Traditional Undergraduate Psychology

The Traditional Undergraduate B.A. in Psychology Program helps students learn about how and why human beings act the way they do.

When students graduate from our program they are ready to serve their communities as informed citizens or go on to pursue graduate school opportunities. We prepare students with a curriculum that emphases the breadth and depth of psychological theory, which is aligned to the standards from the American Psychological Association. Additionally, all of our students are required to engage in hands-on learning in either a practicum where students serve in underserved areas of Los Angeles or in research labs doing basic and/or applied research.

Our Mission

The psychology major guides students through scientific methods, theoretical approaches, and practical applications in the study of human behavior and mental processes.  Grounded in the Mount's mission and the liberal arts tradition, the Psychology department is committed to employing innovative and evidence-based teaching to empower individuals to become socially responsible global citizens. With exposure to the basic and applied fields of psychology, students develop, practice, and/or engage in:

• Professional communication skills
• Scientific inquiry and critical thinking
• Ethically solving complex social problems in a diverse world
• Career exploration and preparation
• Leadership development and service in the surrounding communities

Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements

54 Total Units

Knowledge Base Courses

15 units total

One course required in each of the following 5 areas of study: