BA in Psychology in Seattle United States | Seattle University

The Psychology Department immerses students in exploring diverse dimensions of psychological existence—individual, physical, relational, moral, societal, and cultural—through both reflective and empirical approaches. Faculty members incorporate extensive viewpoints and real-world expertise into their instruction. Rooted in clinical practice alongside quantitative and qualitative research, they integrate multiple frameworks into their teaching, spanning humanistic, phenomenological, depth psychology, social, behavioral, and cognitive perspectives. Their pedagogy also incorporates interdisciplinary insights from fields like literature, philosophy, history, and other social sciences. The curriculum features both conventional psychology courses (such as developmental, abnormal, social psychology, and research methods) and specialized offerings addressing vital yet frequently overlooked topics (including forgiveness, gender studies, political/ecological concerns, health psychology, existential-phenomenology, multicultural counseling, and creativity). Students are supported in gaining practical experience through job shadowing, volunteering, and practicum placements, which serve as valuable pathways for professional exploration and organizational exposure.