Why Study Psychology at UNCG?

Psychology at UNC Greensboro offers a unique opportunity for students to participate in research, gain hands-on experience, and graduate better prepared for their futures. The Department features a vibrant environment, known for its warm atmosphere and emphasis on collaborative, cutting-edge science.

Recent alumni hold roles in hospitals, mental health facilities, private practice, teaching, human resources, public relations, research, academia, and much more.

WhY Choose UNCG for Your Psychology Degree?

REsearch-Focused

Our research laboratories are led by our faculty who work collaboratively with both graduate and undergraduate students in answering a wide array of questions concerning human behavior.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Faculty Research Labs

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Student-Led

Students are actively involved in their classes, working in research labs, writing grants to conduct their own independent research, and contributing to the local community through internships and research.

Early Scientist Program

Student Clubs

Faculty-Supported

UNCG psychology professors regularly win University-wide teaching and mentorship awards, demonstrating our commitment to working with students and their success.

Meet Our Faculty

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What Can You do With a Psychology Degree?

Psychology is a discipline that can prepare you for a number of career paths. Whether you choose a career in psychology or decide to pursue another type of profession, our program will prepare you in terms of fostering your speaking, writing, analytical thinking, creativity, and ability to relate to other people.

Graduates can enter the workforce in fields including health care, government, teaching, and research.
The program prepares students for advanced study in psychology, counseling, law, medicine, education, nursing, and other disciplines focused on human behavior.
Potential career paths include journalist, criminologist, human resources manager, social worker, substance abuse counselor, behavioral disorder, mental health counselor, marketing manager, and psychologist.
Graduates have gone on to attend advanced degree programs at the University of N.C. School of Medicine, Florida State University, Princeton University, Duke University, University of Maryland, and Wake Forest School of Medicine.

Quotable

“As one of the most popular undergraduate majors, psychology can prepare students to be successful in many different careers—from the social sciences to business and beyond
American Psychological Association (APA)

Learn from APA about what you can do with a psychology degree