by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in psychology at SHU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates SHU among the top schools in the country for psychology, coming in at #59 out of 1,523 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Psychology Schools | 59 of 1,523 |
| Best Psychology Schools in Connecticut | 4 of 21 |
| Best Psychology Schools in the New England Region | 12 of 117 |
The following degree levels are offered in psychology at SHU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 137 |
| Master’s | 8 |
This psychology area of study at SHU covers the following majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Research and Experimental Psychology | 136 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 8 |
| Psychology, General | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Sacred Heart University awarded 8 master’s degrees in psychology.
SHU is not currently ranked for psychology at the master’s level.
For the most recent academic year available, 38% of psychology master’s degrees went to men and 62% went to women.
The majority of psychology master’s degree graduates at SHU were White. Approximately 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Sacred Heart University with a master’s in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at SHU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology | 137 |