The Psychology major enhances our understanding of the human condition in light of a distinctive Christian worldview. Our theoretical framework synthesizes broad-based knowledge drawn from the fields of psychology, anthropology, sociology, and cultural studies to provide the student with a sound social sciences foundation. Students are challenged and equipped to become change agents, accepting the responsibility to truly make a difference in the lives of hurting individuals within a global context.

The Psychology major prepares individuals for post-baccalaureate occupations including work in human services across cultural settings, and for graduate work in the social sciences.

Graduates with a degree in Psychology will be able to:

• Apply the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings of psychological principles to behavioral problems.
• Analysis psychological phenomena through interpreting behavior, examining research, and applying scientific methodology.
• Demonstrate research, writing, and presentation skills applicable to the field of psychology, specifically using APA style.
• Evaluate the impact of cross-cultural differences on psychological development.
• Critique the interaction between spirituality and psychological theories.
• Integrate the psychology-specific aspects of self-reflection, project management, teamwork, and career preparation into their personal and professional lives. 

Entrance to the Psychology Major

Entrance to major has several critical objectives:

• the formal process assists students in clarifying educational and professional goals;
• students are better able to organize their course schedule; and
• students learn to identify their academic and vocational strengths and weaknesses.

Freshmen, sophomore, and transfer students who desire to major in psychology formally apply to the Psychology Department for entrance to major during their sophomore year. 

Entrance Steps

1. Obtain an Entrance into the Psychology Major packet, available in the Psychology Department main office or online at the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences web site.
2. Fill out the Completion of Class Requirements form in the Entrance packet.
3. Submit the above forms to the Administrative Assistant of the Psychology Department.
4. The Administrative Assistant of the Psychology Department will then contact you to schedule an entrance meeting with at least two departmental professors.
5. Schedule and attend an interview appointment with the Psychology Department.
6. The student must complete the above Entrance Steps prior to his or her junior year of study or during the junior year of study for students who transfer into Northwest University with junior standing.