Psychology
Are you ready to dive into the inner workings of the human mind? Earning a Psychology degree at Simmons University enables students to examine the intricacies of psychology from neurons to mental health.
Why pursue a bachelor’s degree in Psychology?
A Psychology degree from Simmons gives graduates an edge, regardless of their career path. Professionals across all fields benefit from an understanding of the human psyche, what motivates and shapes behavior, and social processes.
Why major in Psychology? Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program survey contemporary approaches to mental health and think critically about human behavior. Simmons’ psychology classes will also teach transferable writing, research and analytical skills. Upon graduation, psychology degree holders are able to apply their expertise to real-world quandaries.
Simmons University also offers a Psychology minor and an online Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology for adult learners. Learn more about the Psychology Department at Simmons.
What classes can you take in the BA in Psychology program?
Students pursuing a Psychology major at Simmons have the opportunity to create a versatile, highly customizable program of study. The Psychology degree consists of thirty-six (36) semester hours and four hours in statistics for a total of forty (40) credit hours.
Psychology major classes include the following five core courses:
- Introduction to Psychological Science
- Introductory Statistics OR Statistical Design and Analysis OR Regression Models
- Biological Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology
- History and Systems of Psychology
View all the Psychology major requirements for our Psychology degree.
Admission requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Students interested in applying to the undergraduate Psychology degree program must submit the following items to be considered for undergraduate admission:
- Completed Application
- High School Transcript
- SAT or ACT Test Scores
- TOEFL Scores (required if English is not your first language)
- College Essay College Transcript (if applicable)
- Two Letters of Recommendation (one teacher, one counselor)
Learn more about Simmons University’s first-year undergraduate application process for Psychology majors, including deadlines and what we look for in an applicant.
What can you do with a Psychology major?
Careers for Psychology majors aren’t limited to psychologists. Due to its versatility, careers in psychology with a bachelor’s degree can be tailored specifically to your passions. Our students are highly valued in all fields, including child development, research, human resources, clinical and counseling psychology, social work, hospital administration, law, public health and graduate studies.
Ultimately, Simmons’ Psychology degree program provides a well-rounded education for students pursuing roles in a wide variety of fields.
Psychology degree careers include:
- Administrative Service Manager
- Behavior Technician
- Career Advisor
- Community Service Manager
- Counselor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Management Analyst
- Market Research Analyst
- Mental Health Technician
- Public Relations Specialist
- Sales Representative or Manager
At Simmons, we believe in cultivating career skills to prepare our students for life’s work. The resources offered by our Career Education Center not only encourage students to unearth and nurture their passions, but to take steps toward turning their aspirations into action. Career coaches, job and internship fairs, and more await you at Simmons.
Learn more about our Psychology degree!
Students that are contemplating a variety of career paths should consider a bachelor’s in Psychology for a degree that provides both breadth and depth of knowledge. We encourage you to request more information about the Psychology major, schedule a campus tour, or find out how to apply today!
Our Faculty
Learn more about our Psychology major faculty
Gregory Feldman
Professor
Amanda Carey
Associate Professor, Chair of Psychology, and Co-Coordinator of Neuroscience Program
Elizabeth Donovan
Associate Professor
Rachel Galli
Adjunct Faculty
Sarah Martin
Professor
John Reeder
Associate Professor
Geoff Turner
Associate Professor
Megan McCarty
Associate Professor
Kelsea Gildawie
Assistant Professor
Spotlight on Psychology Students and Alums
Congratulations to the 2025 SURPASs Scholars
Eight undergraduate scholars from disciplines across Simmons have been selected to join the Summer Undergraduate Research Program at Simmons (SURPASs). SURPASs students receive the necessary funding and mentorship to execute an independent research project of their own design.
Six Students Selected for the 2025 Senior Scholar Award
Ginjer Doherty ’25, Aviva Foster ’25, CJ Haggard ’25, Theo Hatfield ’25, Lili Malatinszky ’25, and Grace Walters ’25 have been selected for the prestigious Senior Scholar Award at Simmons University. Sponsored by the Provost’s Office and the Office of Research and Fellowships, the Senior Scholar Award recognizes outstanding scholarly research across different disciplinary fields.
An Advocate for Women and Children
Esta Soler ’68, ’06HD is the President of Futures Without Violence (FUTURES). Based in San Francisco, Boston, and Washington D.C., this nonprofit organization aims to prevent violence against women and families.
Thriving through Diversity: A Nursing Success Story
The Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program pairs first-generation and other underrepresented nursing student mentees — called Scholars — with experienced Mentors (typically School of Nursing alumnae/i). Sasha DuBois ’08BSN has served as a mentor since the program began in 2009. LaDonna Christian ’16PhD became director of the program in 2010.
Internship Inspires Alumnae/i Career in Healthcare
Dianna Shaw ’92, who majored in psychology and sociology at Simmons, was interviewed by The Bay Magazine about her over 30-year career assisting older adults.
Exercise Science Student Interns at Boston Children's Hospital
Caroline Aspinwall ’24, majoring in Health and Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology, shares details about her internship experience at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Simmons Alums Create “Queer-Led Web Design” Team
We celebrate Pride Month with 2020 graduates KP and Jessie, who run Inkpot Creative, a unique website development company that offers cutting edge website design for photographers, with a focus on inclusivity.
Dr. Stacey Pazar Huth ’87 Shares Family’s Multigenerational History with Simmons
Chemist and biomedical product developer Stacey Pazar Huth ’87 is a leading woman in medical diagnostics and research and development. Her connection to Simmons also involves her father, who helped build the campus, and her daughter, a current nursing major. We spoke with Huth about her Simmons journey, the gender bias in STEM, and her understanding of legacy.