Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology


Department


Department of Psychology

College


College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Overview of the program


Our degree program provides our students with an understanding of human behavior, an asset in most occupations. Southeastern students are also well prepared for graduate studies if they so choose.

 

One of the outstanding features of Southeastern's program is that it provides students with an opportunity to do real research under the guidance of one of our faculty.  This is a wonderful learning experience for two reasons: first, it permits faculty and students to get to know one another in a working relationship, and second, it provides students experience in critical thinking, improving skills in ability to define terms, refine questions, search for evidence, and draw conclusions that can stand the test of scrutiny and evaluation by others. 



Strengths of the program


  • Strong Honors in the Discipline Program
  • Opportunities to engage in hands on research
  • Faculty mentoring
  • Wide range of faculty interests
  • Employers regularly rate "people skills" as very important in almost all occupations and see a degree in Psychology as evidence of those skills


Careers in the program


Because most employers value "people skills" highly, a bachelor's degree in psychology is a valuable credential in the job market. Graduates work in a wide variety of settings.

Starting Salaries after completing the program (estimates only)


Starting salaries will vary widely, but the average is in the mid-twenties.

Campus organizations and activities affiliated with the program


Psi Chi, the national honor society for students of psychology

Related fields that might interest you


  • Criminal Justice
  • Nursing
  • Education
  • Political Science
  • Sociology


How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program


Helpful qualities for psychology majors include:

  • Curiosity
  • Self Discipline
  • Concern for Others


Contact Information


Department of Psychology
College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
SLU Box 10831
Hammond, LA 70402

On Campus: White Hall, Room 220

Telephone: (985) 549-2154

Fax: (985) 549-3892

E-mail: mrossano@selu.edu

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