Hey all, rising junior here. I've been thinking a lot about which college I want to apply to next year. I'm pretty set on majoring in psychology and I'm looking at schools in New York. Any suggestions? How is the faculty and what opportunities are available for students in these programs? Thanks in advance for any advice!
Hey there! New York has many awesome colleges and universities where you might study psychology. These include Columbia University, New York University (NYU), and Cornell University, which are all highly respected institutions with robust psychology departments.
Columbia boasts a comprehensive psychology program with several areas of concentration depending on your interests, such as cognitive neuroscience, sensation and perception, and social and personality psychology. They offer research opportunities that can provide you with practical experience in the field and let you work closely with accomplished faculty.
Down the road, NYU's psychology program is well-regarded and offers a few different tracks to tailor the program to your interests, including a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Psychology which focuses more on research and application of psychological theory. They also offer opportunities for undergraduate research, a vital part of a strong psychology program.
Finally, while not located in New York City, Cornell University in Ithaca offers an excellent psychology program as well. This department is known for its strong focus on research. Like the others, it has numerous opportunities to engage in research and work closely with faculty.
Keep in mind that access to internships and clinical experiences might vary based on the school's location and resources, so if these are crucial to your career goals, you’ll want to look into what each school offers. For instance, urban schools like Columbia and NYU might offer opportunities at diverse range of clinics, hospitals, bureaus or organizations right in the city.
Remember to consider not only the school's academic reputation, but also its fit for you as an individual - campus culture, accessibility of professors, availability of financial aid, and so on. You're bound to find an amazing fit for studying psychology in New York!
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