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The Psychology Department provides students with an extensive program covering all aspects of psychological science, from research techniques to specialized areas like cognitive processes, brain function, human development, social interactions, and clinical applications. This program equips psychology majors for advanced studies while also serving as valuable preparation for careers in social services, teaching, healthcare, legal professions, and corporate environments. Our psychology courses cater to diverse student goals, whether they want to sample psychological concepts, satisfy science requirements, or pursue degrees in Psychology or Neuroscience and Behavior.
The Committee on Admissions selects women of proven academic strength who exhibit intellectual voracity and strong potential for further scholarly growth. In addition to school records, recommendations, writing, and test scores, we carefully consider candidates' talents, abilities, interests, and personal history. While admission is highly selective, it is also holistic; no one criterion or score determines acceptance. We consider each applicant in terms of her personal qualities, her intellectual capacity, and the rigor of the curriculum she has pursued, as well as her potential for achieving at Barnard. We review each applicant in the context of her school, community, and individual story.
Barnard's general education requirements cover a wide range of subjects: literature, the social sciences, language and the arts, lab sciences, and quantitative areas. For this reason, you should acquire a strong foundation in high school, taking courses from the core academic subjects: math, science, English, history, and foreign language.
English Language Requirements
Applicant must have IELTS score of 7.0 or higher or TOEFL score of 600 or above on the written test, and 100 or above for the Internet-based test.