Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Behavioral Neuroscience

Program objectives for a degree in Psychology with a Cognitive Science Concentration are: (a) describe the nature of psychology and behavioral neuroscience as disciplines; (b) use the concepts, language, and major theories of the disciplines to account for psychological phenomena; (c) demonstrate knowledge and understanding representing appropriate breadth and depth in psychology and behavioral neuroscience; (d) critique, design, and conduct basic studies in psychology and behavioral neuroscience using appropriate research methods; (e) generalize conclusions from research in psychology and behavioral neuroscience; (f) recognize the necessity for ethical behavior and follow the APA Code of Ethics in the design, data collection, interpretation, and reporting of research in psychology and behavioral neuroscience; (g) use critical thinking and reasoning to effectively recognize, develop, defend, and criticize arguments and other persuasive appeals; (h) describe major applied areas of psychology (e.g., clinical, counseling, industrialorganizational, school, health); (i) utilize appropriate applications of psychology and behavioral neuroscience in solving problems; (j) articulate how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues and inform public policy; (k) recognize and understand the importance of academic integrity; (l) recognize and respect human diversity and understand that psychological explanations may vary across populations and contexts; (m) understand the limitations of psychological knowledge and skills.

All students, both freshmen and transfer, must apply online for admission as an undergraduate student.

• Freshman admission is competitive and based upon a comprehensive review of the student’s academic record. The primary factors include the high school/secondary grade point average and demonstrated English proficiency.
• Transfer admission is competitive and based upon the cumulative grade point average of all previously attended colleges/universities (international and domestic) and must be at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale for consideration. Demonstrated English proficiency is also required of all international applicants.

Applicants should upload a copy of their unofficial international transcript or marks sheet (high school/secondary or college/university) using our secure document upload system.

All international transfer applicants must have their international documents evaluated by a US credentialing agency that holds membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

English proficiency may be satisfied two ways:

A minimum score or greater on any of the following English language tests:

• TOEFL - 61 on the internet-based test or 500 on the paper/pencil test
• IELTS - 6
• PTE - 50
• DUOLINGO - 95