{"id":6067,"date":"2025-09-17T11:19:49","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T15:19:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program-page&#038;p=6067"},"modified":"2026-03-25T12:16:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T16:16:47","slug":"ba-psychology","status":"publish","type":"program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/ba-psychology\/","title":{"rendered":"Psychology"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='program-hero'><div class='top-part'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><div class='content-area'><h1 id=\"content-start\">Psychology<\/h1><p class=\"program-info\"><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?degree_type=ba\">BA<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=major\">Major<\/a>, <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=minor\">Minor<\/a>, <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=certification\">Teacher Certification<\/a><\/p><div class='image-holder'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/040716_5581_BA-Psychology-hero.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/040716_5581_BA-Psychology-hero.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"A college professor stands at the front of a lecture hall, addressing a classroom filled with students who are seated in curved rows and taking notes.\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='bottom-part'><div class='wrapper'><div class='content-area'>\n<p>Explore the science of mind and behavior with Psychology \u2013 a program for students eager to understand themselves, others and the world around them, offered in online, on-campus, and hybrid formats. Through the study of biological, cognitive, developmental, social and personality processes, you\u2019ll uncover what drives human thought and action. Psychology empowers you to use evidence to draw meaningful conclusions and make a positive difference in people\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What You\u2019ll Study<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Explore biological, cognitive, developmental, social and personality processes<\/li>\n<li>Gain expertise in scientific methods, critical thinking and statistical analysis<\/li>\n<li>Appreciate what drives human thought and action through research-based learning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Opportunities for Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conduct research in more than 20 labs<\/li>\n<li>Connect with a vibrant student and alumni network<\/li>\n<li>Earn college credits through cooperative education internships and study abroad<\/li>\n<li>Online students have the opportunity to meet, connect and receive guidance from Psychology faculty through monthly Q&amp;A Zoom Sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Career Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply knowledge in education, healthcare, counseling, business or law<\/li>\n<li>Prepare for versatile careers and advanced graduate studies<\/li>\n<li>Receive mentorship from dedicated faculty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Psychology focuses on understanding, predicting and solving problems related to human behavior in today\u2019s information-rich world, making it one of the most relevant and versatile fields of study. <a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-ba\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/portal\/admissions\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.montclair.edu\/register\/inquire\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><aside><p><strong>Program Format<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=hybrid\">Hybrid<\/a>; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=in-person\">In-person<\/a>; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=online\">Online<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Start Date<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/online\/montclair-online-program-calendar\/\">Online (Fall & Spring)<\/a><\/p><p><strong>College or School<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?college=chss\">College of Humanities and Social Sciences<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Area of Study<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=health-medicine-and-the-sciences\">Health, Medicine and the Sciences<\/a>; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=public-service-and-the-humanities\">Public Service and the Humanities<\/a><\/p><p><span class='prpl-button full-width'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/admissions\/visit-us\/\">Visit Us<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Your Degree, Your Way<\/h2>\n<p>Our Psychology undergraduate online program is designed with you in mind. Courses are fully online and asynchronous \u2013 which means you can work around your busy life \u2013 with opportunities to engage and collaborate with faculty and classmates. Combining convenience with the personalized support of a success mentor, you can finish what you started.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">BA in Psychology Online Degree Completion Program<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Earn your bachelor\u2019s degree in Psychology fully online \u2013 build expertise in understanding human behavior for diverse careers or graduate study.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Flexible, respected Montclair degree completed from anywhere<\/li>\n<li>Explore biological, cognitive, developmental, social and personality processes to understand why people do what they do<\/li>\n<li>Develop scientific methods, critical thinking and statistical skills<\/li>\n<li>Gain valuable experience in problem-solving and empathy for professional and personal growth<\/li>\n<li>Study cognition, emotion, social dynamics and mental health to deepen understanding of yourself and others<\/li>\n<li>Open versatile career paths in social services, research, counseling, education, business or graduate study through a program tailored to fit your life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tailored specifically for the working learner, pursue Montclair Online undergraduate degree completion programs as a transfer or readmit student. You are able to transfer to a Montclair Online program if you have earned 45 or more credits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Minors<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Minor in Psychology<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Supplement any major with a Psychology minor \u2013 gain insight into human thought, behavior and valuable skills for your chosen profession.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complements any major on campus with foundations in human behavior<\/li>\n<li>Learn why people do what they do from multiple perspectives, including biological, cognitive, developmental, social and personality<\/li>\n<li>Use 18 free electives (six courses) to add a Psychology minor<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of psychology is useful for success in clinical, corporate, research, educational and nonprofit roles<\/li>\n<li>Pick up research and critical thinking skills that enhance your major and broaden career options<\/li>\n<li>Apply scientific methods to understand, predict and solve problems related to behavior<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-minor\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Combined Programs<\/h2>\n<p>Explore a flexible selection of accelerated 4+1 programs in Psychology, where ambitious students can earn both a bachelor&#8217;s and master&#8217;s degree in just five years. These programs are designed to align with diverse interests and career goals, combining rigorous academics, specialized tracks and applied research experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Combined BA&sol;MA in Psychological Science<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>The Combined BA\/MA in Psychological Science is a rigorous five-year program designed for students seeking advanced research skills and early graduate-level training.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll complete undergraduate coursework, then begin graduate study during your senior year, with mentored research, opportunities to present at conferences and publication in recognized journals. Coursework emphasizes research design, data management and data analysis, giving you valuable quantitative reasoning skills and mastery of large databases.<br \/>\nThis path prepares you for entry-level roles in data-driven industries \u2013 such as health, pharmaceutical, banking, insurance, advertising or consulting \u2013 or offers a strong foundation for doctoral study.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Early graduate study and mentored research<\/li>\n<li>Conference presentations and publication opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Intensive training in research design, data analysis and communication<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Valuable experience as part of a research team<\/li>\n<li>Cost and time savings compared to separate degrees. Graduates earn two diplomas \u2013 a BA and an MA in Psychological Science.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important<\/strong>: This program does not provide training in clinical or counseling psychology and does not provide preparation for careers in clinical, counseling or mental health professions. Students interested in mental health professions, forensic psychology or school psychology should plan to apply to the MA in Clinical Psychology program after completing the regular BA degree in Psychology. This program does not grant access to the MA in Clinical Psychology.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-combined-ba-ma\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Combined BA&sol;MBA in Psychology<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Pair a Psychology education with business expertise in the combined BA\/MBA program \u2013 ideal for students who aspire to leadership roles in corporate, healthcare or nonprofit sectors.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Streamlined path to dual degrees in five years<\/li>\n<li>First three years: complete Psychology bachelor\u2019s coursework<\/li>\n<li>Fourth year: take 6 credits of graduate business (MBA) \u201cswing\u201d courses, fulfilling both undergraduate and graduate requirements<\/li>\n<li>Fifth year: finish the remaining MBA courses in a full-time format<\/li>\n<li>Apply for program admission in junior year \u2013 transition to MBA in senior year upon meeting GPA requirements<\/li>\n<li>Graduate with both a Bachelor\u2019s in Psychology and an MBA<\/li>\n<li>Cost-effective \u2013 swing courses at the undergraduate tuition rate<\/li>\n<li>Gain a competitive edge by integrating psychology and business \u2013 broaden career opportunities and enhance employability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-ba-combined-ba-mba\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Combined BA&sol;MPH in Psychology<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>Pair a Psychology BA with a Master of Public Health through Montclair State\u2019s accelerated 4+1 program and earn two degrees in less time. Tailor your studies by choosing one of two concentrations \u2014 Community Health Education, focused on developing public health professionals who advance wellness and prevention initiatives for communities, or Health Systems Administration and Policy, which trains leaders for hospitals and healthcare organizations with a strong emphasis on prevention, social justice and health equity. Through swing courses that count toward both degrees, students graduate with interdisciplinary expertise and are well prepared for impactful roles in health, policy or community settings.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-ba-mph-cmhe\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-page-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Teacher Education Programs<\/h2>\n<p>The Department of Psychology offers programs that can help lead to teacher certification at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The psychology major is an excellent option for students who wish to pursue K-5 teacher certification in New Jersey.<br \/>\n<\/p><\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Elementary Education<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p><strong>Psychology Major with Teacher Certification in Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Psychology majors interested in K\u20136 teacher certification must apply and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program \u2013 once admitted, you\u2019ll be enrolled in the B.A. in Elementary Education program as a second major.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/cssee\/teacher-education-overview\/\">Teacher Education Program website<\/a> for professional course sequences, program requirements and procedures<\/li>\n<li>Consult the Teacher Education Program Handbook for guidance and details<\/li>\n<li>120 credits are required for the degree, with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA<\/li>\n<li>Psychology majors must earn at least a C- in all Psychology courses; any Psychology course with less than a C- must be repeated<\/li>\n<li>Only courses with a minimum grade of C- will count toward the Psychology major<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more details, review the Teacher Education Program Handbook and official resources.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-teacher-certification-elementary-school-grades-k-6-ba\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Subject Area Specialization<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p><strong>Psychology Major with Teacher Certification in Social Studies (Preschool-Grade 12)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Psychology majors who wish to pursue P\u201312 teacher certification in Social Studies must apply to and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program \u2013 upon admission, students will be matriculated into the B.A. in Secondary Education program as a second major.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/cssee\/teacher-education-overview\/\">Teacher Education Program website<\/a> for course sequences, program guidelines and procedures<\/li>\n<li>Review the Teacher Education Program Handbook for up-to-date requirements<\/li>\n<li>SASE 401 Methods of Teaching Social Studies is a required departmental course<\/li>\n<li>Social studies teachers must complete coursework in economics, geography, history, political science and religion<\/li>\n<li>A full list of requirements is available from the Social Studies Teacher Education Coordinator<\/li>\n<li>120 credits are required for the degree, with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA Psychology majors must earn at least a C- in all Psychology courses \u2013 grades below C- require repeating and do not count toward the major<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-teacher-certification-social-studies-preschool-grade-12-ba\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Elementary Education&comma; Teacher of Students with Disabilities<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p><strong>Combined BA\/MAT with Teacher Certification in Elementary School Teacher in Grades K \u2013 6 and Teacher of Students with Disabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Combined BA\/MAT with teacher certification in Elementary School Teacher in Grades K\u20136 and Teacher of Students with Disabilities is a five-year Dual Degree Dual Certification program.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply to and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program as an undergraduate<\/li>\n<li>Earn teacher certification in two areas: Elementary School Teacher (K\u20136) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities<\/li>\n<li>Complete the baccalaureate degree with at least 120 credits and a minimum 3.0 overall GPA \u2013 major GPA requirements may differ<\/li>\n<li>After successfully finishing undergraduate coursework and requirements, enter the Graduate School for the one-year master\u2019s portion<\/li>\n<li>Review the Teacher Education Program website and Handbook for course outlines, requirements and important program guidelines<\/li>\n<li>Psychology majors must earn a grade of C- or above in all Psychology courses \u2013 any course below C- must be repeated to count toward the major<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/psychology-teacher-certification-elementary-school-grades-k-6-students-disabilities-combined-ba-mat\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Career Opportunities<\/h2>\n<div class=\"link-list triple\">\n<ul>\n<li>Human Resources Specialist<\/li>\n<li>Market Research Analyst<\/li>\n<li>Case Manager<\/li>\n<li>Mental Health Technician<\/li>\n<li>Rehabilitation Specialist<\/li>\n<li>Social Services Coordinator<\/li>\n<li>Youth Counselor<\/li>\n<li>Career Counselor Assistant<\/li>\n<li>Research Assistant (in labs, universities or companies)<\/li>\n<li>Customer Experience Analyst<\/li>\n<li>Sales Representative (with behavioral focus)<\/li>\n<li>Public Relations Associate<\/li>\n<li>Administrative Coordinator (nonprofit or healthcare settings)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Psychology Leading to Real-World Impact<\/h2>\n<p>A Psychology degree from Montclair prepares students to tackle big challenges, drive positive change and excel across diverse fields.<\/p>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/MichaelHouse_psych.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/MichaelHouse_psych.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Michael House, Psychology &apos;24\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<h3>Policy Brief Winner \u2013 Climate Justice<\/h3>\n<p>Michael House \u201924, Psychology major, won the Spring 2024 Policy Brief Competition on Climate Justice, recognized for outstanding work addressing environmental issues through Montclair\u2019s Research on Interdisciplinary Global Studies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<h3>Autism Research Fellowship Recipient<\/h3>\n<p>Wasayef Bsharat \u201925, Psychology combined BA\/MA graduate, received the Autism Science Foundation Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship for her work improving autism service access in South Asian and MENA families, advancing equity for underrepresented groups.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/Wasayef-Bsharat-550x300-copy.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/Wasayef-Bsharat-550x300-copy.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Wasayef Bsharat, Psychology &apos;25\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Flexible Learning in Psychology<\/h2>\n<p><div class='program-testimonial'><div class='image-panel mlt-background-cover'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/012618_2449_Desiree-Habersham.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/?f=\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/012618_2449_Desiree-Habersham.jpg&amp;type=generic&amp;size=0&amp;scale=1x\" \/><div class=\"video-link-holder\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=hQ_tgRRDNmA\" class=\"popup-video\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" viewBox=\"0 0 16.933 16.933\"><circle cx=\"8.467\" cy=\"8.467\" r=\"8.467\" style=\"fill:#fff;stroke:none;stroke-width:.3175;fill-opacity:1\"><\/circle><path d=\"m14.931 8.467-7.927 4.576V3.89z\" style=\"fill:currentColor;fill-opacity:1;stroke:none;stroke-width:.3175\" transform=\"matrix(1.15325 0 0 1.15325 -2.99 -1.298)\"><\/path><\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class='content-panel'>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;One of the things that I like about [the Psychology program] is that there\u2019s different styles that you can take the courses in&#8230; hybrid classes, online classes or all of them in person \u2013 so it\u2019s really flexible for the students.&#8221;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Desiree Habersham<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>Explore Research Labs<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Join research labs in the Psychology Department to build professional skills and gain hands-on experience with faculty experts<\/li>\n<li>Labs cover autism and neurodevelopment, child and youth mental health, cognitive and language development, forensic psychology, leadership, and employee well-being<\/li>\n<li>Featured labs include Autism and Neurodevelopment, Cognition and<\/li>\n<li>Neurocognitive Disorders, Evidence-Based Practices &amp; Interventions in Communities, Forensic Mental Health and Correctional Psychology, and Youth Mental Health Service<\/li>\n<li>Research topics span memory, anxiety, decision making, social perception and technology\u2019s impact on behavior<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities available for undergraduates and graduate students \u2013 assist with study design, data analysis and presentations<\/li>\n<li>Students may participate in publications, conference presentations and receive mentoring as they contribute to research<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/psychology\/research-labs\/\">Explore Research Labs<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/100617_3537_PhD-Clinical-Psych-hero.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/100617_3537_PhD-Clinical-Psych-hero.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Clinical psychology student speaking with young child\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/053124_02425_BA-Psychology-cb1.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/053124_02425_BA-Psychology-cb1.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Graduate student on laptop studying\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<h2>Montclair Online: Support to Help You Succeed<\/h2>\n<p>From day one to graduation, access tools, guidance, and real-world advice to help you excel. Build confidence in online learning, balance school and life, and stay motivated with support designed to keep you prepared, inspired, and on track.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Honor Society and Clubs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\"><br \/>\n<strong>Psi Chi Honor Society<\/strong><br \/>\nRecognizes academic excellence in Psychology. Open to high-achieving undergraduate and graduate students, Psi Chi offers networking and scholarship opportunities and is affiliated with leading professional organizations.\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\"><br \/>\n<strong>Multicultural Psychology Scholars<\/strong><br \/>\nProvides information, support and community to Psychology students, with a special focus on recruiting and retaining multicultural scholars and preparing students to be effective psychologists in an increasingly diverse society.\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\"><br \/>\n<strong>The Psychology Club<\/strong><br \/>\nThis student-run group hosts guest speakers, discussions on psychology careers and tips for choosing graduate programs.\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Featured Faculty<\/h2>\n<p class='a11y-label'><!-- fetch new: 890.88 ms --><!-- decode:  0.19 ms --><!-- output:  0.06 ms --><\/p><ul class=\"profile-grid\"><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Yoav Arieh profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/1278\/user\/ariehyoavimg5904.png\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/1278\/user\/ariehyoavimg5904.png.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~ariehy\">Yoav Arieh<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Chairperson<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:ariehy@montclair.edu\">ariehy@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Michael Bixter profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/10524\/user\/bixterpicture.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/10524\/user\/bixterpicture.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~bixterm\">Michael Bixter<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Associate Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:bixterm@montclair.edu\">bixterm@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Paul Amrhein profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/969\/user\/img1200.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/969\/user\/img1200.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~amrheinp\">Paul Amrhein<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:amrheinp@montclair.edu\">amrheinp@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Kevin Askew profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/6497\/user\/askewkevin0911141867.png.0.1x.generic.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/6497\/user\/askewkevin0911141867.png.0.1x.generic.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~askewk\">Kevin Askew<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Associate Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:askewk@montclair.edu\">askewk@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Pevitr Bansal profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/14272\/user\/pevbansal150x200.000.jpeg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/14272\/user\/pevbansal150x200.000.jpeg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~bansalp\">Pevitr Bansal<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Assistant Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:bansalp@montclair.edu\">bansalp@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Jennifer Bragger profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/72\/user\/042814_2900_jennifer_bragger.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/72\/user\/042814_2900_jennifer_bragger.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~braggerj\">Jennifer Bragger<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:braggerj@montclair.edu\">braggerj@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"no-photo\"><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~collinss\">Saundra Collins<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:collinss@montclair.edu\">collinss@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Nicole Conklin profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/12395\/user\/headshot.jpeg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/12395\/user\/headshot.jpeg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~conklinni\">Nicole Conklin<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Assistant Teaching Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:conklinni@montclair.edu\">conklinni@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Milton Fuentes profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/77\/user\/july2021.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/77\/user\/july2021.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~fuentesm\">Milton Fuentes<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Interim Chairperson<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:fuentesm@montclair.edu\">fuentesm@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"profile-photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" alt=\"Laura Lakusta profile photo\" data-original-image=\"\/profilepages\/media\/1829\/user\/laurapictureMSUcrop.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/profilepages\/media\/1829\/user\/laurapictureMSUcrop.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~lakustal\">Laura Lakusta<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:lakustal@montclair.edu\">lakustal@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><li><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"no-photo\"><\/div><div class=\"profile-text\"><span class=\"name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/~reyesportilj\">Jazmin Reyes-Portillo<\/a><\/span><span class=\"title\">Associate Professor<\/span><span class=\"email\"><a href=\"mailto:reyesportilj@montclair.edu\">reyesportilj@montclair.edu<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\"><div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column three-fourths\">\n<h2>Among the Nation&#8217;s Best Online Bachelor&#8217;s Degrees<\/h2>\n<p>For the first time, Montclair&#8217;s online bachelor&#8217;s degrees have been ranked among the top programs in the country in the 2026 U.S. News &#038; World Report Best Online Programs rankings.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-fourth\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/BOP01-BACH-Overall-2026_OL-copy.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/09\/BOP01-BACH-Overall-2026_OL-copy.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Emblem for Best Online Bachelor&apos;s Programs from U.S. News and World Report\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\"><br \/>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-fifths\">\n<h2>Related Programs<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column three-fifths\">\n<p><div class=\"related-program-container\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/ba-sociology\/\" class=\"name\">Sociology<\/a><span class=\"program-info\"><span class=\"program-info\">BA &bull; Major, Minor, Teacher Certification<\/span><\/span><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/ba-psychology-bloomfield\/\" class=\"name\">Psychology<\/a><span class=\"program-info\"><span class=\"program-info\">BA &bull; Major, Minor<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"program-contact-band\"><div class=\"background-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<h2>Questions? Find the right contact below.<\/h2>\n<p>Connect with our enrollment teams for personalized guidance on admission requirements, the application process, key dates, and your next steps toward enrollment.<br \/>\n<div class=\"contact-card-holder\"><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">For the On-Campus and Hybrid Program<\/p>Get help with requirements, deadlines, documents and the application process for on-campus and hybrid programs.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:msuadm@montclair.edu\">msuadm@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-4444\">973-655-4444<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Susan A. Cole Hall, Suite 100<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">For the Online Program<\/p>Get help with requirements, deadlines, documents and the application process for fully online programs.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:discover@enroll.montclair.edu\">discover@enroll.montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-658-4535\">973-658-4535<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">Psychology Department<\/p>Get in contact with the Psychology department for course planning, electives and faculty guidance.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:psycadmin@montclair.edu\">psycadmin@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-5201\">973-655-5201<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Dickson Hall 219<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band no-margin next-steps\">\n\t<div class=\"text-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"prpl-row\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-left\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Next Steps<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Wherever you learn\u2014on campus or online\u2014Montclair State University offers the programs, community and support to help you reach your goals. Take the next step today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/apply-to-montclair-state\/\" class=\"program-sock\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/request-information\/\" class=\"program-sock\">Request Information<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"next-steps-right\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Learn on Campus<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Immersive classes, vibrant campus life and hands-on experiences that put you at the center of it all. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality[]=in-person\" class=\"program-sock\">Explore Majors &amp; Minors <\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/red-hawk-life\/\" class=\"program-sock\">The Campus Experience<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Learn Online<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Montclair Online offers the same nationally recognized faculty, engaging coursework and supportive community as our on-campus classes - designed to fit your life. 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