With a robust education in scientific psychology–including coursework, personalized instruction and research labs to help develop essential critical thinking and data analysis skills–some of our graduates will apply for advanced psychology studies. Others will use it to succeed in the business world, law school, and many other careers, including, of course, being a professional psychologist. Our Department alumniwork in a wide and interesting range of career settings.
To help pay for your bachelor’s degree or master’s degree, AUM and the College of Sciences offer a number of scholarships. Graduate students can earn money and gain valuable work experience from one of the graduate assistantshipsthat are available on a competitive basis.
The College of Sciences offers students a scientific education to meet the needs of the 21st century, allowing them to compete for a variety of careers in an increasingly complex and evolving world.
For over 100 years, experts in the field of psychology have conducted scientific research to better understand human behavior and mental processes. Your exposure to scientific psychology increases your understanding of yourself, your community, and your culture.
Master of Science in Psychology – Clinical Psychology Track
A master’s degree in psychology prepares students to work in a vast number of career fields. Some of these areas include mental health services, substance abuse services, vocational counseling, marriage and family counseling, education, and the military.
Master of Science in Psychology – Industrial and Organizational Psychology Track
Students in our program can graduate either by completing a practicum, or by successfully completing and defending an original research project (thesis). As such, our program offers two tracks: a thesis track and a practicum track.
