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Academic Advising
Academic Advising
As a Psychology student, you have access to a team of academic advisors.
About Psychology
The goal of the Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Springfield is to help students become familiar with the theoretical and research perspectives typical of most social sciences, while also allowing them to study topics of individual interest and value.
Psychology
Why Major in Psychology at UIS?
A Psychology major at the University of Illinois Springfield helps you understand human behavior and apply that knowledge in real-world settings. You’ll build skills in critical thinking, research, communication, and problem-solving—skills employers value across many fields.
Hometown: Streamwood, Illinois
Major: Psychology
Future Plans: Earn his master’s degree in mental health counseling
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Majors: Exercise Science and Psychology
Future Plans: Coach volleyball, earn a master’s degree in psychology
Graduate Education
Welcome to Graduate Education at UIS
We are pleased that you have chosen to explore our graduate degree and certificate programs. More than 40% of UIS students are engaged in graduate study, and most were attracted to UIS by an impressive combination of factors that include educational quality, value and campus location and setting.