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Northern Vermont University is now part of Vermont State University! Please visit VermontState.edu for accurate information.

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Northern Vermont University will join with Castleton University and Vermont Technical College to become Vermont State University on July 1, 2023.

Visit VermontState.edu to learn more about Psychological Science for fall 2023.

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Psychology is the study of human behavior. It’s an ever-evolving field of science that touches every aspect of our lives. Psychologists work in laboratory and non-laboratory settings, explore complex personal and societal issues, use their research to improve lives, and help individuals and groups overcome challenges and improve performance.

Earn your associate or bachelor degree in psychology

Two degree options with limitless opportunity. Whether you choose to earn an associate or bachelor degree, our high-impact online psychology program will prepare you for a career in psychology and human services.

Psychology at Northern Vermont University

The psychology curriculum at NVU is comprehensive and thorough. Our faculty push you to question contentious issues in psychology and explore the psychological aspects of everything from the Civil War to gender to aging. You’ll learn the fundamentals of psychology and research, develop critical-thinking skills, and learn to analyze and integrate information from other disciplines to the field of psychology. A broad choice of electives in developmental, abnormal and social psychology allow expand your knowledge and allow you to tailor your degree toward a particular interest. As a culminating experience, with the support of your advisor, you’ll complete and document an internship or advanced research project in your home community.