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Psychology Degrees
The psychology program at Spelman College 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 Georgia colleges that offer psychology degrees.
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Spelman College
812 Lambert Dr., Atlanta, GA
Spelman College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Atlanta, GA. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Nearly two thousand students enroll at Spelman College yearly.
Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
- Social Sciences
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Spelman College. Scores between 20 - 24 on the ACT or 940 - 1110 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for admission. Spelman College admits approximately 40% of students applying. Of those students admitted, around 27% enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at spelman.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $26,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Some students at Spelman College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.
The Spelman College Jaguars participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization.
To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.spelman.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Spelman College offers a bachelor's degree program in psychology.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 60 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
Black | 58 |
Hispanic | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Psychology program at Spelman College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $37.61
- Average Annual Salary: $78230
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
Salary & Wages
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
- Total Employment: 130
- Average Hourly Rate: $41.88
- Average Annual Salary: $87110
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Spelman College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
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Student Services
To support students and graduates, Spelman College may provide student services like those listed below:- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance