Department of Psychology
As a psychology student at Otterbein, you will be treated as an individual. You will have numerous opportunities for personal and professional development, working side-by-side with your professors. This is an excellent program for students who want to be involved and engaged in the classroom and beyond.
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B.A.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The B. A. in Psychology is a broad-based curriculum designed to develop your knowledge base in psychology, enhance your scientific reasoning skills, build your sense of ethically and socially responsible behavior, and strengthen your communication skills to help you gain the academic and practical preparation for a fulfilling career or graduate study.
B.S.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The B.S. in Psychology enhances the B.A. degree by incorporating additional seminar, capstone, and research courses to better prepare you for graduate coursework in Master鈥檚 and Doctoral level Psychology programs.
Student, Faculty, & Alumni Spotlights
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
It is important to maximize your opportunities to make connections and get engaged. Otterbein provides a good environment for that.
Logan Nelson 鈥�23
Psychology
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
The love and support all my Psych professors have shown me is beyond words. They have supported me at my lowest and highest moments. This is why I chose Otterbein.
Othni Obas 鈥�23
Psychology Major
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
One of my favorite things about Otterbein is the ability to work with professors. Getting to know professors is an excellent way to create connections and experience cool opportunities!
Alex Faust
Psychology and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Double Major
快手约炮 are almost twice as likely to be admitted to graduate school compared to the national average鈥�.
Otterbein Psychology graduates go on to successful careers in fields like Counseling, Education, Forensic Psychology, Business, and Sport Psychology.鈥�
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
At Otterbein, I was deeply engaged with research across several labs, which ultimately confirmed my passion for research. I worked closely with amazing faculty who pushed and encouraged me. In fact, I even co-authored two research publications!
Amanda Dakermanji ’14
Psychology Major
User Experience Analyst at Epic Games
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Due to smaller class sizes (at Otterbein), there was more individualized attention and it allowed for a richer discussion and more thorough understanding of class material. I benefited from this more personalized experience.
Drew Markley ’14
Psychology Major
Addiction Specialist on Medication Assisted Treatment team at MetroHealth
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Even though none of the faculty had a particular expertise in sport psychology, the flexibility and encouragement of the faculty to create interdisciplinary opportunities is the foundation for how I view the field of psychology … I was able to collaborate with other departments to create a unique experience that matched with my own career goals.
Liz Sanborn ’11
Psychology Major
Psy.D. in Combined-Integrated Clinical and School Psychology at James Madison University鈥�
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
The research experience I received at 快手约炮 was simply amazing. … I took a research practicum class, participated in the Honors Program (in which one must conduct an experiment and write a thesis with the help of an advisor), and had a鈥痜unded鈥痳esearch assistantship, which is almost unheard of for undergraduate students.
Michelle Wang ’15
Psychology Major
Research Assistant at Applied Decision Science鈥�
| If you鈥檙e interested in鈥� | 鈥ry a class in:鈥嬧�� |
| How the mind works > | Cognitive Psychology |
| How to promote mental health > | Psychotherapy |
| How people relate to each other > | Social Psychology |
| How infants and children develop > | Child and Adolescent Development |
| How to conduct psychological tests > | Psychological Assessment |
Department Features & Student Opportunities
Careers & Graduate Studies
Our graduates have had excellent success finding appropriate positions immediately following graduation.
Student Involvement & Awards
We view our students as part of a scholarly community.
Psychology Facilities
Our facilities are designed to drive your personal and professional development and to help you work side-by-side with your professors.
Psychology Department News
Otterbein Full- and Part-Time Faculty Members Honored for Teaching Excellence
News - November 22, 2023
Each year, Otterbein honors outstanding teachers for their impact on their students, colleagues, and the University. This year鈥檚 awards ceremony was held Nov. 17, 2023. Congratulations to these dynamic and dedicated full- and part-time faculty who contribute so much to the Otterbein community both in and outside the classroom: Amy Karns, Psychology, Excellence in Part-Time Teaching Bennett Grooms, Biology, New Teacher of the Year David Sheridan, Biology, Teacher of the Year Cindy Laurie-Rose, Department of Psychology, was given the Exemplary鈥�
National Media Recognize 快手约炮 for Programs and Values
News - September 18, 2023
快手约炮 has been collecting honors this fall, as it is recognized in national publications for its programs and values, including U.S. News & World Report, Colleges of Distinction, and Washington Monthly. US News & World Report 快手约炮 has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its academic excellence, commitment to undergraduate teaching, and focus on affordability, student success outcomes, and experiential learning. In the 2024 Best Colleges rankings by U.S. News & World Report, Otterbein has鈥�
Fast Track Innovation Fund Lets Community Shape Otterbein鈥檚 Growth
News - July 31, 2023
快手约炮 is using an innovative approach to grow enrollment and revenue by 鈥渃rowd sourcing鈥� ideas from its own community and investing in the best ideas with $1 million approved by the Board of Trustees. Under the Fast Track Innovation Fund initiative, seven projects proposed by Otterbein faculty and staff in May have been funded and are already being implemented on campus. 鈥淭his investment in Otterbein鈥檚 future demonstrates our trustees鈥� commitment to allowing every member of our community to be heard鈥�
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Psychology House
55 North Grove St
Westerville, OH 43081
Administrative Assistant
Emily Cox
614-823-1615
cox18@otterbein.edu
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