Psychology
Undergraduate Programs

Why Study Psychology?

Want to explore your curiosities about people, systems, and cultures? Connect with others through a deeper understanding of our behaviors.

UMBC’s Psychology Department seeks answers to why people, groups, organizations, systems, and cultures think, feel, and act the way they do. Our unique undergraduate program allows you to focus on your interests within psychology, ranging from personality theories to the biological aspects of human and animal behavior. Take your studies to the next level with our graduate psychology program focused on human services, applied developmental psychology, or applied behavior analysis.

At a Glance

Psychology Undergraduate Programs

Campus Locations:
Catonsville

Department:
Department of Psychology

College:
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Which Program is Right for You?

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Pursue your interest in human behavior to better understand the actions behind people, cultures, and organizations.

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Pursue your interest in human behavior to better understand the actions behind people, cultures, and organizations.

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Minor in Psychology

Gain knowledge and skills about human behavior to advance your career.

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Certificate in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

A Certificate in Industrial-Organizational Psychology is designed to prepare you for a career in Human Resources.

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Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

UMBC works to provide students with adequate need-based funding.

Ready to Apply?

1

Complete the Common App

Your first stop is the Common App. You can learn more about how to apply with the Common App here.

2

Request Supporting Documents

You’ll be required to submit your official transcript and international transcript (if applicable). You may also choose to submit standardized test scores and/or letters of recommendation.

3

Complete Scholars Programs and Visual and Performing Arts Majors Requirements (optional)

Applying to a Scholars Program or as a Visual or Performing Arts major? Be sure to research additional requirements and deadlines specific to the programs of interest to you.

Contact Information

UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Contact Information

Mailing Address

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation

1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

OFFICE LOCATION

Albin O. Kuhn Library
on the lower level next to Library Pond

Admissions Staff

410-455-2292

Available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

admissions@umbc.edu

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