Deepen your Understanding in Human Behavior
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE OR ARTS
If you’re interested in how we think, feel, and act, dive deeper into understanding human behavior. At Stevenson, Psychology students develop a detailed, integrated, and science-based understanding of behavior and apply this understanding to have a positive impact on the lives of others.
Want to go the extra mile? Our Bachelor’s to Master’s Option allows you to graduate with a master’s in as little as five years.
There are four components to the program:
- Students study the content of the major subdisciplines within psychology. Through studying these subdisciplines and their associated theories, research methodologies, and scientific findings, students learn how behavior is affected by an individual’s genetic background, physical state, cognitive and socioemotional processes, and cultural environment.
- The content of psychology is based on science; therefore, majors begin to understand, evaluate, and apply research. They also have the opportunity to design and participate in research.
- Psychology students learn about psychological disorders and the clinical application of psychology. They develop the knowledge and skills to help others solve personal problems, develop professional opportunities, and lead richer, fuller lives.
- Students identify their career goals, plan the appropriate career paths to achieve those goals, learn professional ethics, and acquire skills essential to their professional interests. Psychology majors develop the intellectual, interpersonal, and technical skills to obtain employment relevant to their degree or to pursue graduate studies.
Graduates of the Psychology program will:
- Think critically about major theories, concepts, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
- Conducting research by choosing appropriate research designs and statistical analyses, interpreting and communicating research results, and applying ethical standards.
- Helping others by using psychological knowledge, counseling theory and skills, and ethical standards.
- Analyzing how sociocultural differences affect their personal and professional interactions.
- Planning and pursue their ongoing career and/or professional development.
Stevenson Psychology
Career Connections
Internship Placements
- Boys and Girls Club of Westminster
- Carroll County Public Schools
- Healthcare for the Homeless
- Manahawkin Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center - Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Top Employers
- Advocate Support Services
- Chesapeake Rehabilitation Services
- Kennedy Krieger Institute
- PA Counseling Services
- Sheppard and Enoch Pratt Hospital
Graduate Opportunities
- Chicago School of Psychology
- Towson University
- University of Maryland, Baltimore
- University of Texas
- West Chester University
Career Pathways
- Behavior Technician
- Career Counselor
- Human Resource
- Occupational Therapist
- Psychologist

Meet Our Students & Alumni
Down to the Root
Semira Nock
Psychology Major
Not everyone knows what their college major is going to be at 12-years-old, but Semira Nock knew by then that her purpose in life was to help people—and pursuing studies in psychology was the key. She believes in the fundamental roots of psychology: “In order to change one’s life, you have to change one’s mindset and thought process.”
Study Psychology at Stevenson
Courses
The courses in the preview below are required for completion of the bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Students must complete all remaining major requirements in addition to the Stevenson Educational Experience (SEE) courses.
Course Preview
PSY 108 | Human Growth and Development | 3 credits |
PSY 136 | Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences | 4 credits |
PSY 260 | Behavioral Approaches to Change | 3 credits |
PSY 262 | Social Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 355 | Experimental Design and Analysis I | 4 credits |
PSY 363 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 370 | Biological Psychology | 3 credits |
Academic Catalog
Explore our academic catalog for a full listing of courses, course descriptions, and suggested course sequence for Stevenson’s Psychology program.
FYS 100 | First Year Seminar | 1 credit |
PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 108 | Human Growth and Development | 3 credits |
PSY 136 | Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences | 4 credits |
PSY 201 | Writing for Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 205 | Career Development I | 1 credit |
PSY 215 | Psychopathology | 3 credits |
PSY 230 | Basic Counseling Skills | 4 credits |
PSY 260 | Behavioral Approaches to Change | 3 credits |
PSY 262 | Social Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 305 | Career Development II | 1 credit |
PSY 355 | Experimental Design and Analysis I | 4 credits |
PSY 363 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 370 | Biological Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 450 | Internship | 3 credits |
PSY 455 | Experimental Design and Analysis II | 3 credits |
PSY 480 | Senior Seminar: Diversity in Psychology | 3 credits |
Six credits of psychology electives (at least three credits at the 300-level or above) from among the following:
PSY 208 | Human Sexuality | 3 credits |
PSY 216 | Psychopathology in Children and Adolescents | 3 credits |
PSY 250-254 | Topics in Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 326 | Special Topics in Cognitive Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 327 | Special Topics in Developmental Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 328 | Special Topics in Personality Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 329 | Special Topics in Social Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 333 | Tests and Measurement | 4 credits |
PSY 340 | Advanced Counseling Skills | 4 credits |
PSY 341 | Counseling Theories | 3 credits |
PSY 350-354 | Advanced Topics in Applied Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 405 | Career Development III | 1 credit |
PSY 420 | History and Systems of Psychology | 3 credits |
PSY 470 | Senior Research Thesis | 4 credits |
Minors and Other Options
Minor in Psychology
The minor in psychology requires successful completion of a minimum of six courses and 18 credits with a PSY prefix. Students majoring in counseling and human services may count up to three psychology courses required by the major toward a minor in psychology.
Add a Professional Minor
Open yourself up to additional career paths with one of our professional minors. Each minor is designed to pair with students’ majors to give them additional career options, a competitive edge in the job market, and an opportunity to shape their Stevenson experience to meet their specific career goals.
BA Option
Students also have the option of completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. The student must fulfill all SEE requirements, program requirements, and complete two semesters of a foreign language from the point of placement or completion of 202 level.
Bachelor’s to Master’s Option
BS/MS options are available for students majoring in Psychology who wish to combine their bachelor’s coursework while working toward a Stevenson University Master’s Degree in one of the following:

Gain an Extra Competitive Advantage
Open yourself up to additional career paths with one of our professional minors. Each of Stevenson’s professional minors consists of four courses tied to an in-demand industry or profession.
Psychology News
Dr. George Leary, a Stevenson University faculty member, will present a talk on Despair and Hope: The Psychology of Climate Change.

We are happy to feature Olivia Gooch (’22 Psychology) this week!Olivia is currently in her junior year.

We are proud to feature our alum Sophia Allen (’11 Psychology) this week.Sophia is currently working as a Research Administrator at Johns Hopkins University.
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