Explore Our Psychology Programs
Discover Missouri Southern State University’s psychology offerings, including B.A. and B.S. degrees, minors, and certificate programs.
The Psychology Department offers a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, along with minor and certificate options, for students seeking an undergraduate psychology program in Missouri that emphasizes hands-on learning and strong research preparation.
This program is designed for students who want small class sizes, close faculty mentorship, and real-world experience—whether your goal is to enter the workforce after graduation or pursue graduate study in psychology, counseling, education, healthcare, or related fields.
Students complete a structured sequence of research courses that culminates in a semester-long, independent project, with access to high-quality human and animal laboratories throughout the process. In addition to coursework, psychology majors and minors can take advantage of internships, job shadowing, and involvement in Psychology Club or Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology.
Small Classes and Faculty Mentorship
Psychology students at MSSU benefit from small class sizes that allow for personalized instruction and close relationships with faculty. This environment supports deeper learning, individualized feedback, and meaningful mentorship throughout your academic journey.
Research Experience as an Undergraduate
Unlike many undergraduate programs, MSSU emphasizes research early and often. Students complete multiple research-focused courses that prepare them to design, conduct, and present original psychological research.
Real-World Learning Through Internships
Internships and job shadowing opportunities allow students to apply classroom knowledge in professional settings such as healthcare, education, social services, and community organizations.
Discover Missouri Southern State University’s psychology offerings, including B.A. and B.S. degrees, minors, and certificate programs.
A psychology degree is one of the most versatile degrees you can earn. While not every psychology major goes on to become a psychologist, many find careers in fields that value an understanding of human behavior and strong communication skills.
According to the BLS, the median annual wage for psychologists was $94,310 in 2024. Overall employment of psychologists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations.