Psychology | Springfield College

Psychology

Major or minor
Bachelor of Science
About This Program
Program Contact

Matthew Brubaker, PhD
Interim Department Chair of Psychology 
Program Director of Psychology 
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Department of Psychology
(413) 748-3472
mbrubaker@springfield.edu

Curriculum and Delivery
Graduate Success and Careers
Paying for Your Education
Upcoming Events

Fall Open House
10/19, 11/2, or 11/9
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Students study in the Learning Commons

Understand Human Behavior.

Springfield College remains in the forefront of psychology education by providing the community with broadly trained, practically experienced professionals who are prepared to enter the workplace. Students in the Psychology major explore topics such as research methods, human development, motivation and learning, human relations in organizations, and interviewing and counseling. The goals of Springfield College’s undergraduate psychology program are to introduce students to the primary areas of importance in psychology and to prepare them for ever-growing career opportunities.

Career opportunities for psychology majors can be as varied as health and wellness programs, employee relations, therapeutic childcare assistance, or mental health services in hospitals, residential treatment centers, nursing homes, and mental health agencies. Psychology majors may also opt to seek licensure as an early childhood teacher for students with and without disabilities (PreK-2).

In addition to preparing students to enter the workplace as well-prepared and broadly-trained professionals, psychology students will receive the pre-training that is required to enter graduate school in psychology or in one of the applied fields. 

"Overall, the impactful presence of the faculty has not only elevated my understanding of the subjects but has also contributed immensely to my personal and professional growth during my time at Springfield College." Mackenzie Ritchie '25
Mackenzie Ritchie - Springfield College
“I took classes such as Interviewing and Counseling, which helped me decide in which direction I wanted to take my degree. I also was able to get internship experience early into my college career, which helped me navigate my future.” Leigh Ostrander '14
Leigh Ostrander, psychology graduate
"A big part of early childhood development is the psychological aspect of growth. I knew I wanted a minor where I could explore the human mind throughout development, specifically in the early childhood ages. Having this minor has allowed me to recognize what stages of development a child is in that I may be working with, or see what stages they will be transitioning to in the near future." Maggie Skorka '25 (Psychology Minor)
Maggie Skorka 2025
Incoming first year Springfield College students participate in June Orientation on Alden Street
Core Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed in faithfulness to the Springfield College mission and to further strengthen the Humanics philosophy of educating students in spirit, mind, and body.

Student at the Learning Commons
Career Center

The Career Center’s mission is to educate, inspire, and empower students and alumni to effectively make well-informed career decisions. The staff is committed to student learning and development, and offers a variety of opportunities and programming for students and alumni.

Academic Success offers readily and easily accessible services
Academic Success

Academic Success offers readily and easily accessible services including support in writing, mathematics, science, subject area tutoring, learning strategies and time management counseling, and assistance for students with documented disabilities.

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