Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota 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 Minnesota colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota

Also known as Saint John's

2850 Abbey Plaza, Collegeville, MN

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Winona, Minnesota, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. About 6,100 students enroll at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Family And Consumer Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to SMU. Scores within the range of 20 to 25 on the ACT or 870 to 1120 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. 72% of those students that apply are accepted to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, of which 32 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at smumn.edu.

Tuition is approximately $30,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,400. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

Athletic programs are available at SMU through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to learn more about this school can check out their website at http://www.smumn.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Saint John's offers a bachelor's degree program in psychology.

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

• St. Cloud, MN
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $77250

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).