What is the relationship between mind and body? What drives human behavior — and how can understanding it change the way we live, work, and connect? At FSC, you don't just read about those questions. You investigate them.
Psychology is both an academic and an applied field, and at FSC, what you learn in the classroom comes to life through research, internships, and real-world experience.
Whether you pursue a BA or BS in Psychology, your degree will equip you to critically examine all aspects of human behavior across diverse settings and industries. Through collaborative research with faculty, hands-on lab work, and internship experiences embedded throughout the curriculum, you will gain a deeper insight into the complexities of the human mind — and the dimensions of thought, emotion, and behavior that shape every interaction, every organization, and every life.
This interdisciplinary degree develops your skill set in technical literacy, critical thinking, and effective communication, preparing you for success in your industry of choice or, if you choose to continue your studies, in graduate, medical, or law school.
FSC Psychology graduates go on to graduate school, law school, medical school, careers in healthcare, human resources, education, and research, and everything in between. Here is what prepares them.
Every FSC Psychology graduate is employed or in graduate school within six months, with alumni continuing on to programs at institutions including Emory University.
Intern with more than 40 Central Florida organizations, from behavioral therapy centers and counseling practices to hospitals, law offices, and police departments.
Earn your bachelor's and a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology in just five years, preparing you for careers in HR, training, and consulting.
Join faculty research projects from your first year, with opportunities to present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals before you graduate.
A research-driven, faculty-mentored program that develops the analytical skills, practical experience, and professional connections psychology graduates need, whether they are heading to graduate school, the workforce, or somewhere in between.
All freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy. Submit:
If transferring fewer than 24 credits, also include your official high school transcript and SAT/ACT scores.
Learn More about transfer admissionsFSC's Psychology curriculum takes a deeper look into the structure and functions of the human brain, the social and cultural forces that shape behavior, and the research methods that help us understand both. You'll study cognition, neuroscience, human development, social psychology, abnormal behavior, research design, and statistics, developing the analytical and communication skills that graduate programs and employers across fields value.
Psychology at FSC is both an applied and academic experience. Lab work and collaborative research with faculty are built into the curriculum from the start. Study abroad opportunities take students to Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Oceania to develop a cross-cultural understanding of human behavior.
BA vs. BS: The BS in Psychology places greater emphasis on science and mathematics coursework and is the stronger foundation for students planning research-intensive graduate programs or pre-health tracks. The BA offers broader elective flexibility for students combining Psychology with another discipline, such as criminology, communication, or business.
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Concentration: Interested in how people think, work, and lead within organizations? The I/O Psychology concentration focuses your studies on behavior in the workplace through courses in industrial/organizational psychology, social psychology, personality, and tests and measurements or advanced research design. It's an ideal path for students interested in human resources, management, organizational consulting, or graduate study in I/O psychology, including FSC's own Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
The BA and BS in Psychology are both 124-credit-hour degrees built around a core in psychological science, research methods, and applied human behavior.
| A. WRIGHT Foundations Requirements | 34 hours | |
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| B. Major Requirements | 52 hours | |
| MAT 2022 OR MAT 2032 |
Elementary Statistics OR Biostatistics |
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| PSY 1106 | Psychology and the Social World | |
| PSY 1110 | Psychology and the Natural World | |
| PSY 3310 | Research Design and Statistics | |
| PSY 4450 OR PSY 4960/4961 |
Research Practicum OR Internship in Psychology |
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| PSY 4999 | Capstone Seminar | |
| Eight hours of PSY electives | ||
| One course selected from the natural sciences group: | ||
| PSY 2220 | Sensation and Perception | |
| PSY 3305 | Learning/Behavioral Psychology | |
| PSY 3309 | Behavioral Neuroscience | |
| PSY 3330 | Human Sexuality | |
| Choose 16 hours from either: | ||
| Industrial/Organizational Psychology Concentration | ||
| PSY/SOC 2206 | Social Psychology | |
| PSY 3314 | Psychology of Personality | |
| PSY 3336 | Industrial/Organizational Psychology | |
| PSY 2210 OR PSY 4460 |
Tests and Measurements OR Advanced Research Design Analysis |
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| OR | ||
| Psychology Electives (no concentration), subject to the distribution below | ||
| One course selected from the social-cognitive group: | ||
| PSY/SOC 2206 | Social Psychology | |
| PSY 2209 | Developmental Psychology | |
| PSY 3314 | Psychology of Personality | |
| PSY 3315 | Cognitive Psychology | |
| Three courses selected from the applied and professional development group: | ||
| PSY 2210 | Tests and Measurements | |
| PSY 2214 | Abnormal Psychology | |
| PSY 3300 | Clinical/Counseling Psychology | |
| PSY 3301 | Special Topics in Psychology | |
| PSY 3325 | Positive Psychology | |
| PSY 3336 | Industrial/Organizational Psychology | |
| PSY 3370 | Trauma and Recovery | |
| PSY/CRM 3380 | Professional Development in the Social and Behavioral Sciences | |
| PSY 4410 | Psychology and Law | |
| PSY 4460 | Advanced Research Design Analysis | |
| C. Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements | 20 hours | |
| OR | ||
| D. Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements | 12 hours | |
| E. Electives | 18–26 hours | |
| F. Total | 124 hours | |
Minor Requirements - 20 hours
The Psychology Minor is open to students in any major. It is a strong complement to degrees in criminology, communication, business, exercise science, nursing, and education — any field where understanding human behavior and motivation is a professional asset.
Psychology students at FSC are part of an intellectually curious and professionally connected community. Get involved with:
At FSC, faculty invite students to engage in collaborative research from their very first year. Research projects take a deeper look at human and nonhuman behavior, and students take part in every aspect of the process, from designing studies to analyzing data to presenting findings.
Each year, FSC Psychology students present their research at the Southeastern Psychological Association Conference, the Florida Undergraduate Research Conference, and the American Psychology-Law Society Conference. Three students were also selected as Florida Fellows at the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience Symposium, one of the nation's most prestigious neuroscience gatherings. Student research has been presented at regional, national, and international conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals, building professional credentials that most students don't earn until graduate school.
Psychology is both an applied and an academic field, and FSC ensures students have opportunities to apply what they learn. The program partners with more than 40 organizations across Central Florida, spanning:
Whether your goal is clinical, organizational, educational, or research-oriented, FSC’s internship network gives you the professional experience and references that graduate programs and employers look for.
A Psychology degree from FSC prepares graduates for careers across healthcare, education, business, human resources, research, and the legal system — and for graduate programs across an equally broad range of fields. Within six months of graduating, 100% of FSC Psychology students are employed or in graduate school.
FSC Psychology graduates have been accepted into MA, MS, PsyD, and doctoral programs at prestigious institutions, including Emory University. The research experience, faculty mentorship, and strong academic preparation that FSC provides make graduates competitive applicants to programs in clinical psychology, counseling, neuroscience, I/O psychology, and related fields.
The 4+1 MSIO pathway allows FSC Psychology majors to earn a master’s degree in I/O Psychology in just five years, entering careers in human resources, organizational development, training and development, and consulting — with a median income of over $92,000 in Florida. MSIO graduates have interned with Publix, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Collins Aerospace.
Psychology is one of the strongest pre-health foundations available — providing the behavioral science, research methods, and interpersonal skills that medical, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant programs all value. FSC’s pre-professional advising and Pre-Professional Program (P3) provide additional support for Psychology students on pre-health tracks.
Psychology is a strong preparation for law school and careers at the intersection of behavior and the legal system — forensic psychology, victim advocacy, policy research, and juvenile justice. The combination of Psychology and Criminology at FSC is particularly powerful for students drawn to these fields.
Psychology graduates pursue careers as school counselors, social workers, behavioral therapists, educational psychologists, and applied behavioral analysts. FSC’s 40+ internship partners include schools, counseling organizations, and applied behavior analysis centers — providing the direct client exposure these career paths require.
Psychology's scope extends beyond the human mind. The principles of learning and behavior you'll study at FSC are the foundation of careers in animal training, behavioral research, and animal care. Students drawn to these fields can pair Psychology with a Marine Biology or Biology major or minor, building expertise in both behavior and the life sciences, and preparing for graduate study or careers with zoos, aquariums, and marine research organizations.
For Psychology students who want to deepen their understanding of the biological foundations of behavior, the Neuroscience minor is a natural complement. The minor explores the structure and function of the nervous system, the neural mechanisms underlying behavior, and the research methods neuroscientists use to study the brain.
Industrial and Organizational Psychology is ranked among the Top 2 Best Science Jobs by U.S. News and World Report, and FSC Psychology majors have a direct pathway to it.
The 4+1 MSIO program allows FSC Psychology students to begin graduate coursework as early as their junior year and complete both a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology in just five years. Graduates pursue careers in human resources, training and development, organizational consulting, and a range of other applied settings, with a median income of over $92,000 in Florida for I/O psychologists with a master’s degree.
"My outstanding professors are by far the greatest part about being a Psychology major at Florida Southern College. The department is full of attentive, accomplished, and detail-oriented professors who prioritize comprehensive instruction and students getting the most from their educational experiences. They are some of the kindest and most dedicated people I have ever encountered!"
"I love the faculty in my major, and how they pay such special attention to each and every one of their students — even allowing us to start participating in research as early as freshman year!"
“There are a lot of opportunities for independent research in psychology — from courses such as Research Design and Statistics, Research Practicum, and numerous critical thinking classes. Faculty help you execute your ideas; through their mentorship, you understand the nuances behind a subject area, and how to contribute to the growing body of research.”
“My favorite thing about both of my majors is how thoughtful and dedicated the professors are. Throughout my time as an undergraduate, my professors have helped me navigate the process of presenting at conferences, applying for extensive scholarships, and just being available to talk when I needed advice.”
From faculty-mentored research in your first semester to internships with partner organizations across Central Florida to study abroad opportunities across four continents to conference presentations, FSC Psychology students are always in the work. Every research project, every internship, and every conference builds the professional profile that careers in psychology demand.
Meet the educators who will shape the psychologist you become.
Professor of Psychology, Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Associate Professor of Psychology
Professor of Psychology
MSIO Director, Assistant Professor of Psychology
Visiting Professor of Psychology
A great deal. FSC Psychology graduates pursue careers in counseling and social work, industrial and organizational psychology, human resources, healthcare, education, law, behavioral therapy, animal training, and research. The degree is also strong preparation for graduate school in psychology, law school, medical school, and a range of other professional programs.
Both degrees share the same Psychology core. The BS emphasizes additional science and mathematics coursework, providing a stronger foundation for students planning to pursue research-intensive graduate programs or pre-health tracks. The BA offers broader elective flexibility for students combining Psychology with another discipline, such as criminology, communication, or business.
The I/O Psychology concentration focuses your Psychology major on behavior in the workplace, with courses in industrial/organizational psychology, social psychology, personality, and tests and measurements or advanced research design. It's an ideal path for students interested in human resources, management, or consulting, and strong preparation for FSC's 4+1 Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
The 4+1 Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology lets FSC Psychology majors earn both a bachelor's and a master's degree in five years. Students apply during their junior year with a minimum 3.0 GPA and begin graduate coursework as seniors. I/O psychologists with a master's degree earn a median income of more than $92,000 in Florida.
Yes to both. Psychology provides the behavioral science, research methods, and analytical foundations that both medical school and law school value. The MCAT has a dedicated section on psychology and sociology, and FSC Psychology alumni have gone on to medical school and law school. FSC’s Pre-Professional Program (P3) provides additional advising support for Psychology students on pre-health tracks.
Yes — from their very first year. Faculty actively invite students to participate in collaborative research projects beginning in freshman year. Research findings have been presented at regional and international conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals. Three FSC Psychology students were selected as Florida Fellows at the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience Symposium.
The Neuroscience Minor is a natural complement to the Psychology major for students interested in the biological foundations of behavior — covering the structure and function of the nervous system and the neural mechanisms underlying thought, emotion, and behavior. It is particularly relevant for students planning to pursue careers in neuroscience, clinical psychology, neurology, or cognitive science research.
Psi Chi is the international honor society in psychology, recognizing academic excellence and providing professional development opportunities for top students. FSC has an active Psi Chi chapter that hosts speakers, networking events, and community engagement activities throughout the year.
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Professor of Psychology, Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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