Bachelor's in Psychology

Le Moyne College has a commitment to academic excellence, the college offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines. The Jesuit values of intellectual inquiry, social justice, and service are deeply embedded in the educational experience, guiding students to become well-rounded individuals with a sense of responsibility to the world. At Le Moyne, the emphasis is not only on acquiring knowledge but also on instilling a sense of ethics and social responsibility. Small class sizes and a close-knit community foster a supportive learning environment, allowing students to engage with dedicated faculty and collaborate with peers. The college's picturesque campus provides a conducive atmosphere for both learning and personal growth. Le Moyne College stands as a beacon of higher education that not only equips students with academic prowess but also empowers them to make meaningful contributions to society.

How do we make decisions? What motivates us? Why do certain smells evoke good memories? How do children learn? Why do we experience nostalgia? Grief? Prejudice and discrimination? If you like to ask yourself these questions, you’re thinking like a psychologist. As a psychology major, you’ll explore all things about the brain and our behaviors. You’ll ask yourself big questions, delve into research and begin to understand the growing literature concerning our emotional, cognitive, and social lives. You’ll work alongside faculty who are both practitioners and scholars. You’ll participate in seminars with respected researchers in varying psychological fields. You may even have the opportunity to complete your own original research that is presented at a regional or national conference. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a year-long internship that will help you explore your interests. The rigor of your curriculum will make you a competitive applicant for various graduate programs across the country. If you want to investigate the behaviors and experiences that help make us human, you’ll love the offerings of the psychology program.