Admission to the Behavioral Sciences Program

All students seeking a degree with a major in Psychology or Behavioral Science must apply for and be admitted to the Behavioral Science Program or the Psychology Program prior to enrolling for any upper-level courses offered by the Behavioral Science Department. This process is in addition to the general admittance to Rochester College.

Admission Criteria

The following must be documented at the time of application:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.
• Completion of 30 hours, including the following core courses: ENG 1113 English Comp A ENG 1123 English Comp B MAT 1103 Intermediate Algebra (or higher level MAT) with a C-or higher. PSY 2013 General Psychology PSY 2223 Lifespan Development/PSY 2113 Psych. of Adjustment.
• Must complete lower level Psychology/Social Work Core courses with a grade of C or higher.
• Complete the Autobiographical and Professional/Career Goals Statement for the Behavioral Sciences Department. This should be approximately 3-5 pages in length and address your interest in psychology or social work and present your short and long-term goals for your career.

Application Process

1. Obtain from the Chair of the Department of Behavioral and complete an Application for Admission to the Department of Behavioral Sciences for either Psychology or Behavioral Science–Social Work.
2. Return the application to the Chair of the Department of Behavioral Sciences prior to the established deadlines for application:
   • Fall: Monday after Thanksgiving
   • Spring: Second Monday of April
3. The Department of Behavioral Sciences will review applications of all candidates for both Psychology and Social Work. All applicants will be notified of their admission status by letter from the Department of Behavioral Sciences.

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