Undergraduate Studies in Psychology

Overview The undergraduate program in psychology at the University Albany prepares students for careers and graduate study in psychology or related professions, such as social work, public health, and education. The undergraduate curriculum for psychology majors emphasizes scientific and statistical reasoning skills that will help students in a variety of applied and basic research settings. Although many of our majors pursue graduate study in psychology, the psychology major is also a popular choice for students interested in a general liberal arts education and those seeking careers in law and/or business.

Announcements The psychology advisement office can now be reached via email at psyadvof@albany.edu. Please note that AVN appointments CANNOT be made via email! Attention Declared Psychology Majors: AVN appointments for Summer and Fall 2007 start March 12th. Please make an appointment at: albanyadvising.experimentrak.net. If you have trouble logging in, please email the office at psyadvof@albany.edu. Please include your name, preferred email, and student ID# in the email. The Advisement Center in Psychology Social Science 370 Phone: 442-4865; email: psyadvof@albany.edu Academic advisement for declared psychology majors is handled through the Psychology Undergraduate Advisement Office, located in Social Sciences 370. The Advisement Office is directed by Distinguished Teaching Professor Dr. Robert Rosellini and is staffed by doctoral students who have been trained as advisors. Students receive advice and information regarding the curriculum required for a bachelor's degree in psychology. Advisors meet with students and go over their audits and offer suggestions for courses to complete requirements in the major. Students can also find information on graduate programs in psychology and career possibilities. Before seeking out the advisement office, check the Frequently Asked Questions link. Spring 2007 Office Hours (SS370): Monday 8:30 am – 12:30 pm   1:00 pm - 5:00 pm     Tuesday 9 am – 5 pm     Wednesday 9 am – 5 pm     Thursday 9 am – 5 pm     Undergraduate Curriculum This section is designed for students who want more information about courses and requirements related to the psychology major. Undergraduate Curriculum in Psychology Undergraduate Bulletin in Psychology The Honors Program The honors program in psychology is a way for exceptional students to gained advanced research training and experience in psychology. Honors Program in Psychology See Undergraduate Forms and Handouts Research Opportunities Psychology is a science. The Department of Psychology has an active faculty across five specialty areas: biopsychology, clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, and social-personality psychology. The faculty work closely with undergraduate and graduate students in all facets of research. Research Opportunities for Undergraduates in Psychology Research Specializations in Psychology Advisement Forms & Related Handouts This section contains forms that are designed to help students naviagate their studies in psychology. Also included here are handouts and materials for students interested in graduate study and careers in psychology. Psychology Advisement Forms APA Guide to Graduate School Admissions Psi Chi -- National Honor Society in Psychology Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in Psychology, founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology. Membership is open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who are making the study of psychology one of their major interests, and who meet the minimum qualifications. Psi Chi is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies and is an affiliate of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the American Psychological Society (APS). Psi Chi's sister honor society is Psi Beta, the national honor society in psychology for community and junior colleges. The Albany Chapter of Psi Chi Psi Chi National Organization Relevant Links General Education Requirements Undergraduate Bulletin Office of Admissions American Psychological Association Student Page