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Psychology Department

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Psychology at MSSU

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about the psychology department

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.

Why Earn a Psychology Degree at MSSU?

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.


Psychology Degrees

Careers You Can Pursue

With a bachelor’s in psychology, graduates often enter fields where understanding human behavior, communication, and research skills are valued, such as:

  • Human resources specialist, recruitment or training support roles 
  • Market research or consumer insights assistant 
  • Case manager or client services coordinator in social services
  • Community outreach or nonprofit program assistant
  • Behavioral health support or psychiatric/mental health technician
  • Youth services or rehabilitation aide
  • Academic or career advisor support staff (education settings) 
  • Administrative or operations assistant in business, healthcare, or government
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Contact Us

Dr. Holly Hackett
Chair, Psychology Department
Email: hackett-h@mssu.edu
Phone: 417-625-9315