Welcome to the University of Mary Washington Department of Psychological Science!
Our department is made up of faculty who are award-winning teachers and researchers, passionate students, and amazing staff. Below are just a few of the amazing things we are doing and the beautiful spaces in Mercer Hall where we work.
What We Do
- Award-winning Teaching – With small classes, no teaching assistant instructors, and personalized attention, UMW’s Psychology education is second to none.
- Nationally-recognized Research – Students and faculty work together on cutting-edge research in a range of areas in psychology and across disciplines.
- UMW offers many experiential learning opportunities! You can learn more here about the steps to obtain an internship in psychology, NECC and UMW Cooperative Learning Program, and Community service learning. You can find more information and how to apply to these on the out-of-class experiences pages.
Where We Work: Renovated Mercer Hall
- Classrooms
- Laboratories
- Collaboration spaces
- Formal and informal student spaces
Opportunities to Get Involved
- Department Representatives – Students are elected as representatives so that students’ voices are heard on major decisions we make.
- Department Jobs – There are job opportunities within the department for students with a range of skills and interests!
- Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology – Our chapter of the Psychology honor society has been named the national chapter of the year twice!
Psychology Major and Neuroscience Minor Information
- Psychology Major and Neuroscience Minor Requirements
- VCCS Transfer and AP/IB/Cambridge credits
- Psychology Program Brochure
What can I do with a degree in Psychology?
Psychology majors are uniquely poised to enter a wide variety of professions after they graduate with a bachelor’s degree. Many students pursue a career within the field, some pursue a master’s or doctoral degree to obtain additional knowledge and skills. However, the majority of students who earn their bachelor’s degree choose to enter into a profession other than psychology, but one that makes good use of the skills and knowledge they acquired as a psychology major. Go here for information on careers capitalizing on a psychology education: After-Graduation Guidebook to Non-Psych Jobs
Our majors engage in careers both within and outside of Psychology, including:
- Therapy
- Social Work
- Teaching
- Government Contracting
- Human Resources
For more job possibilities with a psychology education, see this list: What can I do with a degree in Psychology?
Questions?
- Check out our FAQ for Future Students
- View our welcome video
- Meet Dr. Dave Kolar who recorded a Q&A with prospective students
- Email our department chair, Dr. Miram Liss (mliss@umw.edu), or any of the Psychology Department faculty