The state of New Hampshire is home to a large number of accredited, widely respected undergraduate psychology degree programs. With more and more programs becoming available a growing number of people can now access a college education. In years past, a college education was reserved for those people who had recently graduated from college and had the means to attend college. With the growing popularity of online learning, hybrid learning, part-time and weekend programs and financial aid, college is available to thousands more each year. An education in psychology is an excellent start for many people who are excited to earn their college degree.
Colby-Sawyer College
The Social Sciences Department
Founded in 1837, Colby-Sawyer College is a private coed college located on a 200-acre campus in New London, New Hampshire. Colby Sawyer offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences preparing students for future careers and ongoing learning. The academic departments that make up the college include business administration, environmental studies, exercise and sports sciences, fine and performing arts, humanities, natural sciences, as well as the School of Health Professions, and the School of Social Sciences and Education. The college is home to 1,205 undergraduate students enrolled coming from 29 states and 33 foreign countries, with 100 percent of students participate in one or more internships in their area of study. All students participate in a capstone project during their senior year where they develop and demonstrate a deeper body of knowledge in their academic major. There are 25 majors and 17 minors available and almost all students receive financial aid or grants.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The curriculum for the psychology program provides students with an overview of the major contemporary theories of psychology, including areas of cognitive, biological, and social/cultural psychology. Psychology majors have the opportunity to concentrate their studies in a specific area of study including: health & biological psychology, counseling & abnormal psychology, social psychology and research design & analysis. All psychology majors are required to design and implement a research project in a specific area of psychological inquiry. The psychology program prepares graduates for entry-level careers in the mental health field as well as preparation in pursuing graduate work in psychology or any related field. Competencies for graduates of the psychology program include the following abilities:
- Develop knowledge base in psychology
- Engage in scientific inquiry and critical thinking
- Use ethical and social responsibility in a diverse world
- Communicate Effectively
- Engaging in professional behavior and development
The psychology major includes a required psychology internship and professional development seminar, as well as the psychology capstone – Advanced Research Methods.
Accreditations
New England Association of Schools and College (NEASC)
Contact
Colby-Sawyer College
The Social Sciences Department
541 Main Street
New London, New Hampshire 03257-7835
E-Mail: admissions@colby-sawyer.edu
(603) 526-3700
Program Website
Daniel Webster College
The School of Arts and Sciences
Founded in 1965 as the New England Aeronautical Institute (NEAI), Daniel Webster College is located in Nashua New Hampshire. The 54 acre College offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a wide range of areas, both on campus and online. In 2016, US News and World Reports ranked Daniel Webster College as Tier 2 for best North Regional Colleges. The School of Arts and Sciences provides students with a broad based foundation for the majors they pursue in the college education. In addition to serving as the home of general education, the school offers an excellent program of study in Psychology.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Psychology program prepares students for careers in applied behavioral sciences. Coursework for the program is structured to provide the core competencies required to allow students to pursue graduate school. Students are given experience based learning, including conducting and participating in research and exposure to application of psychology in various settings, including the workplace and in organizations that use the applied behavioral sciences. Completion of the BS in Psychology program requires 121 credit hours including the following: 12 credits in communications, 9 credits of mathematics and natural science courses, 6 credits in human behavior, 12 credits of cultural and community engagement, 12 credits of major courses and 39 credits of general electives. Competencies for graduates of the program include the following abilities:
- Demonstrate familiarity with major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology
- Apply research methods in psychology (including research design, data analysis, and interpretation)
- Use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes
- Implement psychological knowledge and skills in a variety of settings
- Communicate effectively in a variety of formats
Accreditations
The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (CIHE)
Contact
Daniel Webster College
The School of Arts and Sciences
20 University Drive
Nashua, New Hampshire 03063
(800) 325-6876
E-Mail Form
Program Website
Dartmouth College
Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Dartmouth College is a private Ivy League College founded in 1769 and is one of the nine Colonial Colleges founded before the American Revolution. Dartmouth is the smallest university in the Ivy League with as undergraduate enrollment of almost 4,300 students and a total enrollment of 6,348 students on the 237 acres main campus. In 2016,US News and World Reports ranked Dartmouth College as the 12th best National University. The college offers a wide range of student activities with more than 60 percent of students members of Greek organizations and nearly 25 percent of students participate in Dartmouth’s NCAA Division I varsity sports. The Outing Club is the oldest and largest collegiate outing club in the country, offering student outdoor activities, expeditions, gear rentals and courses. The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences offers a major and minor in Psychology and a major and minor in Neuroscience.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology curriculum provides a core understanding of observable behavior and in developing models of the underlying cognitive, affective, and physiological processes. The major includes coursework in social interaction, sensation and perception, the physiological basis of behavior, cognition and cognitive neuroscience, learning, social and cognitive development, and behavioral disorders. Graduates from the program are prepared to enter careers in psychology related areas as well as for entry into graduate program. Students have numerous opportunities to participate in research partnering with faculty and peers and also are required completion of a capstone course.
Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience
The field of Neuroscience deals with issues that include:
- How the brain gives rise to the mind
- How and where are memories stored
- What is the biological basis of consciousness?
- What is the neural basis of decision-making?
- How are mental illnesses related to changes in brain function?
Neuroscience is a broad and interdisciplinary subject that draws from psychology and biology, as well as computer science, chemistry, engineering, medicine and other fields. The curriculum for the neuroscience major provides students with a base knowledge in core areas of neuroscience. Students have an opportunity to gain experience with neuroscience research methods through laboratory work and can participate in independent research in collaboration with a faculty member. Competencies for Graduates of the program include the following abilities:
- Identify and explain core principles of nervous system structure and function
- Apply neuroscience knowledge and methods in solving real world problems and understand impact of neuroscience on everyday life
- Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary research methods in neuroscience
- Identify questions that advance the field of neuroscience
- Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate research findings
- Present research findings in oral and written form
- Synthesize and integrate information across cellular, molecular, and systems-level neuroscience
- Enter graduate school prepared for advanced study in neuroscience and/or biomedical-health professions
- Utilize curricular experience in future careers
- Design experiments and analyze neuro-scientific data
Accreditations
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Contact
Dartmouth College
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
6016 McNutt Hall
Hanover, New Hampshire 03755
(603) 646-2875
Psychology Program Website
Franklin Pierce University
The Department of Psychology
Founded in 1962, Franklin Pierce University is a small, private liberal arts university located in Southwestern New Hampshire. The university includes College at Rindge and the College of Graduate & Professional Studies. The 1,200-acre main residential campus in Rindge enrolls approximately 1,400 undergraduates in over 40 academic programs of study in business, education, humanities, the sciences, and the visual and performing arts. The College of Graduate and Professional Studies has a current enrollment of 815 adult students in 32 degree and certificate programs in leadership, business, management, health care, and education at our four graduate and professional studies campuses across New Hampshire, Arizona and through online programs. In 2016, US News and World Reports ranked Franklin Pierce University as Tier 2 for Nest North Regional Universities.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology program provides students with an in-depth study of psychology, “the study of human behavior and mental processes.”
The curriculum for the program provides students with specialized undergraduate courses in addition to typical foundational classes in biological, clinical, cognitive, developmental and social psychology. The psychology major includes a sequence of four courses: Behavioral Statistics, Research Methods, and two additional laboratory courses and students in the program must complete nine additional elective credit hours in psychology or approved psychology-related courses. Students have the option to choose a specialized study including addiction, health, psychology and the law, terrorism, espionage, psychopharmacology, sports psychology and family violence. Graduates of the psychology program have pursued advanced degrees in psychology, social work, physical therapy, medicine and law. Others have entered careers in social service agencies, community mental health agencies, human resources, law enforcement, sports management and business.
Accreditations
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Contact
Franklin Pierce University
The Psychology Department
40 University Drive
Rindge, New Hampshire 03461-0060
(800) 437-0048
E-Mail: admissions@franklinpierce.edu
Program Website
Granite State College
The Psychology Department
Founded in 1972, Granite State College is located in Concord New Hampshire and is one of the four institutions that make up the University System of New Hampshire.
The college provides quality programs of study to adults and other college students who need flexibility and affordability to pursue their education. The college allows students accessibility to their education in the classroom and online, offering associate, bachelor’s and master’s Degrees, as well as a post-baccalaureate program for teacher education. Granite State College has eleven statewide locations in Claremont, Conway, Lebanon, Nashua, Littleton, Manchester, Portsmouth, and Rochester as well as online. Granite State College enrolls more than 3,500 students, with more than 61,000 students since 1972. The mission of the college is “expanding access to public higher education to adults of all ages throughout the state of New Hampshire”.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology program provides students with a core understanding of human behavior in a global worldview. The coursework explores variables that effect human behavior in order to examine both individual and collective dynamics. Students have the opportunity to choose electives that will facilitate future career choices or entry into graduate programs. Core competencies for the program include the following abilities:
- Analyze biological, psychological, social, cultural and contextual constructs providing an understanding of human behavior within a global worldview,
communicating this knowledge effectively - Compare and contrast theory-underlying disciplines of behavioral sciences
- Effectively use computer technology to function as informed consumers of
behavioral science research - Analyze human behavior by use of theories and concepts focusing on both
individual dynamics and group dynamic - Conduct ethical research and clinical practice
- Apply behavioral science concepts, principles, skills and methods
The program requires 120 credits for completion and includes 76 credits of foundation and elective credits. Additionally, the program is available in flexible delivery formats including evening, online, hybrid, and weekend intensive courses.
Accreditations
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Contact
Granite State College
The Psychology Department
25 Hall Street
Concord, New Hampshire 03301
(855) 472-4255
E-Mail: ask.granite@granite.edu
Program Website
Keene State College
The Psychology Department
Founded in 1909, Keene State College is a public coed college located in Keene, New Hampshire. With more than 70 undergraduate programs to choose from, the most popular majors are Occupational Safety & Health Technology, Psychology and Business. The current undergraduate enrollment is more than 4,900 students on the 150-acre main campus. In 2016, US News and World Reports ranked Keene State College as the 76th best Northern Regional University. The Psychology Department offers a Bachelor of Arts with a Major and a minor in Psychology.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The BA in Psychology curriculum prepares students with a study of the methods and broad range of perspectives currently existing in psychology. Coursework includes:
- the scientific applications in psychology
- the individual differences
- biological basis of behavior and social basis of behavior
Core courses provide students with fundamentals required to understand psychology as a science. Elective courses will expand core knowledge through a study of:
- child and adolescent psychology
- counseling
- motivation
- personality
- culture and psychology
- ethology
Psychology majors are encouraged to participate in a practicum providing real-world experience working in the psychology field. They can conduct independent research exploring topics beyond the available curriculum. Students can also participate in the honors program to develop and present a research project. Psychology majors are prepared to enter diverse careers and are amply prepared to pursue master’s and doctoral degrees.
Accreditations
The New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Contact
Keene State College
The Psychology Department
Nancy Gitchell – Administrative Assistant
229 Main Street
(603) 358-2503
E-Mail Form
Program Website
New England College
The Psychology Department
Founded in 1946, New England College is a private coed college in Henniker. The college offers:
- 36 bachelor’s degree programs
- 12 master’s degree programs
- 1 doctoral degree program
It was founded with a goal of educating service men and women who returned home from World War II with the help of the new GI Bill. The first class at the college included 67 men and one woman. Today, the school has more than 1,000 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students representing 33 states and more than 24 countries. In 2016, US News & World Report ranked New England College as Tier 2 for Best Northern Regional Colleges.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The BA in Psychology provides students with a study of many areas of psychology including:
- The theoretical approach to counseling and therapy and the skills of communicating, listening with empathy
- A variety of research strategies and methods that are used by psychologists and other social scientists
- Methods that racial and gender identity development are applied to in psychology contexts
- Identify the definition, causes, symptoms, and treatments of psychological disorders
- Methods in evaluating and assessing:
- intellect
- potential learning disabilities
- aptitude
- achievement
- various aspects of personality
Psychology majors can choose a specific area of concentration including the following:
The Clinical Psychology Concentration prepares students to pursue counseling and/or social work careers. They develop a broad knowledge base in applied psychology. The concentration prepares students to enter graduate programs and obtain licensure to practice in a clinical field. Students graduating with the clinical psychology concentration will have the following abilities:
- Connect psychological knowledge to real world situations in an appropriate manner
- Use social psychological perspectives to analyze media presentations
- Relate social psychological concepts in real-life situations
- Demonstrate an understanding of the process of diagnosis and treatment
- Communicate major theories using the appropriate terminology for psychological disorders
- Demonstrate knowledge of the biological factors associated with psychological disorders
The Criminal Justice Concentration allows students to better understand characteristics, motivation and needs of victims and perpetrators of crimes as important elements of the criminal justice system. Combining law and psychology, the criminal justice concentration prepares students for careers working with:
- lawmakers
- attorneys
- other experts in family, criminal and civil court systems
Graduates of the program will have the following abilities:
- Examine principles of forensic psychology, including profiling, analyzing the crime or criminal
- Comparing psychological characteristics and levels of motivation in explaining criminal behavior
- Identify and define methods and issues faced by police agencies in recruiting new officers in the United States
- Discuss the spectrum of American policing theories, concepts, and practices as applicable to modern society
- Communicate major theories using the appropriate terminology for psychological disorders
The Developmental Psychology Concentration prepares students for careers in:
- child development
- counseling
- rehabilitation
- other education or human services careers
Developmental Psychology coursework shows students how to evaluate how people change from infancy to end of life. They have a broad understanding of the physical, mental, emotional, intellectual and social changes and milestones people experience throughout their lives. Graduates of the Concentration in Developmental Psychology will have the following abilities:
- Examine how adolescents achieve their identity and choose their occupations
- Analyze physical and emotional changes that adolescents may encounter, including:
- sexual activities
- drinking
- drug use
Assessing our own behaviors in group situations - Applying social psychological concepts in real-life situations
- Use social psychological perspectives to analyze media presentations
Accreditations
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Contact
New England College
The Psychology Department
98 Bridge Street
Henniker, New Hampshire 03242
(603) 428-2000
E-Mail Form
Program Website
The many programs available throughout the state can apply to each student’s specific needs and wants. From online learning to part time programs, more and more students are finding the means to complete their education. In previous years students who had a disability, were enlisted in the military, had a busy career or were raising a family were largely unable to attend college to completion. The growing flexibility of many undergraduate psychology degree programs is allowing this to no longer be a barrier to program completion. With so many colleges and universities throughout New Hampshire offering high quality undergraduate training in psychology, there is a program for everyone.