Psychology Department
The psychology program is based on the scientific study of behavior, cognition, and emotion. Through in-depth exploration of psychological theory and research, students learn to investigate issues in biological, cognitive, developmental, counseling and clinical, industrial and organizational, social, cultural, and community psychology.
- 18 full-time faculty members who are active teachers, scholars and mentors.
- Major or Minor in Psychology, or Double Major with a variety of fields.
- Student-faculty collaborative research in state-of-the-art laboratories and field settings.
- Internship, field study, and community-based social action experiences.
Announcements
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- We will be accepting change of major applications from May 13th thru May 20th. Students who are accepted at this time WILL be able to register in the fall for "Psychology only" courses such as PSY 203. Please visit our website for details on the change of major process:
- Check out the Current Specialized Courses and Senior Experiences in Psychology for Fall 2009
- The Mildred Dahne Award Committee is pleased to award this year’s prize of $8,000 for departmental and program excellence to the Psychology Department! Some of the departments highlighted accomplishments were: The recent Program Review, the concentrations offered to psychology majors, the number of students who authored/co-authored a paper or presented their research at a conference, faculty publications, the departmental ELOPsy system, and the new zero-credit courses designed for psychology students to enhance their success while an undergraduate at TCNJ. Congratulations Psychology Department!
Assessments and Surveys
- First Year Following Graduation Survey (limited to Dec 2007 through August 2008 graduates)
- Graduating Seniors Exit Survey (limited to Dec 2008 through August 2009 graduates)
More Information
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