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What math classes should I take in junior/senior year for a psychology under-grad?

For psychology undergrad (psychiatrist end-goal), what math classes should I take junior and senior? (college credit general/stats or pre-calc/calc?)

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Thank you comment icon You'll need to speak with your advisor to find out what science courses are required for medical school. Your college or university probably has a pre-med track, which you'll follow as you also pursue your major. To become a psychiatrist, you need to complete a pre-med track and earn a bachelor's degree, take the MCAT, and apply to medical schools. Following four years of medical school, you'll apply for a residency in psychiatry. Blanche Williams, Ph.D.
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Theresa’s Answer

I’d suggest taking statistics. I took statistics in high school and in college. It will come in extremely handy if you have any interest in doing your own research studies whether on folks in general or outcomes research for folks you may serve as a psychologist, counselor, or psychiatrist in the field!
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I'd highly recommend stats! As a psychology major, I ended up taking no fewer than 3 stats classes in college, and having learned some of those concepts during high school was invaluable and helped me do better in my college classes.
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Briana’s Answer

I would prioritize AP classes that can count towards your college degree. It's a good idea to focus on statistics and chemistry if you have an interest in psychiatry. Statistics is often a required course for any undergraduate degree, so this will be a good start.
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