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Psychology
Psychology
Explore human behavior.
Degree Type
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Bachelor of Arts
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Bachelor of Science
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Honors Bachelor of Arts
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Honors Bachelor of Science
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Minor
College
College of Liberal Arts
Catalog Link
Psychology
Examine human behavior from multiple perspectives. Psychology explores topics ranging from brain function to cultural values and beliefs, offering research-based insights into the complexity of human behavior.
The skills you learn will prepare you for a diverse array of careers or for graduate school. Psychologists, as experts in behavior, have numerous opportunities to contribute to individual well-being and organizational performance. You will be equipped for further study or a career in behavioral health, clinical psychology, institutional psychology, forensic psychology, criminal justice, social services, public health or market research.
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Small class sizes
Build strong relationships with faculty and fellow students.
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Research
Engage in faculty-led research and contribute to scholarly work.
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Real-world learning
Get practical experience in the field.
Program Details
All psychology students must complete five main areas in order to graduate:
- Core Education
- College of Liberal Arts Core
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science requirements
- Psychology major requirements
- Electives if needed to meet the 180 credits, at least 60 upper division credits
Planning and Resources
Psychology Sample 4-Year Academic Plan
OSU-Cascades COCC Transfer Guides
Using the following course forecast information students will plan ahead and work with their advisor to create and update academic plans.
Once you complete this program, discover all the learning outcomes you'll achieve.
Minor (28 credits)
A psychology minor can enhance your major field of study and career path — and give you an added advantage. The minor provides broad exposure to the field of psychology.
Careers
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What comes after graduation?
Psychology graduates step into careers that make a real difference in people’s lives. From counseling and education to research and organizational leadership, your degree opens doors to diverse and rewarding paths or a strong foundation for graduate study.
- Advocate
- Analyst
- Attorney
- Case Worker
- Child Psychologist
- Clinical Psychologist
- Community Relations Director
- Counselor
- Health Educator
- Hospice Coordinator
- Human Resources Specialist
- Industrial Psychologist
- Laboratory Assistant
- Market Researcher
- Marketing Manager
- Mental Health Counselor
- Neurologist
- Occupational Therapist
- Probation Officer
- Psychiatrist
- Psychologist
- Professor
- Public Relations Specialist
- Recreational Therapist
- Rehabilitation Counselor
- Researcher
- Sales Representative
- School Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Statistician
- Therapist
- Teacher
- Training & Development Specialist
- Youth Corrections Officer
Mental Health Therapist, Deschutes County Behavioral Health
Human Resources Manager, BBSI
Marketing Assistant, Territorial Seed Company
Human Factors Engineer, Intel Corporation
Labor Relations Specialist, Lane County
Fraud Investigator, State of Oregon
Associate Editor, The Prevention Researcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, Second Nature Cascades
Data Analytics Specialist, Pacific Source Health Plans
Family Advocate, South Coast Head Start
Business Manager, Early Education Program
Project Specialist, Symplicity Corporation
Clinical Information Systems Analyst, Deschutes County
Statewide Trainer, Options for Southern Oregon
Department of Human Services
CASA
Human Development and Family Sciences Department, OSU-Cascades
$
117
k
average annual salary
Psychologists, Bureau of Labor Statistics
9
%
projected growth
Psychologists, Bureau of Labor Statistics
91
%
employed or in graduate school or military within 6 mo.
OSU-Cascades-wide
Courses
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What types of classes will I attend?
- General Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
- Psychopharmacology
- General Biology
- Advanced Social Research Method
- Introduction to Statistical Methods
- Cognition
- Personality
- Health Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Special Topic Psychology of Religion
- Brain and Behavior
- Psychotherapy
Explore the Human Mind and Behavior
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As a psychology major at OSU-Cascades, you’ll dive into the complexity of human behavior from biological, cognitive, cultural and social perspectives. With the guidance of expert faculty, you’ll sharpen scientific skills like critical thinking and data analysis, gain hands-on research experience, and apply your knowledge through internships in the Central Oregon community. Along the way, you’ll form close connections with peers and mentors, and even have access to fellowships.
One earth. Two ways we look at it.
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People who are liberal tend to take on environmentally-friendly practices more often, like recycling and saving energy. But conservatives aren’t anti-environmental, says professor Chris Wolsko, a psychology researcher in The Laboratory for the American Conversation. He explains how today’s messages about the environment speak loudly to liberal values, like compassion and justice, but tend to ignore conservative values. His research demonstrated that when themes like loyalty and patriotism are included in messages, conservatives are more likely to protect the earth, too.
Gained experience conducting in-depth research
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Student Steven Sheehy gained hands-on research experience exploring how trauma and therapy shape the romantic lives of combat veterans. Through in-depth interviews, he uncovered powerful stories of healing and connection. “Having combat veterans feel safe opening up and showing their emotions to me — a non-veteran — was indescribable. It’s something I’ll never forget.”
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