Program Details

Bachelor of Science Psychology

Bachelor of Science

Shenandoah University

The Psychology major is designed to provide a fundamental knowledge of psychological principles, theories and research. The psychology department prepares students to apply psychological principles to personal, social and organizational issues. Students majoring in psychology will be prepared to enter a career in human services or continue study at the graduate level.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree	Our students should expect small class sizes that are mostly taught by full-time faculty (no graduate student instructors) and require active engagement. Our classes are also in high demand and fill up quickly during registration periods.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Students should take the following courses before their junior year: Introduction to Psychology, Statistics, Lifespan Development, Abnormal Psychology. Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Shenandoah University within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses	There are no other program requirements beyond our course requirements.
Doing More With Your Degree	We regularly update our program website (https://www.su.edu/arts/psychology/) where this information can be found.
Program Successes & Highlights	Our department takes great pride in the amount of active learning opportunities we have embedded throughout our courses and our practicum placements.

Program Credit Requirements

Applicable Admissions Agreements

The table below lists admissions agreements between Shenandoah University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Institution Name	Type	Title
Blue Ridge Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Central Virginia Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Danville Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Mountain Gateway Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Eastern Shore Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Germanna Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Brightpoint Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Laurel Ridge Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Mountain Empire Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
New River Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Northern Virginia Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Paul D. Camp Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Patrick & Henry Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Piedmont Virginia Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Rappahannock Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Southside Virginia Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Southwest Virginia Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Tidewater Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Virginia Peninsula Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Virginia Highlands Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Virginia Western Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University
Wytheville Community College	Guaranteed Admissions Agreement	Guaranteed Admission Agreement, Virginia Community College System and Shenandoah University

You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Completion of an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Science will guarantee completion of general education requirements.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	Completion of an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Arts and Science prior to high school graduation will guarantee completion of general education requirements with the exception that the First Year Seminar (3 credits) must be completed upon enrollment to SU.
Credit for Prior Learning
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Shenandoah University

College Level Information

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Transfer Admission Application

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Number of Transfer Students

450

Percent of Accepted Transfer Students

Shenandoah's average acceptance rate over the last four years is 84%.

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Shenandoah offers an 11:1 student to faculty ratio, experiential learning opportunities, and integrative technology to prepare graduates for a successful career.
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	Complete an Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, or Associate or Arts and Science with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Averett University	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Averett University	Bachelor of Science in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person, Online
Hollins University	BA in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Hollins University	BS in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Germanna Community College	Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies with Specialization in Psychology	Associate	Associate of Arts and Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Psychology	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community College	Psychology, A.S.	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community College	Associate of Sciences in Computer Science	Associate	Associate of Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Rappahannock Community College	AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Psychology/Social Work Specialization	Associate	Associate of Arts and Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Sweet Briar College	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Major in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Major in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
James Madison University	Bachelor of Science, Major in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
James Madison University	Bachelor of Arts, Major in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Psychology BS	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Roanoke College	Bachelor of Science in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BA in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BS in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
The University of Virginia's College at Wise	Bachelor of Science in Social Science, Major in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Wesleyan University	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Wesleyan University	Bachelor of Science in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Mary Baldwin University	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	Online, Hybrid
Mary Baldwin University	Bachelor of Science in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
George Mason University	Psychology, BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
George Mason University	Psychology, BS	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
Norfolk State University	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Norfolk State University	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Online	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	Online
William & Mary	Psychology - Bachelor of Arts	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
William & Mary	Psychology - Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Old Dominion University	Psychology-BS	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person, Online
University of Mary Washington	BS in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Marymount University	Psychology (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Art	4-Year	In-Person
Bridgewater College	Psychology Major - BS	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Ferrum College	B.S. in Psychology (Minor Required)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Randolph College	Bachelor of Arts in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Commonwealth University	Psychology, Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Commonwealth University	Psychology with concentration in Addiction Studies, Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Commonwealth University	Psychology with concentration in Applied Psychology, Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Commonwealth University	Psychology with concentration in Life Science, Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Commonwealth University	Psychology with concentration in Pre-Graduate School, Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Commonwealth University	Psychology with concentration in Urban Psychology, Bachelor of Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Emory & Henry University	Philosophy, Political Science, Economics (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Emory & Henry University	Psychology (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Randolph-Macon College	Psychology (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Regent University	A.S. in Psychology	Associate	Associate of Science	4-Year	Hybrid
Regent University	B.S. in Psychology	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	Hybrid
University of Lynchburg	BS in Psychological Science - Counseling Psychology Emphasis	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
11-9199.11	Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers	Plan and direct cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties for reuse. Does not include properties sufficiently contaminated to qualify as Superfund sites.	Management Occupations
19-3039.03	Clinical Neuropsychologists	Assess and diagnose patients with neurobehavioral problems related to acquired or developmental disorders of the nervous system, such as neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, and learning disabilities. Recommend treatment after diagnosis, such as therapy, medication, or surgery. Assist with evaluation before and after neurosurgical procedures, such as deep brain stimulation.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-3033.00	Clinical and Counseling Psychologists	Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
11-9199.02	Compliance Managers	Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.	Management Occupations
19-3032.00	Industrial-Organizational Psychologists	Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training, and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
11-9199.08	Loss Prevention Managers	Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.	Management Occupations
11-9199.00	Managers, All Other	All managers not listed separately.	Management Occupations
19-3039.02	Neuropsychologists	Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning, often in research and medical settings. Study the human brain and the effect of physiological states on human cognition and behavior. May formulate and administer programs of treatment.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-3039.00	Psychologists, All Other	All psychologists not listed separately.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
25-1066.00	Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary	Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.	Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
11-9199.01	Regulatory Affairs Managers	Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.	Management Occupations
19-4061.00	Social Science Research Assistants	Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
11-9199.10	Wind Energy Development Managers	Lead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects.	Management Occupations
11-9199.09	Wind Energy Operations Managers	Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.	Management Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 120 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Bachelor of Science Psychology at Shenandoah University These costs are based on an estimated 8 semesters or 4 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category	Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition	$17,730	Per Semester	$141,840	$0	$141,840	Per semester tuition for a full time status of 12 - 18 credit hours
Fees
Student Services Fee	$195	Per Semester	$1,560	0	$1,560	Full-time students only
IM Learning Fee	$345	Per Semester	$2,760	0	$2,760
Technology Fee	$205	Per Semester	$1,640	0	$1,640

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.