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Go beyond theories about why people think, feel and act as they do. At EIU, you will learn to test those questions with evidence through faculty-mentored research, applied internships and a broad curriculum spanning brain, behavior, development, cognition and society.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person / Fully Online
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 39 in Major
Careers
Neuropsychologists, Clinical, Psychologists, Assistants

Why Study Psychology at EIU?

  • Learn psychology as a science and an applied field, with a curriculum spanning brain, behavior, cognition, development and social life
  • Move from learning research methods to assisting with faculty projects or developing an investigation of your own
  • Gain practical experience through supervised internships in human services, human resources, schools, criminal justice and other settings
  • Work closely with doctoral faculty whose research covers topics from memory and brain health to social anxiety, assessment and school partnerships
  • Join a department where 88% of surveyed graduates were employed or pursuing further education within one year of completing the program
"My mom attended EIU and received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology. I recall being connected to EIU as a child after hearing the stories of my mom and grandma's experiences at EIU. I feel comfortable at EIU and I know it is my educational home for the next four years."
Jenna Hougham
Psychology | Class of 2029
Jenna Hougham, Psychology at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Assist faculty with literature reviews, data collection, data entry and analysis, or conduct a student-led research project under faculty guidance
  • Complete a 135-hour internship with dual supervision from an EIU faculty member and a professional at the placement site
  • Present, write and think critically about original psychological research through the senior capstone experience
  • Connect with peers and faculty through Psychology Club and, if eligible, Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology
  • Explore human behavior and culture through psychology study-abroad coursework when offered
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Hands-On Experience, Psychology students at EIU

What You'll Learn

EIU's Psychology B.A. approaches psychology as a natural science, a social science and a profession. It is a strong fit for students who are curious about people, willing to question assumptions and interested in using evidence to understand behavior, emotion and thought.

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$49,478
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Neuropsychologists
  • Clinical & Counseling Psychologists
  • Social Science Research Assistants
  • Industrial-Organizational…
  • Clinical Neuropsychologists
  • Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Investigative

Connect With Us

Dr. John Mace
Professor, Chair
jhmace@eiu.edu
1151 Physical Science
217-581-7467
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Dr. Jeff Stowell
Professor
jrstowell@eiu.edu
1055 Physical Science
217-581-2279
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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