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Psychology examines the biological, mental, emotional, and social factors influencing human and animal behavior. Through scientific approaches, psychologists investigate, interpret, and anticipate behaviors while addressing key inquiries like how the brain acquires and retains knowledge, what activates our natural cycles, aggressive tendencies and personality traits, the formation of interpersonal connections, the foundations of choices and evaluations, societal approaches to psychological conditions, and the mental effects of pursuits including occupations and athletics.
Applicant must have successful completion of university preparatory courses, high school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA, Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community, Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement, Status as a first-generation university student, Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area and High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors. English proficiency level TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test, 550 or higher on the paper-based test and IELTS: 6.5 or higher