PSYC, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Language 1150, 1250, and 1350 | Foreign Language or ASL 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
| PSYC 1200 Introductory Psychology | PSYC 100 |
| HIST 1200, 1210, or 2310 | HIST 126, 127, 128, 136, 137, 146, 147 or 148 |
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU.
For courses not found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in major: 65
- GPA cumulative minimum: 2.0
- GPA major minimum: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Use MySeattleU for planning courses.
- Meet with a Career Advisor for guidance.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for further information.
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Module III* (5) | PSYC 3030 Statistics and Research Methods I* (7) | PSYC 3050 Statistics and Research Methods II* (8) |
| Course 3 | PSYC 2050 Writing for Research in Psychology* (5) |
PSYC Elective* (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via MySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | PSYC 3700 History and Schools of Psychology* (5) |
PSYC Elective* (5) | PSYC 4890 Senior Seminar* (5) |
| Course 2 | PSYC Elective* (5) | PSYC Elective* (5) | PSYC Elective* (5) |
| Course 3 | PSYC Elective* (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III.
See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See
my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for
course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have
different Core requirements.
Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Entry into the major requires a 2.75 grade point average.
- All majors must obtain a minimum grade of C (2.00) in the Required Courses: PSYC 1200, 2050, 3030, 3050, 3700, and 4890.
- No more than 10 total credit hours of independent study and/or
practicum are permitted. Up to 10 credits of courses graded CR may apply towards the major. - All majors must complete at least 30 credits in the major at Seattle
University. PSYC 2050, 2030, 3050, and 4890 must be completed at
Seattle University. - PSYC 2050 must be taken by fall of senior year and before PSYC
3030, 3050, 3700, and 4890. - CRJS 3010&3020 (10 credits) may substitute for PSYC 3030&3050 for BA Psychology students earning a double major or double degree with Criminal Justice.