Associate of Science Psychology
The Associate of Science in Psychology is designed to prepare students for seamless transfer into NMU's Bachelor of Science in Psychology program. By completing foundational coursework and connecting with faculty and research opportunities early, students build a strong academic foundation for continued success.
Catalog Listing for the Psychology Associates Degree
To explore the Associate of Science in Psychology program, including the program description, required and elective courses, and available concentrations, select the link below to view the catalog listing.
Work Alongside Faculty
Build a strong foundation in psychology while gaining meaningful, hands-on experience. As an Associate of Science in Psychology student, you'll have opportunities to work alongside faculty, participate in research and experiential learning, and develop the critical thinking and analytical skills valued in the field. Designed as a pathway to a bachelor's degree, the program prepares you for a smooth transition into a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and continued success in your academic and professional journey.
BEAR Center
The BEAR Center is a university clinic and research facility that provides individualized behavior, learning, and research-based support for children, adolescents, adults, families, schools, and organizations to promote success and improve quality of life.
Neuropsychopharmacology Lab
In the Neuropsychopharmacology Lab, research assistants contribute to research on the brain, behavior, and mental health treatments while gaining experience that can lead to conference presentations and published research.
Toegel Laboratories
The Toegel Laboratory conducts research and mentors students in Psychology and Behavior Analysis. Here, students gain hands-on research experience focused on understanding basic and complex behavioral processes, evaluating and refining laboratory models, and evaluating clinical applications of behavioral principles.
CABIN Lab
Join the CABIN (Cognitive & Affective Behavior & Integrated Neuroscience) Lab and explore the neuroscience of climate change, emotion, cognition, and mental health through projects that contribute to conference presentations and published research.
LaCrosse Laboratory
Gain hands-on research experience in the LaCrosse Neuroscience Lab, investigating brain function, behavior, genetics, and the effects of disease and treatments while working alongside faculty on impactful research.
Social-Cognitive Psychology Lab
Gain faculty-mentored research experience in the ACORN Lab, where undergraduate and graduate students explore motivation, well-being, social cognition, and implicit bias while contributing to research that advances understanding of human behavior.