Psychology (BA)
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Wendy D'Andrea
Director of Undergraduate Studies and Departmental Faculty Advisor, Psychology
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Angel Levy
Assistant Director of Advising, Lang
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Earn a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in the Adult Bachelor's Program, which is open to transfer students, adults, and other nontraditional undergraduates. Study the science of the mind, behavior, and human experience and gain broad knowledge in areas including human development, personality, psychopathology, social and organizational behavior, language and cognition, and neuroscience. The program combines academic study with research training and a senior capstone.
- DegreeBachelor of Arts
- Credits120 (up to 84 transfer credits)
- FormatFull-time or part-time, on campus (some classes available online)
- Start TermFall or Spring
Career Paths
Course offerings at The New School prepare students for graduate study in academic or applied psychology in programs including The New School for Social Research's renowned psychology programs and for psychology-related human service fields, such as social work and counseling.
Lisa Rubin, Lisa Rubin, Associate Professor of PsychologyThe Psychology program introduces students to cutting edge research and contemporary theory in order to understand human thought, emotion, and behavior. Our curriculum emphasizes the importance of culture and context and is uniquely ‘New School’ in situating Psychology within a larger interdisciplinary landscape. Our graduates engage in a range of pursuits including graduate study in Psychology, Social Work, and Organizational Behavior, or working directly in the non-profit and for-profit sectors.
