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The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services, home to the Psychology Department, stands among the top 2% of graduate education colleges nationwide.
Additionally, the college secured third place for total research funding received, as reported by U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Graduate Schools. Faculty in the Psychology Department work closely with students on diverse research initiatives, ranging from parenting programs for Latino communities to treatments for anxiety disorders, early childhood cognition studies, drug abuse modeling in animals, and behavioral impulsivity research. Students frequently present at national conferences, contribute to academic publications, and pursue grant opportunities. School Counseling (MEd): This program prepares future school counselors for roles in K-12 educational environments, covering comprehensive guidance program development. The curriculum addresses counseling techniques for diverse groups, behavioral and academic evaluation methods, research fundamentals, career guidance, and professional ethics. This unique program is exclusively available through Statewide or distance education campuses.