The Minor in Psychology provides a foundational understanding of human behavior and mental processes. Covering areas like cognitive, developmental, social, and behavioral psychology, this program enhances critical thinking and analytical skills. It’s a great complement to various majors, preparing students for careers in healthcare, education, business, and social services.
Required Courses (3 credits)
- Psych 105: Introduction to Psychology
Electives (your choice, 15 credits)
- See PSYCH course descriptions in the WSU Catalog
Get Started
Reach out to psych.advising@wsu.edu if you have questions.
Request approval
Once you are admitted to your primary major and have completed Psych 105 you can request to add the psych minor to your plan.
Important to note
- At least 9 credits of your 300-400 level psychology credits must be taken in residence at WSU or through WSU-approved education abroad or educational exchange courses.
- A minimum GPA of 2.00 or higher is required in all coursework used for the minor.
- Per academic regulation 54, transfer credit doesn’t count toward the required nine credits at the 300-400 level.
- We review admit to minor requests regularly. If it has been over three weeks since you completed the form, please feel free to reach out to us at psych.advising@wsu.edu.
- You can easily check your myWSU account to see if your minor has been added. While we don’t send notifications for approval, your account will reflect any updates promptly.
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