Bachelor of Science Major in Psychology

Explore a wide range of human behavior with a psychology degreeYou can make that passion into a career with a psychology degree at University of the Pacific. The need for specialists is growing in the United States: The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects jobs for psychologists to grow by 7% through 2033. Because this discipline is such a large field, you can pursue your specific interests in fields like behavioral, biological, development or social psychology to better prepare you for a career you’re excited about.Pacific can offer you a thriving community of peers with similar interests, along with diverse courses, fieldwork and internships. Graduates leave Pacific with both research and hands-on experience, giving them a leg up as they enter the workforce or graduate studies.Be inspired by our facultyOur faculty are active contributors to their fields, and one of their most important contributions is teaching and guiding Pacific students. You can always count on their support in achieving your goals. You’ll also have the opportunity to work closely with faculty by researching, publishing and presenting in their areas of expertise.Pursue your interestsPacific’s psychology degree program will train you in the study’s subfields, such as biological, clinical and developmental psychology, and includes courses on cognitive science, statistics and research methods. You’ll also dive into specialized topics including child development, autism, alcohol and drug use, and parenting.Three-year optionWith the right planning, you can earn your bachelor’s degree in just three years. Pacific can help you shave off the final year with the right courseload. That means earning significant savings on tuition and a jumpstart on a career or graduate school.