Faculty members spearhead departmental research groups, welcoming all students to explore research opportunities spanning from parent-child psychology to the impact of digital media.
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Psychology (New York City)
Explore the Mind through a Global Lens
Our Psychology Department and degree programs value and celebrate diversity in students and faculty, offering profound learning experiences and research opportunities that transcend boundaries and foster global perspectives.
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Degree Programs, Combined Degrees, and Minors
Even as some of the largest majors, our degree programs offer valuable insights into human behavior and prioritize individualized mentoring and support to help you succeed.
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Graduate and Doctoral Degree Programs
Our psychology graduate and doctoral degree programs provide advanced training and research opportunities for students seeking to specialize and excel in various areas of psychological study.
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Important Data
The PsyD program in School-Clinical Psychology requires 111 credits of study, a Qualifying Examination after the first year, a Comprehensive Examination typically during the third year, a School and Clinical Child Psychology distributed internship typically in the third and fourth years, a full-time internship typically in the fifth year, and a doctoral project. Details about specific deadlines and the distributed internships are in the department’s Graduate Catalog.
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The McShane Center
As the training clinic for our well-established psychology training programs accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Center aims to remove barriers to care by providing high-quality, evidence-based treatments at an affordable rate to meet the needs of all community members.
Enriching Opportunities
Throughout many of our Psychology courses, you'll gain hands-on experience and knowledge through immersive real-world training, research conferences, internships, and more.
Beyond the research opportunities embedded in the curriculum, you'll have the chance to engage with the Psychology Club and Psi Chi Honors Society, both offering valuable professional experiences.
Peek into the Psyche
Explore how our dedicated faculty, students, and alumni are advancing the field and making a meaningful impact on society.
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Dive into the Depths of Human Behavior
Empower your mind and embark on a transformative academic journey at Pace!