Bachelor in Psychology

When you major in psychology at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, you’ll learn how people think, how brains work, how behavior changes across the lifespan, how others influence behavior, and how to critically examine evidence. As you study the scientific foundation for understanding behavior, personalize your major by choosing an option that matches your interests, from clinical to neuroscience. Prepare for graduate school or an entry-level career in human services, business, government, or education.

Program Features

Focus and Range

Dive deep into your psychology major while taking a wide variety of courses across all areas in the College of Arts and Sciences. Graduate academically well-rounded and eager to keep learning. Use your collaboration and communication skills to address complex problems and make a positive impact professionally and personally.

1-to-1 Academic Advising and Career Coaching

Along with your faculty, professional academic advisors and career coaches will help you make a one-of-a-kind degree plan. We are focused on your success in Nebraska and after graduation, whether your goal is employment or graduate/professional school.

Tailor the Major to Your Interests

Psychology is a broad academic field. You’ll take a core set of courses, then choose your upper-level electives. By selecting one of three options: Psychological Science, Clinical Science and Human Services, or Psychological Neuroscience, you can tailor the major to your unique interests.

Outside the Classroom

Depending on your major, interests, and goals, you can choose to do research, work as an intern, study abroad, become a leader, or serve your community. The university’s Experiential Learning requirement ensures you have at least one of these transformative learning experiences; students in the College of Arts and Sciences typically complete at least two.

Research

Work alongside a faculty member as a research assistant or design your own research project through the Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) program.

Internships

Explore a wide variety of local, national, and international internships. Connect with our career coaches to identify opportunities and document the skills and experience you gain.

Education Abroad

Join other students in Italy to learn about health psychology or connect with our Global Experiences Office to find an affiliate program in almost any location you can imagine.

Leadership and Service

Get involved in one of the 540+ student organizations available in Nebraska. Meet students who share your interests, become a leader, or serve the community.

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