Psychology (New York City)

Explore the Mind through a Global Lens

Our Psychology Department and degree programs value and celebrate diversity in students and faculty, offering profound learning experiences and research opportunities that transcend boundaries and foster global perspectives.

Ranked Best Developmental and Child Psychology Doctor’s Degree Schools (Source: College Factual)

One of the Best

Colleges for Psychology in the US (Source: Times Higher Education)

Ranked Best Applied Psychology Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York (Source: College Factual)

Degree Programs, Combined Degrees, and Minors

Our undergraduate degree programs, ranked as top psychology programs by U.S. News & World Report, offer valuable insights into human behavior and prioritize individualized mentoring and support to help you succeed.

Applied Psychology and Human Relations, BA

Psychology, BA

Applied Psychology and Human Relations, BA / Mental Health Counseling, MS

Psychology, BA / Psychology, MA

Neuroscience, Minor

Psychology, Minor

Sports Psychology, Minor

U.S. News and World Report badge of Best Colleges for Pace University Undergraduate Psychology Programs 2026

Graduate and Doctoral Degree Programs

Our psychology graduate and doctoral degree programs provide advanced training and research opportunities for students seeking to specialize and excel in various areas of psychological study.

Psychology, MA

School Psychology, MSEd

Clinical Psychology, Health Care Emphasis, PhD

School Psychology, PhD

School-Clinical Child Psychology, PsyD

Pace University's Psychology NYC professor Sonia Suchday and student reading over Psychology textbook

Pace University's McShane Center lobby with a person sitting in a chair being greeted by another

The McShane Center

As the training clinic for our well-established psychology training programs accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Center aims to remove barriers to care by providing high-quality, evidence-based treatments at an affordable rate to meet the needs of all community members.

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Enriching Opportunities

Students with professor sitting around round-table

Research Groups

Faculty members spearhead departmental research groups, welcoming all students to explore research opportunities spanning from parent-child psychology to the impact of digital media.

Two Pace University Psychology NYC students present research on a poster for a Psychology conference

Experiential Learning

Throughout many of our Psychology courses, you'll gain hands-on experience and knowledge through immersive real-world training, research conferences, internships, and more.

Left to right: Kathaleen Murillo, Brandon Brown, Dr. Lisa Rosenthal, Benjamin Gronich, DaSean Young, Camara Faria, Ashleigh Deosaran, Danielle Huertas, Amanda Frobosilo

Psychology Student Organizations

Beyond the research opportunities embedded in the curriculum, you'll have the chance to engage with the Psychology Club and Psi Chi Honors Society, both offering valuable professional experiences.

Peek into the Psyche: News and Stories

Exploring How Children Learn

For Psychology major and Honors College student Marina Alberto ’28, Pace is where passion meets purpose. Through hands-on research on child development, meaningful faculty mentorship, and leadership in the Psi Chi club, she’s exploring how children learn, and how Pace helps students grow.

Read Marina's Story