Central to Using Insight for Impact.
CCSU's BA in Psychological Science prepares graduates for several career paths by helping them develop a solid knowledge base in psychological science, scientific inquiry and critical thinking skills, communication skills, sociocultural and international awareness, ethical and social responsibility, and applied knowledge in professional settings.
Students are equipped to pursue civic engagement, employment, and/or advanced degrees. The program facilitates life-long learning among students of diverse backgrounds.
Program Features
Engaged, diverse faculty with backgrounds in clinical and counseling, social, cognitive, developmental, experimental, industrial-organizational, etc.
Small class sizes
In-house peer tutoring
Ability to be part of a research team with opportunities to gain research experience and publish
Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab
Accelerated program enables students to earn a BA and MA in 5 years
Minors in Gerontology and Peace Studies
Internship opportunities
Financial aid and scholarships available
Free on-campus child care available
Learning Outcomes
Identify, describe, and apply key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology.
Interpret, design, and conduct basic and applied research.
Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills in various formats and for various purposes.
Examine theories, philosophies, research, and cultures from diverse standpoints including those that do not represent mainstream western perspectives.
Apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice and adopt values that build community at local, national, and global levels
Identify and develop skills and experiences relevant to achieving selected career goals.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
Expected November 2025
Start date
January 2025
Carol A. Ammon College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Willard-DiLoreto Hall D303,
NEW BRITAIN,
Connecticut,
06050, United States
Applicants must have successfully completed secondary education.
English language proficiency requirement
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Information on the TOEFL may be obtained from Educational Testing Services. The three versions of the TOEFL that a prospective student may take are listed here with minimum acceptable scores:
The International English Language Testing System Exam (IELTS) is also accepted. A minimum band score of 6.5 is required for admissions consideration.
Duolingo English Test (DET) - minimum score of 95
Application deadline: International students should apply by April 1 for the fall semester and November 1 for the spring semester.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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