Psychology

Investigate the scientific roots of human behavior

Psychology is both a science and an applied discipline. At IU East, students examine the biological and scientific foundations of behavior while also exploring how psychological principles apply to everyday life, mental health, organizations, and society.

You’ll study topics such as:

  • Behavioral neuroscience and brain–behavior relationships
  • Cognitive processes, including learning, memory, and perception
  • Personality and social behavior
  • Psychological disorders and mental health counseling skills
  • Human development across the lifespan

The B.S. curriculum emphasizes research methods, data analysis, and evidence-based reasoning, making it well-suited for students interested in healthcare, research, mental health services, business, or graduate and professional programs.

We also offer a minor in psychology that complements a wide variety of majors.

See our Academic Catalog about requirements for the B.S. degree and the minor in psychology.

Degree programs

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (in-person)

This program is fully in-person on our campus.

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (online)

This program is 100% online.

Supportive learning environment

IU East offers a personalized academic experience with small class sizes and accessible faculty mentors.

Psychology faculty work closely with students to help them select coursework and experiential opportunities aligned with their academic interests and career goals, whether they plan to enter the workforce after graduation or pursue advanced study.

Classroom discussions encourage open, respectful dialogue across perspectives while emphasizing scientific reasoning, skepticism of unsupported claims, and thoughtful evaluation of psychological theories.

Psychology faculty

Our faculty members are well-trained in both in-person and online teaching.

We have experimental psychologists, statistics experts, aesthetics researchers, licensed psychologists, and mental health counselors as our professors.

Whether you’re learning from us on campus or online, we’re here to mentor you in whatever direction your future academic and career goals take you.

Program learning outcomes

Graduates of the B.S. in Psychology at IU East will be able to:

  • Demonstrate familiarity with major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
  • Understand and apply basic research methods, including research design, data analysis, interpretation, and appropriate use of technology.
  • Apply critical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and scientific reasoning to questions about behavior and mental processes.
  • Communicate effectively in formats appropriate to the discipline of psychology.
  • Apply psychological principles to personal, interpersonal, and societal issues.