaching your academic and career goals.
Mental Health Stigmas
We work to increase awareness of mental health concerns in an effort to eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness.
Understand Human Behavior
Psychology students at St. Thomas complement their studies with active engagement in research and extracurricular opportunities. No matter what their path is after graduation, our students can address the complexities of our modern society because of their adaptable skill set.
Take the Next Step
There is more to learn about St. Thomas; including our ranking as a Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report, the many classroom and extracurricular activities that will be part of your student experience and so much more. Schedule a visit to see our beautiful campus or start your application today.