Developmental And Child Psychology Degree

The developmental and child psychology program at University of Saint Francis – Ft Wayne prepares students for careers as an abnormal child psychologist, adolescent psychologist, developmental psychologist, school psychologist, and educational psychologist. The program focuses on scientific study of the psychological growth and development of individuals from infancy through adulthood. Program courses include: cognitive and perceptual development, emotional development, personality development, theories of cognitive growth and research methods, testing and assessment methods for different age levels, and psychology of aging. Get more details below including other Indiana colleges that offer developmental and child psychology degrees.

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University of Saint Francis – Ft Wayne

Also known as University of Saint Francis

5500 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN

University of Saint Francis - Ft Wayne is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Fort Wayne, IN, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled yearly at University of Saint Francis - Ft Wayne.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1270 - 1590 on the SAT, or 18 - 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 54 percent of which only 39 percent decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at University of Saint Francis - Ft Wayne through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.sf.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Developmental And Child Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Saint Francis has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

• Terre Haute, IN
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $64960

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).