Psychology at the University of Dallas

The Psychology Program is shaped by the concept of psychology as a liberal art as well as a rigorous science. To this end, it is engaged in the enterprise of questioning and rethinking the discipline of psychology. Such a broad and deep understanding of psychology places into perspective the value and limits of views that claim that psychology is the study of mind, or the science of behavior, or the interaction of mind and body, or the personal growth and enrichment of the person.

This comprehensive approach to psychology is phenomenological in the sense that attention is given to understanding rather than to explanations, to meanings rather than mechanisms of behavior and experience.

Active research and writing is expected of students; original reflection is as important as detailed scholarship. Research seminars during the junior and senior years provide the occasions for students and faculty to work together in close association.

Students are thus prepared to continue their studies in psychology and in other professions. In recent years, students have continued their education in psychology, counseling, law, teaching, and management.

Psi Chi Induction Ceremony

On April 30, 2008, nine new members of the University of Dallas Psi Chi chater were inducted. Click on the "Galleries" button on the left to see photos.

Psychology Majors Present Research at the SWPA Convention in April 2007

The largest contingent of UD psychology majors ever presented the results of their research at the Southwestern Psychological Association Convention in Fort Worth. Click on the "Galleries" button on the left for photos and further information.

Through Plan and Master's Program in Psychology

Psychology majors may earn a master's degree in psychology after approximately a full year of course work beyond the bachelor's degree. Students may apply to the department for admission to the master's degree Through Plan in psychology during their junior year.

What Do Our Graduates Do? Results from a 2004 survey.

Click below to see the various advanced degrees and fields that our graduates have pursued. The survey shows that there is no one path to follow after the B.A. Our alum are active in professional and business careers: some are psychologists, others own their own companies, or are counselors, lawyers, social workers, teachers, musicians, busy parents--you name it.

• UD Psychology Alumni--Advanced Degrees Earned

• UD Psychology Alumni--Present Occupations