Welcome to our Undergraduate Program Psychology is one of the most popular majors at UGA with over 1600 undergraduate students in the major. The Psychology major provides a strong background in psychological theory and research within the context of a liberal arts education. The program offers classes and research opportunities to study a wide range of issues including but not limited to clinical psychological problems and disorders, child development, self-esteem, social function, sensation & perception, memory, neuroscience, workplace violence, prejudice, health psychology, and even cognition in primates. Many students pursue graduate education to prepare for careers in clinical practice, counseling and therapy, psychiatry, academia, and research. Opportunities with a bachelor’s degree include jobs in industry, mental health, government, human resources, and other organizational settings. Students listen to John Achee lecture during a psychology class The Psychology major is relatively small in terms of required major courses compared to other majors. This means that the Psychology major is an excellent second major option. If students do not wish to double major, they can take extra elective courses or choose a minor or certificate program. Program Information and Resources Major Degrees Detailed information about undergraduate degrees How to Apply Double Dawgs Learn more about earning both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in five years Undergraduate Course Schedules See all course descriptions and up to date course schedules Advisement Contacts for Undergraduate advisement Syllabi Access syllabi for current and past Psychology courses Internship Learn more about the UGA Psychology Clinic Undergraduate Internship Psychology Undergraduate Mentoring Program (PUMP)Promotes opportunities for undergraduates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to receive mentoring in the field of psychology Departmental Awards The Department of Psychology is seeking candidates for undergraduate awards for this academic year Psi Chi Psi Chi is the International Honor Society in Psychology Careers Several career academic, private, and public pathway resources Resources Undergraduate resources are available here
