Welcome to the Department of Psychology

WWU GIVE DAY - May 25, 2023
Support the Department of Psychology
Your donations can go THREE TIMES AS FAR with amazing matching opportunities!
2x Matching Opportunity for the Merle Prim Scholarship for Diversity and Inclusion
2x Matching Opportunity for Student Research and Conference Fund AND Unlock $1,000
PsychFest 2023
Join us Friday, June 2, to celebrate student research and scholarship!
Après PsychFest Reception: 5:30-7pm on the AW Skybridge - Please RSVP
The Department of Psychology at Western Washington University offers undergraduate programs of study that provide a solid foundation in the concepts and methods of psychology, as well as courses and programs for students in many of the more specialized areas of this large and exciting field.
Graduate programs are offered in three areas: Experimental, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and School Counseling.
The Department of Psychology also includes the Center for Cross-Cultural Research and participates in an Interdisciplinary Behavioral Neuroscience program.

2023-24 Counseling Info Sessions
Interested in graduate counseling programs? Join us...
COMING FALL 2023
Meet counseling faculty and current grad students and learn about:
- WWU's Counseling Programs
- General info including accreditation, expectations, coursework, etc.
- Application process, tips, and Q&A

Fall '23 Major Application Info Session
Join us for a brief program overview and application process review, including suggestions for crafting clear, authentic short answer essay responses.
Dates Coming Soon
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