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What are some good college recommendations for an aspiring psychologist?

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Dr. Reeta’s Answer

The quality of your recommendations is what really counts so you'll want to ask professors that you've had a more personal connection with or had a decent amount of interaction with so they can speak about you in a more personable way. Ideally get a recommendation from one of your science professors and the rest should be within the behavioral sciences or psychology specifically
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Candice’s Answer

Before choosing a college itself, do some online research and locate schools in your area or online, based on your preference that offer what you may be interested in or seem to fit best for you. I recommend asking yourself the following first and then narrowing it down from there. Also keep in mind opportunities for this job in the community around you and beyond, for after you have completed school. In reference to psychology or being a Psychologist...

1. Are there specific issues you want to deal with?

- Addiction

- Anxiety

- Depression

- Eating Disorders

- Marriage

- Self Esteem


2. What age group or groups do you want to work with?

- Toddlers & Children

- Preteen & Teens

- Adults & Elders

Specific schools vary based upon the location and if you want to attend at a traditional brick and mortar campus or online? It is showing that you are based out of Montgomery, Alabama. So I would start by doing a Google search for "psychology schools" in that area. Again, it may be helpful to know what area you want to go into so that you can see if a local school actually offers that type of psychology program.
Thank you comment icon Hi Candice, do you have any school recommendations that might help this student get started on their search? Gurpreet Lally, Admin
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Dr. Ray’s Answer

Dear Cameron,


My apologies for the delay in answering your question. I went to college back at the dawn of history, in the 1960's, so I am not terribly conversant with current college programs. I do know that psychology is a very popular major so you should not have trouble finding a good program.


One thing you need to know is that there are very few jobs that require a bachelor's degree in psychology. If you want to function as a psychologist you will need at least a master's degree and preferably a Ph.D. So, unfortunately it is a rather long road. An undergraduate major in psychology is certainly fine, but a degree in any social science field would be ok as far as getting into graduate school is concerned. I would also suggest undergraduate courses in statistics and biology, and any courses that help you learn good writing and verbal communication skills.


I notice that both the University of Alabama and Auburn University have Ph.D. programs in psychology, which means that their undergraduate programs are probably quite good and close to home.


I wish you the best in pursuing your career goals. Feel free to contact me directly if I can be of any further help.

Dr. Ray recommends the following next steps:

contact universities in your area, or ones you are interested in attending, and ask for information on their psychology programs. They are usually good at responding.
If you are in high school talk to your guidance counselor. They often have a ton of information on colleges and financial aid.
It probably goes without saying but good high school grades are essential for acceptance at most good schools.
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