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The strength of Lycoming’s psychology program lies within the vast breadth of opportunities provided to students. The wide variety of coursework offered allows students to explore specific interests and enrich their knowledge of psychological research. The major is empirically-based with exposure to research opportunities beginning in the introductory courses. Students are trained in both theoretical and applied psychology in addition to the focus on the scientific approach. Lycoming is one of only 5 percent of colleges nationwide that offer a lab section with the Introductory Psychology class. Students are also able to expand their horizons through community service experiences with the Psychology Club, study abroad courses, and various placements in internships and practicums in the Williamsport community. Low student-to-faculty ratios and discussion-based learning promotes the engagement and ambition necessary for students to succeed in careers within the field of psychology. Student Opportunities: Compete for a summer research grant or the Haberberger Fellowship in support of research alongside faculty members. Design and submit independent research projects for presentation at local and regional conferences. Gain teaching experience as a laboratory assistant, a tutor, or a teaching assistant. Engage in faculty-led research, which can lead to publication. Join Psychology Club or be inducted into Psi Chi, the national psychology honors society. Take a May Term travel course to study abroad in countries such as Ireland or Italy. Participate in an internship with employers such as Crossroads Counseling, Lycoming Therapeutic Services, State and Federal Prisons, Ashler Manor, or Clear Vision. Graduate Outcomes: A psychology major, combined with liberal arts and sciences education, prepares them for a variety of careers, such as school counseling, school psychology, education, human resources, clinical practices and more. Below are some of the places they have found employment and the schools their graduates have been admitted to for master’s and doctoral programs in clinical psychology, developmental psychology, and social psychology. Abuse & Rape Crisis Center American Psychological Association Johns Hopkins Central Bucks School District Department of Corrections Duke University Medical Center Federal Bureau of Prisons United States Investigation Services University of Massachusetts Medical School/Worcester State Hospital Youth Advocacy Programs Ohio University Towson University University of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University SUNY Buffalo Marywood University Evolve IP
