Welcome to the Department of Psychology
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Explore Versatile Psychology Programs for Lasting Impact.
Welcome to the Department of Psychology, where we are dedicated to engaging students and changing lives. Our versatile and applied programs are designed to prepare you for careers in Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Sport Psychology, and other behavioral and mental health fields.
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Need more information about our program or have specific questions? Text the Department of Psychology directly! We’re here to help you with everything from admissions to program details.
Text Us At: 270-721-8539
Please note, this number cannot receive phone calls.
PROGRAMS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
WHY THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY?
High Quality Programs
High quality teaching, training, and advising of students with an emphasis on rigor, pursuit of continual improvement, and preparation for employment or graduate study.
Our Students Are Active Researchers
The Department of Psychology offers many opportunities for students to gain research experience, including the ability to earn course credit for working in a research lab.
Serving the Commonwealth
Applied undergraduate and graduate programs that produce practitioner-scholars prepared
to serve the Commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond.
Research in the Department of Psychology
Our students are active researchers in psychology laboratories and research groups. The Department of Psychology offers many opportunities for students to gain research experience, including the ability to earn course credit for working in a research lab. Previous research experience is NOT necessary!
Scholarship Opportunities & Financial Support
WKU offers generous scholarships that may help you further reduce the cost of the Hilltopper experience.
Vision Statement
Engaging students, changing lives.
Mission Statement
The Department of Psychology is a student-focused and collaborative unit with applied undergraduate and graduate programs that serve the university community and beyond.
The Department of Psychology:
- Provides quality teaching, training, and advising of students with an emphasis on preparation for employment or graduate study.
- Produces applied and basic research that include opportunities for student collaboration.
- Supports a team environment where faculty members collaborate and work together with the goals of advancing our students, faculty, department, university, and profession.
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CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
Gary A. Ransdell Hall, Office 3012
1906 College Heights Blvd. #11030,
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030
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