Faculty: Professors Hermann (chair), D.E. Montgomery; Associate Professors Bacon, Koeltzow, D.A. Montgomery, Roberts; Assistant Professors Harris, San Juan, Smith, Wiemers.

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior. Its subject matter encompasses the thought and behavior, both typical and pathological, of adults, children, and even other species. The scientific method is the unifying thread of the discipline as psychologists utilize it to systematically answer the questions regarding the biological and social origins of human behavior and how to effectively alter it.

The undergraduate degree in psychology provides the foundation for a variety of careers in social service, medical, and business settings and also serves as preparation for advanced study leading to master’s and doctoral degrees.

Facilities for students include a computer lab, a neuroscience teaching lab, laboratories for mentored research (including Bar Lab, Cognitive Development Lab, EEG Lab, fNIRS Lab), and a student community resource room.

Students transferring into psychology from other Bradley majors must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

The department offers a Psychology Major and an interdisciplinary Neuroscience Minor.

Neuroscience Minor

Neuroscience is the scientific study of neural processes, structures, and behavior. It is excellent preparation for students considering medical and health-related professions, for those interested in working in biomedical research, and/or for students planning to pursue clinical or experimental psychology graduate degrees.

For more information, see Neuroscience Minor.