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The undergraduate program in Psychology is designed to meet the needs of three classes of students: (1) those who wish a sound background in the study of the Biological, Social-Personality, and Developmental foundations of behavior; (2) those who wish to acquire a thorough undergraduate training in psychology as majors, in anticipation of doing graduate study in the field; and (3) those who wish a basic understanding of human behavior as a supplement to some other major field of concentration.
As is true throughout Boston College, the Psychology Department offers a wide range of courses and opportunities, which number many more than any one student can experience. The real task is selecting from among the many options in a way that provides the best possible education.
The most important preparation for what follows is realizing that, ultimately, you are the person most responsible for your education. Many people and many documents will offer suggestions, but in almost all cases you will make the final decisions.
Undergraduate Admissions
In selecting students, we look for academic ability, intellectual curiosity, strength of character, motivation, creativity, energy, and promise for personal growth and development.
Forbes Magazine
Boston College ranked 16th on the list of America's Best Colleges in 2009.
The Psychology Major
Use empirical information to evaluate a claim, break down a complex problem into its component parts, communicate your ideas effectively: Major in psychology for a special combination of intellectual skills.
Academic Opportunities
From fellowships to coursework in “neighboring” departments: suggestions for making the most of a psychology major.
The Psychology Honors Program
Not the College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program, but a challenging course of study for Psychology majors.
Clinical Concentration
The Clinical Concentration is designed for Psychology majors with a particular interest in careers in clinical or couseling psychology or clinical social work.
Neuroscience Concentration
The Neuroscience Concentration allows students to engage in coursework and research that will provide them with a strong understanding of the biological bases of behavior and mental function.
Planning for a Fulbright Grant after Graduation
Students should consider applying for a Fulbright grant, which supports a year of independent study (or English-language teaching) in the year after graduation. The application deadline is October 1 of your senior year.
Research Opportunities
By talking to other students in the department, as well as to the faculty, you will learn about on-going research projects and about the current interests of faculty members.
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Applying to Graduate Schools
Here is some general advice for undergraduates, who are thinking of applying to a graduate school.
BA/MA Program
The BA/MA Program is designed to allow selected students to earn both a BA and an MA in Psychology in five years.
PSI CHI
Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology. Contact Katherine Mickley for membership information at BC.