The Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (PSYC) at CU Boulder provides students with a fundamental understanding of the principles of human cognition, emotion, behavior, social interactions, and mind-brain relationships. The distinguished faculty in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience also teach excellent upper division courses in areas of expertise that include, but are not limited to, behavioral genetics, cognitive neuroscience, cognitive psychology, clinical psychology, child development, women’s health, and judgment and decision making.
The department promotes the understanding of human behavior by equipping students with the skills to evaluate and participate in diverse research programs that produce scientific, evidence–based results. Psychology graduates find rewarding work in a variety of careers including health and medicine, community service, law enforcement, government, education and labor relations. After completing their undergraduate degree many Psychology majors continue on to graduate or professional school and such careers as psychiatry, psychotherapy and school counseling.
Students who begin at a Colorado Community College can transfer directly to CU Boulder to finish their degree in any of the programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences. Please see the CU Boulder College of Arts & Sciences’ Colorado Community College webpage for more information detailed information admissions requirements for students transfering from a Colorado Community College.
To graduate in a 4-year time frame, it is important that students follow the recommended schedule. Students who wish to continue their education at the community college beyond the number of credits specified below should explore with both community college and CU Boulder staff how their graduation timeline, COF stipend, and financial aid will be affected.
This is a suggested guide of coursework only and is subject to change. Always consult with your academic advisor for graduation planning purposes. Depending on a student’s situation, a different plan might be more applicable.
Your community college must offer an Associate of Arts Degree with Designation (DwD) in Psychology to use this transfer guide.
