Psychology

Psychology Degree Overview

Interested in understanding human behavior, mental health, and the factors that shape personal growth? Gordon's Psychology degree combines scientific inquiry with a Christian understanding of the human person, preparing you to explore how the mind, brain, and behavior interact.

As a psychology major, you'll develop skills in research, critical thinking, and human development while examining real-world challenges related to mental health, relationships, and well-being. Through concentrations in Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Human Development, or General Psychology, you can tailor your studies to your interests and career goals.

Why earn a psychology degree at Gordon?

Psychology is ultimately about understanding and serving people. At Gordon, you'll study alongside faculty who are committed to your academic, professional, and spiritual growth while helping you connect psychological theory to real-world challenges.

Through coursework, mentorship, and research opportunities, you'll explore topics ranging from mental health and human development to psychological disorders and treatment approaches. Personalized internships allow students to gain practical experience in settings such as psychiatric hospitals, counseling centers, crisis response organizations, district courts, shelters, residential programs, and juvenile justice systems. 

How do Christian values shape the way we understand human behavior? 

Psychology seeks to understand people in all their complexity. Grounded in the Christian belief that every person is created in the image of God, Gordon's program encourages students to consider the biological, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of human experience.

By integrating faith and psychology, students learn to approach individuals with empathy, compassion, and respect while developing the knowledge and skills needed to support healing, growth, and human flourishing in diverse settings.