Bachelor of Science [B.S] Psychology
Psychologists formulate and test theories, using research and statistical methods, in an effort to understand, predict, and influence behavior. As a profession, psychology is dedicated to solving human societal problems.
Psychology is the study of human and mental processes and behavior. Psychology is both a biological and social science, a scholarly discipline, and a profession. Psychologists use many different methods and procedures to study mental processes and behavior and focus on a variety of problems. This means that Psychology is a very diverse discipline, ranging from the neuroscientist who studies brain behavior to the industrial/organizational psychologist who studies the behavior of organizations. Psychologists formulate and test theories, using research and statistical methods, in an effort to understand, predict, and influence behavior. As a profession, psychology is dedicated to solving human societal problems.
Psychology grew from the merger of components of several different disciplines. In the middle and late 19th century, elements of philosophy and physiology merged into the then new science of psychology. Later, in the early 20th century, some of the ideas developing in neurology entered into the still young field. Today there are many sub-disciplines of psychology. One major purpose of an undergraduate program in psychology is to introduce you to the different specialties so you can then explore how psychologists in these areas study behavior and mental activity.
The American Psychological Association has listings of the different specialty areas of Psychology. It may be helpful to review the areas and determine which areas are of most interest to you.
There are over 70 faculty in the Michigan State University's Department of Psychology. These faculty are at the forefront of psychology research. Their primary areas of research span across six main areas of Psychology. They have expertise in the sub-disciplines of Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical, Cognitive, Ecological/Community, Industrial/Organizational, and Social/Personality. Many of our faculty research across Psychology disciplines as well as outside of the field.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $42226 | $42226 | $42226 | $42226 |
| Books and supply | $1168 | $1168 | $1168 | $1168 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3950 | $3950 | $3950 | $3950 |
| Other Fees | $2118 | $2118 | $2118 | $2118 |
| Total Fees | $49462 | $49462 | $49462 | $49462 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 59 | 90 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1280 | 1600 | 1 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 105 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- A Candidate needed to provide Senior School Certificate or School certificate awarded after standard XII.
- English and Maths (advanced or academic level) are required in grade 12.
- Two Science 12grade level is required.
- One Additional 12 grade course (advanced or academic level) is needed.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
- Students must have a Grade XII chemistry or Grade XII physics.
- Students also hold Grade XII math (Minimum math result of 55%).
English Language proficiency:
- Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
- Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
- Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem….Read More