Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Biblical — The motto of the department is “Psychology through a Biblical Worldview.” The lordship of Christ reigns over all subject matters in the academe, and psychology is no exception. The knowledge of our being human presides supremely with God. In the study of psychology, the truth of our human conditions and aspirations will be framed by the inerrant and infallible words of life in the Scripture.

Relational and Experiential — A hallmark of our educational process is the mentoring relationships we promote in the Department of Psychology. Faculty, staff, and fellow-students enjoy the fellowship we share as a body of Christ. We engage at a personal and professional level as we prepare students for the next phases of life beyond Cedarville.

Comprehensive and Customizable — You will choose a concentration from the list of eight below. You will also have enough elective hours to add another concentration or a second minor to customize a program that works best for your career goals.

• Addictions and Chemical Dependency
• Child and Family Studies
• Comprehensive Counseling
• Cross-Cultural Psychology
• Health Psychology and Public Health
• Neuropsychology
• Psychological Research
• Occupational Therapy

Research and Scholarship — The psychology faculty will work closely with you to identify your areas of interest and guide you through the investigative process . Many of our students present their research findings at state and national conferences, that showcase their contributions of knowledge to the field, and some also see publications in peer-reviewed journals Annual Research Symposium held on campus each spring is another great opportunity for our majors to showcase their work.

Study Abroad — Our psychology majors successfully participate in a number of exchange programs, from spending a few weeks in summer studies abroad to semester-long studies in places like Ireland, Spain, England, and other countries. There are also short-term missions opportunities sponsored by the University and local churches that allow students to serve in professional and ministry settings. Our psychology majors successfully participate in a number of exchange programs, from spending a few weeks in summer studies abroad to semester-long studies in places like Ireland, Spain England, and other countries. There are also short-term missions opportunities sponsored by the University and local churches that allow students to serve in professional and ministry settings.

Service Learning — All psychology majors will complete at least one internship where they will apply their knowledge in a community service setting. We have connections with agencies in over 40 states and several countries around the world.

Psi Kappa Theta (PKT) — Psi Kappa Theta, Psychology with a Heart for God, is our student organization that provides students with opportunities for learning, socializing, and engaging in community outreach.