Psychology (B.A.)
Minor in Psychology
Forensic Psychology (M.A.)
Community Counseling/Forensic Psychology (M.A./M.A.)
Students earning an undergraduate degree in Psychology will gain the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level professional responsibilities in a variety of settings and a firm foundation for graduate study. Psychology graduates work in a wide variety of community, business, government, and educational settings. They may teach, consult, counsel, or conduct research. Graduate training is required for advanced work in the field.
The Psychology major consists of a core of required courses plus completion of coursework chosen by students to reflect their interests and career aspirations.
Students in Psychology can choose from courses that help them focus on careers in human resources, marketing, human development across the life span, education, the health sciences, and roles related to the influence of the social setting on the behaviors of individuals. Psychology graduates interested in working in mental health-related professions might find employment in substance abuse programs, family and child services, crisis counseling centers, and welfare agencies. Those majoring in this field can also choose courses that help prepare them for graduate study in Psychology and Counseling. Marymount offers graduate programs in Counseling and Forensic Psychology.
Psychology majors may elect to complete a specialization leading to a license to teach individuals with learning disabilities in grades K-12. Students interested in this option should see an academic advisor in the Education Department.
Admission Requirements: All undergraduate Psychology students must follow general University admission requirements.
In addition, students pursuing eligibility for teaching licensure in Education (Learning Disabilities) must meet the admission requirements of, and apply for, student teaching. See Education section for admission requirements and procedures.
Internship Prerequisites: When other requirements are successfully completed in the senior year, the student is placed in an internship (PSY 400) or Student Teaching (ED 360) for 240 hours (6 credits). Prerequisites for the internship are a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better, a grade of C- or better in all courses required in the major, senior academic standing, a minimum of 12 credits earned at Marymount, and completion of the required prerequisite courses.
Minimum Grade Requirements: Grade of C- or better in all courses required for the major. Students pursuing teaching licensure should also see additional “ Minimum Grade Requirements” here.
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This may be selected by students interested in teaching learning disabled (LD) students in grades K-12. Completion of the required courses leads to licensure eligibility to teach LD students.
Students should begin working with an Education advisor in the beginning of their freshman year in order to complete this program in a timely manner.
Admission Requirements: Students in this licensure program must seek admission to the teacher licensure program and apply for student teaching. See Education section for admission requirements and procedures.
Degree Planning: Students in this licensure program must take courses specified in the degree plan to ensure fulfillment of state licensure requirements. See an Education advisor in the School of Education and Human Services for further information.
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This program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge they need to provide effective, high quality services in a variety of forensic settings. These include probation and parole, victim assistance, law enforcement, evaluation, and testimony in civil and criminal matters. To accomplish this goal, the program balances traditional psychological knowledge and skills with a specialized understanding of the criminal justice and legal systems. The Forensic Psychology program has ongoing research with the Behavioral Science Unit of the FBI, Quantico, Virginia. The Forensic Psychology program also periodically offers short-term study opportunities in London, England.
Admission Requirements: In addition to Universitywide requirements for graduate admission, the following are required:
Deadlines: Students are admitted for the fall semester only. Applications must be received by February 15. Applications received after February 15 will be considered for a future academic year.
Internship Prerequisite: In order to be admitted to an internship, students must have completed the internship application process, which includes a review of academic progress, completion of appropriate paperwork, submission of the $50 required application fee, and permission of the faculty.
Research Requirement: All graduate students are required to log a minimum of 20 hours of research assistance under the guidance of one or more members of the Forensic Psychology faculty. See the student handbook for details.
Transfer Policies: Students in the program requesting course substitutions or course transfer from other institutions may be required to submit paperwork for review by the Forensic Psychology faculty.
Degree Requirements
39 credits
With prior approval of faculty, graduate credit for other elective courses can be applied toward the student's degree.