Athens, OH Residential Campus
Immerse yourself in one of the most beautiful campus towns for a residential living and learning experience that extends beyond the classroom.
Why people do what they do: Study the mechanisms of human behavior — in health psychology, social judgment, and behavioral decision-making — and prepare for a variety of careers that rely on understanding why people do what they do and how people change.
An undergraduate degree in psychology from OHIO prepares you to choose from a diverse array of careers paths, including:
At OHIO, you’ll study with some of the nation’s experts on topics like ADHD, stress and eating disorders. And don’t just take classes with them — work in their labs and get involved in their research, too.
Immerse yourself in one of the most beautiful campus towns for a residential living and learning experience that extends beyond the classroom.
Maximize your work-life balance by taking fully online courses taught by OHIO’s top faculty accompanied by the support you need to earn your degree online.
Take classes near where you work and live in a hybrid format that fits your schedule, with some courses on your regional campus and some online for the Psychology B.S. program.
Take courses in the major areas of psychology — psychopathology, biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology. Then our advisors will help you zero in on the area of psychology that most interests you and match that with electives, internships and minors to help launch you toward one of the many rewarding career pathways available to psychology majors. You’ll also build a strong foundation in research and data skills.
Imagine researching autism and ADHD with nationally recognized professors. Or doing a summer internship at Camp Cheerful or the Cleveland Clinic. Imagine conducting an independent research project in the Clinical Neuropsychology Research Lab. Or working on an international project on how fear of needles affects blood donations.
Take advantage of opportunities to conduct research with faculty, do off-campus fieldwork and summer internships, and become a leader in student organizations. These are experiences that will enhance your resume and memories that will last a lifetime.