- General Psychology: This track provides a broad overview of psychology, making it ideal for students interested in a wide range of psychological concepts and those considering various career paths in psychology. Available for on-campus and fully online ( UF Online) students.
- Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience: Focused on the biological bases of behavior, this track is perfect for students interested in how the brain and nervous system impact behavior and cognition. It includes courses in physiology, cognitive neuroscience, and psychobiology. Only available for on-campus students
- Behavior Analysis: This track emphasizes the natural science approach to psychology, focusing on how environmental factors can be manipulated to change behavior. It is well-suited for students interested in working with populations requiring behavior modification, such as those with developmental disabilities. Only available for on-campus students
Admissions
The Department of Psychology at the University of Florida plays a limited role in the admissions process. We only become involved once students are admitted.
On-campus/ Residential: Earn a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Psychology
Prospective and Incoming Freshman Prospective and Incoming Transfer Students The UF Admissions Office and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences thoroughly review applications. Further Assistance: For additional guidance and questions about the transfer admissions process, please get in touch with CLASTransfer@advising.ufl.edu or (352) 392-1521 if you have any questions throughout the process, particularly if you have any new information that might be helpful to our Admissions Committee. Note: Students with a prior bachelor’s degree or higher are not eligible for the on-campus psychology degree/major. Consider the UF Online program Psychology degree. This is a great program for those looking to complete a bachelor’s degree fully online, as there is no on-campus commitment other than attending graduation! Since Psychology is not part of the admissions process, please see the helpful information below. The International Student Services office at UF’s International Center is an essential resource for international students. At the department level, there are few scholarships for undergraduates; however, students may be eligible for those offered at the college or university level. Additionally, students should contact UF Student Financial Aid and Scholarships for other opportunities! Contact the Registrar’s Office or the CLAS Academic Advising Center for questions about how your courses transfer. For major-specific approvals, get in touch with the Psychology Advising office. To determine if a statistics, mathematics, or biology course taken elsewhere meets the psychology degree requirements, email your course syllabus to the respective department’s undergraduate coordinator (UGC) for review. Once you receive approval, forward the confirmation to the psychology advising team. Note: Math courses such as “College Algebra” are not. Occasionally, other courses are acceptable. Please see our Degree Requirements page, which is track-specific and provides information on the required coursework. A strong foundation in science (especially biology), mathematics, and English will be beneficial. Courses in psychology or sociology, if available, can also provide a helpful introduction to the field. Developing good study habits and critical thinking skills will also serve you as a psychology major. Those applying as transfer students must also meet the transfer admissions coursework requirements. We offer several resources for students interested in pursuing graduate studies. This includes one-on-one advising and opportunities to connect with faculty members and alums in the psychology profession who can assist you through your career/academic journey. Additionally, the UF Career Connection Center provides further support for our students, workshops, career and graduate school exploration, assistance with graduate school applications, mock interviews, and resume reviews tailored to students planning to apply to graduate programs. Students can start getting involved in research as early as their first or second year. The department is known for its research in various areas, including Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience, Social and Personality Psychology, Clinical and Health Psychology, Counseling, Behavior Analysis, and Developmental Psychology. Many of our faculty members are leaders in their fields, and there are ample opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge research. This is based on space availability and the labs’ criteria when selecting undergraduate students. Our office is not involved in this process, as the students are the facilitators in exploring the areas and contacting faculty to express their interest in being an RA. Psychology is not part of the admissions process; therefore, it would be best to contact the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Academic Advising Center for assistance. No, students applying as transfer students must complete all competitive criteria for the psychology major before UF. UF Psych does not offer a minor. Currently, we do not offer this program.
UF Online: Earn a Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in Psychology fully Online
Prospective International Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What scholarship options are there?
Please See: Other FAQs at the College Level
Students with additional questions about the psychology major can email psych advisors at psych-advising@ufl.edu.