Psychology Transfer Major

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Psychology Transfer Major

Unlock the Power of Understanding

A career in psychology allows you to explore how people think, feel, and behave while making a positive difference in their lives. By understanding their challenges, you can help them work through difficult situations. In psychology, you'll build important skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, setting you up for a rewarding and meaningful career.

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Psychology Transfer Major at a Glance

Degree

Associate of Arts

Length of Study

2 years

Course Format

Face-to-Face, Online, or Hybrid

Classes Meet

Daytime, Evening, or Combination

Program Start

Fall, Spring, Summer

You can complete this program as a full-time or part-time student.

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Career Opportunities

The Psychology Transfer Major is your first step to careers like these:

Counselor or therapist
Human resource professional
School psychologist
Market researcher
College educator
Sports psychologist

Find employment in the following sectors:

Education
Non-profit organizations
Government
Business
Health
Research

The American Psychological Association provides additional information on careers and subfields of Psychology.

Furthering Education in Psychology

For additional programs and program information, visit Psychology Schools in Iowa.

" I took a couple classes at other colleges in high school. I received a better education at Hawkeye, because the staff cares. They want you to learn. They want you to have knowledge, and they make it fun. "

Harrison Vanderlinden
Liberal Arts '22

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Involvement and Volunteer Opportunities

Students are also encouraged to engage in community volunteering. Visit The Volunteer Center of the Cedar Valley for community volunteering opportunities in the Cedar Valley.

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Hawkeye Reads

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Multicultural Student Organization

Academic honor society. You must have a GPA of 3.25 or higher. They offer leadership skills, fellowship, and scholarships.

Phi Theta Kappa

A group of students who assist the Admissions office with the recruitment of new students and who represent and promote Hawkeye.

Student Ambassadors

Represents and promotes the common interests and general welfare of the student body.

Student Leadership Council

Special interest club for students interested in Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work.

Psychology/Sociology/Social Work Club

Patricia Crowe-Rubino

Patricia “Patty” Crowe-Rubino has a master’s degree in social psychology from Bowling Green State University. Her research interests are in juvenile delinquency, coping patterns, and resiliency.

Leah Parker

Leah Parker has a master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in the study of trauma from the University of Colorado–Colorado Springs. Her research interests include child sexual abuse prevention, parent-child attachment, third-wave cognitive-behavioral therapies, like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and paraphilias.

How to Get Started

It’s simple! Complete these steps:

Check the status of your application at any time by logging into your admissions account.

Plan Your Transfer

Meet with your academic advisor to choose the right courses and create a transfer plan. During your first year, contact the admissions office at the college you plan to transfer to. They can provide program details and guide you on which classes you’ll need.

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