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Your Psychology Journey Starts Here

Baldwin Wallace University Psychology

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BW's psychology major prepares students to:

  • Develop ethically and socially responsible behaviors for work in professional settings.
  • Gain a meaningful professional direction for life after graduation.
  • Become knowledgeable about psychology, both theoretically and empirically, as it relates to human motivation, cognition, psychotherapy, neurophysiology and behavior.
  • Interpret, design and conduct psychological research.
  • Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena.

A Program Like No Other:
Teaching-First Excellence & Support

Our teaching-first approach ensures excellence during your psychology education journey, providing individualized support within a perfect-sized university environment. It's a challenging yet supportive atmosphere, fostering personal and professional leadership development.

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Job Opportunities Upon Graduation From BW Psychology BW Include:

Human Services
Research and Data Analysis
Mental Health Support
Community Outreach and Advocacy
Education and Counseling
Human Resources and Employee Support
Criminal Justice and Legal Support
Healthcare Administration
Nonprofit Management
Marketing and Consumer Behavior Analysis

Explore Self-Directed Learning and Hands-On Experiences

Discover the power of crafting your own academic journey in psychology. Our self-directed learning approach and hands-on experiences empower you to shape your unique path, fostering intentional excellence along the way.

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Don't Just Hear It From Us: Our Alumni Live It

Ashley Johnson '15

Ashley Johnson is a graduate student in Kent State University's College of Public Health in Ohio. The Ohio Public Health Association named her a public health champion in 2016. At BW, classes in psychology, communication, health education and promotion prepared her for a career in public health. She is from Berea, Ohio.

Heather Low '14

Heather Low is qualified mental health specialist, community psychiatric supportive treatment, at OhioGuidestone in Cleveland. A liberal arts education provided her with diverse experiences that contributed to her personal growth and prepared her for a career in the mental health field. She is from Amherst, Ohio.

Joe Luchsinger '13

Joe Luchsinger is MD-PhD candidate at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tenn. At BW, small class sizes, faculty mentors and extensive experiential learning opportunities enabled the Bexley, Ohio, native to engage deeply in multiple areas of interest while preparing for medical school.