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Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Psychology] From Beloit College

Beloit, WisconsinLocation
CollegeSchool type
Estd1846established year
1402enrollment
Private (Not for Profit)

Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Psychology)

4 years
full time

Field of Study

$51,050/Yr

$51,050 /Yr

Students actively engage with a rigorous academic program that includes comprehensive coursework, internships, and student-faculty research. Ultimately, and in an ethical manner, our students will contribute to the knowledge base of psychology and apply psychological principles to everyday life.

Learning Goals
Students who complete a major in psychology at Beloit will:

Acquire a Knowledge Base in Psychological Science

  • be aware of the major theories, concepts, principles, perspectives, and historical trends of the? discipline
  • achieve fluency in the language of the discipline
  • understand the evolving nature of psychological knowledge

Be Able to Evaluate Claims and Evidence

  • be able to assess the strengths and weaknesses of different sources of knowledge
  • recognize that knowledge is generated within a particular historical and cultural context
  • be aware of common thinking fallacies and techniques to avoid them
  • be appropriately skeptical of claims made by others

Be Proficient in Research Methods and Statistics

  • understand the scientific method and its key concepts (e.g., reliability, validity, operational definitions)
  • be able to design and conduct studies using various research methodologies
  • be able to use and interpret descriptive and inferential statistical procedures
  • be able to use SPSS to analyze data
  • comply with professional standards for the ethical treatment of research participants and laboratory animals

Acquire Professional Communication Skills

  • be able to communicate clearly in all standard professional modes (oral presentations, formal writing, and research posters)
  • be able to summarize and synthesize psychological literature
  • be able to communicate research findings clearly, using both words and numbers
  • be proficient in the use of APA style

Demonstrate Information Literacy

  • be able to locate information found in text-based or electronic sources
  • be able to evaluate the credibility of sources (e.g., peer-reviewed vs. non peer-reviewed)

Exhibit Sound Values and Judgment

  • recognize the necessity for ethical behavior in all aspects of the science and practice of psychology (e.g., avoid plagiarism and conflicts of interest)
  • be open to new ideas and perspectives
  • avoid bias and prejudice in one's thinking
  • be able to disagree with ideas civilly and constructively
  • tolerate ambiguity and acknowledge that most issues are complex and best understood within a multi-disciplinary framework

Apply Psychological Knowledge Effectively

  • be able to apply psychological principles to one's everyday life
  • consult with professional psychologists when appropriate
  • be able to articulate how psychological principles can be used to address social issues and inform public policy in a multicultural, global context

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Regular Decision Application Deadline Jan 1, 2024

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements:

  • Submit official transcripts of high school and other education completed
  • Submit a recommendation letter
  • Applicants may complete an interview
  • Submitting  SAT/ACT score is optional
  • Submit English Language Proficiency test scores

English Language Requirements:

  • TOEFL: minimum 80 in ibt; 
  • IELTS: minimum 6.5
  • Duolingo: minimum 115

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