Chapman University offers a psychology degree that not only studies the complexity of human behavior, but also a program where research is strongly encouraged. The psychology program prepares students for their future professional and personal interactions.
Many students have presented at regional and national scientific conferences, some have even had their work published in leading scientific journals, and nearly 40% of Chapman students have gone on to graduate studies, well above the national average of 10%. In addition, the degree offers a wealth of internship opportunities in the following categories:
- Public/private schools
- Special Education programs
- Centers for children and adolescents
- Treatment centers for substance abuse and eating disorders
- Mental health and medical facilities
- Research
- Telephone counseling
- Recreation and community services
- Law enforcement and probation
- Programs supporting victims of abuse and affected families
- Health and wellness
- Organizational and business settings
- Athletics coaching
The psychology faculty take pride in their established tradition of individualized faculty-student mentoring, which creates a personalized education that enhances student achievements. Many professors are currently engaged in a wide range of psychological research, focusing on such issues as:
- Aging
- Substance abuse
- Language and memory
- Prenatal stress and lifespan development
- Couple and family dynamics
- Psychologists in film
