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STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

4

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$5,021

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Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Oklahoma Panhandle 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU)

1105 Stonewall Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma Panhandle State University, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma, it offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Oklahoma Panhandle State University exceeds a thousand annually.

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

  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Agriculture Operations
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 710 to 950 for the SAT exam and in a range of 16 to 20 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to this school. Oklahoma Panhandle State University admits about 90 percent of applicants. Of those accepted, around 62 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $6,300 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is around $990 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The mascot for Oklahoma Panhandle State University is the "Aggies", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oklahoma Panhandle State University offers a bachelor's degree program in psychology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic2
White4
Non Resident Alien1

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

Upon completion of the Psychology program at OPSU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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

  • Oklahoma City, OK
    • Total Employment: 350
    • Average Hourly Rate: $30.42
    • Average Annual Salary: $63270

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants OPSU accepts. The details may include 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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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Oklahoma Panhandle State University may offer services to students like:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

OPSU is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Sooner Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Sooner Athletic Conference)
  • Football (Sooner Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Softball
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Other Sports
  • Rodeo