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Psychological Studies

Major

The School of Education and Human Services

The Psychological Studies program offers a broad, flexible approach to understanding human behavior, thought, and relationships. Students explore how people think, learn, develop, and interact while building strong skills in critical thinking, communication, and ethical decision-making.

Academic Symposium student pointing to her research on a poster board

Opportunities & Outcomes

Rooted in a liberal arts education and Quincy University’s Catholic Franciscan values, the program prepares students to apply psychological insight in a variety of professional settings or to pursue graduate and professional study. This degree is ideal for students interested in people-centered careers that emphasize service, understanding, and leadership.

Career Pathways

A degree in Psychological Studies prepares students for a wide range of careers that focus on working with people, supporting organizations, and serving communities.

Human Services & Community Support

  • Case manager or human services assistant
  • Community outreach or support coordinator
  • Behavioral health or social services aide*
  • Nonprofit or advocacy organization staff

Healthcare & Wellness Support

  • Patient services or care coordinator
  • Mental health or behavioral health assistant*
  • Wellness or health education roles
  • Rehabilitation or support services positions

Education, Youth & Family Services

  • Youth program or student services coordinator
  • School or educational support roles
  • Child development or family services assistant
  • College admissions or student success roles

Business, Communication & Organizations

  • Human resources or talent support roles
  • Training and development coordinator
  • Customer experience or client services specialist
  • Marketing, research, or consumer insights assistant

Research, Data & Applied Analysis

  • Research or program evaluation assistant
  • Data collection or assessment roles
  • Behavioral research support positions
  • User or social research assistant

Graduate & Professional Pathways

  • Graduate study in psychology, counseling, or social work*
  • Clinical mental health or marriage and family therapy programs*
  • Law, education, public administration, or healthcare leadership
  • Doctoral or advanced study in psychology or related fields

*Additional certification, licensure, or graduate study may be required for some roles.

Programs of Study Offered

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychological Studies

Faculty Spotlight

Kristina Mouzakis, PhD

Kristina Mouzakis, PhD

Associate Professor of Psychology

Rick Buckwalter, MA

Rick Buckwalter, MA

Assistant Professor of Psychology

Brian C. Nolan PhD

Brian C. Nolan PhD

Professor of Psychology

Lindsey Reichert-Gully, PsyD

Lindsey Reichert-Gully, PsyD

Adjunct Assistant Professor of Human Services and Psychology

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree

Bonaventure Program

Every QU student’s foundation for our liberal arts education, involving service learning, signature courses, writing, technological literacy. Program Requirements

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