The psychology program at Coastal Carolina University (CCU) enrolls approximately 300 majors in classes ranging from 20 to 50 students, allowing for individual attention. The program provides a solid foundation in research methods, statistics, and core areas of psychology. Students can earn either a B.A. or B.S. degree by completing 36 credit hours of approved coursework. Active student organizations like Psi Chi honor society and the Psychology Club offer opportunities for involvement in the field. Many psychology graduates pursue careers in mental health or further education in graduate school.

1. by: Taylor Maglin

2. The FactsCCU enrolls approximatly 300 majorsClasses ranging from 20 to 50 studentsIndividual attention is available to all studentsundergraduate degree programs provide students with a solid background in the traditional areas of psychology

3. Psychology as a Major at CCUOffers students a thorough foundation in research design/ methodology and statisticsPsychology majors will be exposed to experimental psychology, developmental and social psychology, and areas in clinical assessmentThe psychology department offers both B.A. and B.S. degrees36 credit hours in approved course work is required to complete the major

4. OrganizationsPSI CHI - National Honor Society in PsychologyCCU Chapter of Psi Chi has been active since 1990Open to Psychology Majors or Minors and who have maintained a grade-point average of 3.0 or higherPSYCHOLOGY CLUB - student-run social organization open to all students with an interest in Psychologysponsors fund raisers for local organizations, invites speakers to campus, and arranges trips to local and regional psychology conferencesactive since 1993

5. FacultyDr. Bernard AlbiniakDr. Jonathan GulledgeDr. William E. HillsDr. JongHan KimDr. William B. KingDr. Megan McIlreavyDr. Linda PalmDr. Terry F. PettijohnIIDr. Joan PirochDr. Kerry A. Schwanz

6. After CCUPsychology majors often seek employment with mental health and social service agenciesmany psychology majors also pursue graduate degrees to prepare for careers in teaching, research, counseling, and consulting.

7. End PointsPsychology isn’t for everyone, but if it appeals to you purse it For more information on the major, visit http://www.coastal.edu/psychology/index.html

8. Works Citiedhttp://www.coastal.edu/psychology/index.htmlhttp://www.coastal.edu/psychology/programs.htmlhttp://www.coastal.edu/psychology/faculty.htmlhttp://www.coastal.edu/psychology/clubs.html