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The Bachelor of Science in Psychology program encompasses the field's key roles—conducting scientific research, educating, serving as a therapeutic practice, and exploring philosophical inquiries about human nature and societal values, highlighting psychology's philosophical roots. Students build expertise in scientific research methodologies centered on human cognition and behavior through a foundational course sequence. To complete the degree, learners can follow the general track by choosing classes across four thematic domains that expose them to psychology's therapeutic and philosophical dimensions while offering comprehensive discipline knowledge; alternatively, they may opt for specialized concentrations leveraging the distinctive resources of VCU's Psychology Department.
VCU applications for admissions and scholarship consideration will be reviewed based on academic performance at an accredited high school or on GED scores. The college preparatory curriculum is highly preferred. Extracurricular activities and employment experience may strengthen an application.
Essays are required of all applicants and must be submitted with the Common Application. At least one recommendation is preferred for all applicants. Applicants will be asked to submit recommender information before submitting the Common Application. Recommenders will be sent an email on the applicant’s behalf requesting a recommendation. First-year applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.