By understanding the issues in contemporary psychology, students will be able to recognize and apply psychological knowledge in order to provide solutions to real-world problems.
As psychologists, we know that what makes a program outstanding are its people – students, faculty, and staff alike – and the experiences they create. The common denominators among our faculty are a love of Psychology, excellence in teaching and scholarship, an approachable and supportive advising style, and an unwavering commitment to student success.
Rider’s Psychology program is designed to meet the needs of various types of students and to develop a broad understanding of the many topic areas within psychology. The program is committed to helping students understand and appreciate both the scientific foundations and human service aspects of the field of psychology.
The psychology major is designed to meet the needs of various types of students and to develop a broad understanding of the many topic areas within the field of psychology.
The program is committed to helping students understand and appreciate both the scientific foundations and human service aspects of the field of psychology; develop and apply oral, written, analytical, and critical-thinking skills applied to psychological issues, questions, and problems; understand issues in contemporary psychology and recognize and apply psychological knowledge in order to provide solutions to real-world problems and develop both interpersonal and intrapersonal knowledge through academic experiences and extra-curricular activities.
The program is designed to foster self-awareness and personal growth, the development of leadership skills, and a respect and understanding for human development and human diversity.
Honors Program in Psychology
A student may receive honors in psychology by fulfilling the following conditions beyond the basic requirements for the psychology major: complete one Independent Research and Study project (490); earn a cumulative average of 3.25 and an average of 3.5 in psychology at the time of graduation.