Alternative Graduate Programs for Psychology Majors

An undergraduate degree in psychology offers excellent preparation for a wide variety of careers. While many undergraduate psychology majors later choose to study psychology in graduate school, some students opt for different educational and career paths. The great thing about an undergraduate degree in psychology is that is provides preparation for graduate study in a number of different areas. Psychology majors often go on to study education, counseling, or social work in graduate school. Some students even opt for continued study in law or medicine.

Before you choose a graduate program, it is important to consider your options and personal interests. If you’re thinking of pursuing graduate study outside of psychology, consider some of the following alternative graduate programs for psychology majors.

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