Psychology

Lincoln University of Missouri offers an affordable, high quality education from faculty who will help you succeed. Our faculty provide dedicated and caring support within small class sizes.

Your psychology degree can lead to engaging careers in fields such as mental health, education, research, business, non-profit organizations and more. You may want to consider promoting the mental health and well-being of others as a therapist, school counselor, or the healthcare field as a patient advocate. A degree in psychology can also lead to a career in forensics, such as a criminal profiler, forensic psychologist or jury consultant.  

Our faculty believe in the power of together and cultivate a culture of academic excellence, preparing students for a lifetime of community contributions.  If you are looking to positively impact your community and learn in a nuturing environment, apply today to explore what we have to offer!

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Major (B.S. or B.A.):
A minimum grade of "C" in PSY 101, 102, 207, 208, 209-L, 300, 303, 400, 404, 475, and nine hours of PSY electives at the upper division (300-400) level. During their final semester before graduation, all majors must take the Senior Exit Exam for psychology during the Lincoln University Assessment week as part of PSY 400, PSY 404, or PSY 475.

* The B.A. also includes a foreign language requirement. 

Minor:
A minimum grade of "C" in 18 credit hours of psychology (PSY) classes, six hours of which must be at the upper division (300-400) level.