{"id":107785,"date":"2019-07-24T10:19:53","date_gmt":"2019-07-24T15:19:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechicagoschool.edu\/insight\/?p=107785"},"modified":"2021-11-09T10:34:59","modified_gmt":"2021-11-09T16:34:59","slug":"what-to-do-with-ba-psychology-degree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechicagoschool.edu\/insight\/psychology\/what-to-do-with-ba-psychology-degree\/","title":{"rendered":"What you can do with a B.A. in Psychology"},"content":{"rendered":"

Imagine you\u2019re a college graduate with one of the most popular undergraduate degrees in the U.S.\u2014a B.A. in Psychology.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve endured long nights studying for your exams. You\u2019ve learned the basics principles of conducting careful research. You\u2019ve labored over your literature reviews and lab reports and mastered the ins-and-outs of APA style. You\u2019ve acquired a comprehensive, foundational knowledge of the human mind and human behavior. In other words, you\u2019ve striven to learn why people are the way they are.<\/p>\n

So, what happens now?<\/p>\n

Post-college adulthood can seem daunting for a psychology major, especially when others might try to claim the degree is a waste of time\u2014it\u2019s not<\/a>. But don\u2019t let uneasiness about your future prevent you from exploring the different opportunities available to you.<\/p>\n

What you can do with your psychology degree now<\/h3>\n

Despite what skeptics might say, psychology continues to be one of the most popular majors for undergraduates. Some may choose this field of study in the hopes of\u00a0pursuing a Ph.D. or Psy.D. <\/a>However,\u00a0<\/u>for those curious about what types of employment they can secure with an undergraduate degree, there are multiple options to consider.<\/p>\n

Graduates may be considered for entry-level jobs in advertising and marketing, business, education, human resources, medical and health services, and more. For detailed information on specific positions in these domains, read our more in-depth article about\u00a0careers with a B.A. in Psychology<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, it is important to prioritize employment opportunities that appeal to your interests or emphasize your abilities most. The benefit of a graduating with B.A. in Psychology is that the skills it focuses on are applicable across so many different industries\u2014so think big picture!<\/p>\n

But there is one big question you will need to address sooner or later. Are you hoping to further your education in the field?<\/p>\n

What you can do with your psychology degree later<\/h3>\n

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the demand for jobs in the field of psychology will increase for a number of occupations through 2026. Among them are\u00a0psychologists<\/a>,\u00a0marriage and family therapists<\/a>,\u00a0school and career counselors<\/a>,\u00a0mental health counselors<\/a>, and\u00a0college professors<\/a>.<\/p>\n

However, pursuing any one of these careers will likely require that you earn a graduate degree in psychology or related field.<\/p>\n

Many\u00a0psychology degrees<\/a>\u00a0in higher education will also require you to declare a concentration or specialization. Although the areas of focus in graduate and doctoral programs are many, the list below may help you refine your potential selections.<\/p>\n

Career Differences Between Psychology Branches<\/strong><\/h4>\n