Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Dixie State University prepares students for careers as case managers, psychiatric technicians, career counselors, and rehabilitation specialists. The program focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Program courses include: principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods. Get more details below including other Utah colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Dixie State University (DSU)

550 E 300 S, Kaysville, UT

Not only is Dixie State University in St. George Utah visually stunning, with its incredible surrounding landscapes, but prospective students will no doubt enjoy its parks, fountains and statues all located on campus. DSU has much to offer, and this includes a quality education at low tuition costs.

DSU offers many programs of study, where students can explore their School of Fine Arts, School of Education, Business and Communication, Humanities, Health Sciences and their School of Science and Technology. At Dixie State, students can pursue their Associate Degree and Bachelors.

In state students can expect to pay just under $9500 for yearly tuition costs; out of state students will pay a little over $19000 per year. Financial aid is available with more than 87% of students receiving aid to attend. Federal grants and scholarships are also available at DSU. DSU also provides student housing at very affordable rates.

DSU is considered a medium sized campus and there are currently over 8500 students enrolled. With several student activities available, including several clubs, sporting activities and even study groups, students who attend DSU will find no shortage of social activity.

Dixie State University provides some of the best on campus resources for its students, providing tutoring, and several student centers that fit the needs of many. This includes a Health and Wellness center, Disability resources center, and a Multicultural center as well.  All of this combined makes Dixie State University an incredible option for consideration.

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Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DSU has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

School Psychologists

Description

Investigate processes of learning and teaching and develop psychological principles and techniques applicable to educational problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, school psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Ogden-Clearfield, UT
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $75460

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Description

Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, industrial-organizational psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.1% from 2014 to 2024

Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists

Description

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, neuropsychologists and clinical neuropsychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.8% from 2014 to 2024

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).