B.S. Psychology
B.S. Psychology
The Department of Education and Psychology at Southwestern Adventist University offers a BS in Psychology. A professional program in psychology is relevant for nearly every profession and allows students to make relevant connections and practical applications in their careers.
University alumni surveys find that psychology grads are currently working as psychology technicians, case managers for social services, firefighters, ministers, teachers, authors, probation officers, small business owners, and corporate executives.
Job Outlook
A number of institutions hire graduates with a bachelor's degree, thus the outlook for a psychology major is excellent. Training in critical thinking, interpersonal communications, and human behavior make graduates in this field highly versatile and employable.
Earnings
Depending on the area of the country and type of job, grads can expect to earn a salary range of $30,000–$50,000.
Curriculum Guide. To view general education requirements for this major, please visit the catalog.
Careers
The field of psychology comes with a wide range of potential career paths. With your BS in psychology, here are some potential professions you may decide to work in.
Professions
- Social Worker
- Market Researcher
- Advertising Agent
- Child Care Worker
- Teacher
- Career Counselor
- Writer
- Lawyer
93%
Of psychologists in the field report feeling "somewhat" or "very satisfied" with their careers.
| Required Cognates | ||
| Item # | Title | Credits |
| POLS 211 | National and Texas Constitutions | 3 |
| MATH 141 | Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| Sub-Total Credits | 6 | |
| Total Credits: | 81 | |