2005-2006 Course Planning Sheet
Bachelor of Science in Psychology

The Bachelor of Science degree is generally recommended for those interested in pursuing graduate school in psychology, or anyone who prefers taking math/science courses over foreign language as part of their general education requirements.

A minimum of 32 credits of psychology courses are required for the degree, except for some individuals with a second science major.  No more than 48 credits of psychology may be counted toward the overall total of 124 credits required for graduation.

In addition to the requirements outlined below, you must complete all general education requirements, and also one of the following:
A science minor, e.g. biology
A Liberal Arts Business minor
A second major, either science or non-science
A psychology major of at least 40 credits.

Below is a chart which gives requirements in different areas.  The chart includes a listing of the semesters that courses are typically offered, but you should be aware that this changes from time to time and is only given as a general guide.  Consult your advisor, the catalog and time schedule as you make choices.

I. Core Courses (normally offered every semester): minimum 9 credits

Taken in the Freshman and Sophomore Year
   All are required except 111, which is needed to use PSY 110 for gen ed science credit

II.  Supporting Courses: usually 8 credits

Best taken in the Sophomore or Junior Year
     BIO 151 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I) is especially recommended
     For the math anxious, MATH 124 (Finite Math) is especially recommended

III.  Experimental Courses (normally offered yearly or biyearly): minimum 8 credits

Taken in the Sophomore, Junior and Senior Year
Must take at least two courses, both with a lab component
You must take the lecture section of the course in order to take the lab section ompletion of core psychology courses is a prerequisite for enrolling in lab sections

IV. Personality and Social Courses (most offered yearly or biyearly): minimum 3 credits

     Usually taken in the Sophomore, Junior and Senior Year
     Must take at least one course from this group.

IV. Clinical/Applied Courses (frequency of offering varies):  minimum 3 credits

    Usually taken in the Sophomore, Junior and Senior Year
     Must take at least one course from this group.

V. Capstone Courses (offered every semester or yearly): recommended, not required

     Taken in the Junior or Senior Year
     All are recommended as graduate school preparation.