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Psychology

Psychology is the study of human behavior and the processes and mechanisms that explain it. Areas of study include:

  • Behavioral Neuroscience—study of the relationships between brain, hormones, and behavior
  • Clinical Psychology—study of the nature and development of psychopathology and interventions designed to resolve behavior problems
  • Cognitive Psychology—how the human mind works to select, store, and use information
  • Ecological/Community Psychology—human problems in a community context and social interventions
  • Industrial/Organizational Psychology—application of psychological principles to people and problems in business and organizational settings
  • Social/Personality Psychology—study of individual behavior in groups, group behavior, and group processes

The Department of Psychology offers the following degree programs:

  • B.A., Psychology
  • B.S., Psychology
  • M.A., Psychology
  • Ph.D., Psychology

For detailed information about undergraduate and graduate studies in psychology, please visit the department's Web site.

Department of Psychology
262 Psychology Building
East Lansing, MI 48824
Telephone: (517) 355-9562
Fax: (517) 432-2476
Department Web site

Chairperson: Neal Schmitt