Psychology
Explore the Mind and Beyond as a Psychology Major at UNC Asheville
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program at the University of North Carolina Asheville gives you the opportunity to study what you’re passionate about, then dive deeper than ever before. While you delve into the human mind and the behaviors that drive us, we’ll be clearing the way for you to achieve your goals and reach your full potential.
Rigorous Coursework
UNC Asheville’s Psychology curriculum provides a broad foundation in the scientific study of behavior and mental processes while allowing students to pursue areas of individual interest. Majors complete courses across the discipline — including biological, cognitive, developmental, clinical, and social psychology — along with training in statistics and research methods. Students can also explore interdisciplinary connections through electives or add a neuroscience minor to deepen their understanding of the links between biology and psychology.
Career Paths
A psychology degree from UNC Asheville opens the door to a wide range of career paths across industries like healthcare, research, education, and business. Graduates are well-prepared to apply their understanding of human behavior in diverse professional settings or continue their education in fields such as medicine, law, or education. Whether entering the workforce directly or pursuing advanced study, psychology majors gain valuable skills that translate into meaningful and flexible career opportunities.
Conduct Your Own Undergraduate Research
When you pursue a psychology bachelor’s degree at UNC Asheville, you’ll learn the fundamentals of the discipline and develop open-minded skepticism through training in psychological theory, research, and application. What’s more, you can conduct original research through our nationally recognized Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Program (URCAP) and can even earn up to six hours of credit for your research or fieldwork.
Explore the Wonders and Intricacies of the Mind
How does the human mind work, and how does this shape the world we live in? As a Psychology major at UNC Asheville, you’ll explore these compelling topics and more through the scientific study of the mind and behavior.
A Path to Success
Beyond becoming psychologists, UNC Asheville Psychology graduates have built careers across healthcare, research, business, law, and education. Many continue their studies in graduate and professional programs, earning master’s and doctoral degrees that open doors to advanced opportunities. Alumni have also launched successful businesses, including private practices and law firms, showcasing the versatility of a psychology degree and the wide range of paths it makes possible.
John Baley
John Baley is the director of psychology at the Black Mountain Neuromedical Treatment Center and the managing attorney at a boutique law firm in Asheville, NC. His work focuses on supporting improved behavioral health and social equity for everyone, particularly historically underserved populations.
Kylee Frye
Kylee Frye serves as the Resiliency Coordinator for the Boys and Girls Club of Henderson County, working as an advocate promoting youth mental health, integrating mental health services for Boys and Girls Club members and providing education, training, and support to staff, families, and the community.
Tuesday Feral
Mx. Tuesday Feral (they/them) is a business owner and a licensed counselor in private practice in Western North Carolina. For 10 years they served as the founding director of the support programs at Tranzmission, a non-profit that serves nonbinary and transgender people.
PAL Lecture Series
PAL Lecture Series
The Psychology And Life (PAL) Lecture Series at UNC Asheville brings students together with professionals, scholars, and practitioners from a variety of psychology-related fields. Through engaging talks and interactive discussions, students gain insight into real-world applications of psychological theory, explore career paths, and connect classroom learning with current issues in the discipline. The series includes lectures, films, and related events held throughout each semester.
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
The Psych Club at UNC Asheville offers students a fun, supportive, and academically focused community for exploring their interest in psychology. Established in 1929, Psi Chi recognizes and promotes excellence in scholarship while advancing the science of psychology, and provides opportunities to plan and host psychology-related events on campus, connect with peers, and engage with faculty and staff outside the classroom. These activities foster networking, leadership, and collaboration while building a stronger connection to the discipline.
Students who wish to take their involvement further may join Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology.. Membership offers additional opportunities for academic growth, professional development, and recognition.
Meet the Faculty
Meet the Faculty
Unlike larger universities, we offer smaller classes taught by professors, not teaching assistants, and the opportunity to collaborate closely with faculty. Our psychology department is a community of scholars dedicated to supporting each other as we work together to make the world a better place through the knowledge and best practices of the discipline.
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