IIT College of Psychology
Our Students Are Different—And They Make a Difference
The College of Psychology immerses students in research, consulting, and practice opportunities, building their real-world skills.
Psychology Student Kevin Franke
IIT College of Psychology student Kevin Franke came to the university as a Camras Scholar who was in the top 1 percent of IIT’s applicant pool. Franke quickly adapted to university life and found the College of Psychology’s intimate environment conducive to reaching his academic goals.
Psychology Student Erik Johnson
Erik Johnson aims to one day teach psychology at the high school level and is particularly interested in the relationships that are built during that stage of life. He still keeps in contact with many of his former teachers at Amos Alonzo Stagg High School in Palos Hills, Ill.
In fall 2013, IIT College of Psychology will combine with the Departments of Humanities and Social Sciences to become IIT Lewis College of Human Sciences. The programs of this new college explore and explain the world--both the real and virtual--during a time of rapidly changing technology, and our students and faculty work at the nexus of knowledge, methods for discovery, human thought, innovation, creativity, and action.
The evidence-based curriculum for IIT’s College of Psychology is a foundation for a commitment to teaching psychology as a science. The college’s quantitative approach, along with outstanding research and internship opportunities, train you to lead change and measure results. Both coursework and field experience will prepare you to excel in graduate school or a career.
The school has a proud history of producing influential research. It is committed to using assessment as a core tool for maximizing the performance and quality of life for all, regardless of ability or disability.
Psychology at IIT occupies a place among IIT’s other colleges: law, engineering, architecture, business, design, applied technology, and sciences and letters.
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As a student in the College of Psychology you will have an opportunity to
- Participate in interdisciplinary academic collaborations
- Be exposed to global partnerships
- Become an exceptionally skilled psychologist who understands both the science and practice of helping people
- Study in a cross-disciplinary atmosphere, including IIT's respected Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) program
- Customize your education
- Work in immersion research, consulting, and opportunities that build real-world skills.
Courses for the B.S. in Psychology include
- Human Behavior
- Industrial Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
- Development
- Learning Theory
- Personality Theory
- Applied Research
Specialty Tracks for Undergraduates
- Culture, Conflict, and International Relations
- Psychology of Emerging Technologies
- The Human Environment
Dual-Degree Options
- B.S./M.S. in Personnel and Human Resource Development
- B.S./M.S. Rehabilitation Counseling
Minors
- Human Resources
- Organizational Psychology
- Psychology (general for non-majors)
- Rehabilitation Services