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Psychology

Program Transfer Guide
Frostburg State University
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Effective
Fall, 2000 - Current
Instruction Methods
In person

About the Program

Open the door to understanding human thoughts, feelings and behaviors from many perspectives.
Dig into the fascinating and constantly changing study of how the mind works, from the ways culture influences it to how biochemistry embodies it, while studying in one of the most popular programs at Frostburg State University.

FSU’s psychology program emphasizes active learning, giving you the chance to learn about topics of psychology ranging from counseling, neuroscience, child development, addictions, animal behavior and how psychological principles apply to the workplace and daily life through active learning. Psychological research investigates practical issues that concern most people as well as theoretical ideas that challenge our critical thinking.

You will get the chance to work with your professors to conduct research and get practical hands-on experience while applying your knowledge in our very successful internship program. As you progress through the program, you'll work with our faculty to learn from a wide range of expertise and guidance as they help you pursue your goals. You'll have opportunities to help conduct research and get practical hands-on experience while applying your knowledge in our very successful internship program. 

PTG Requirements

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When there is No equivalency found, the ARTSYS database shows no equivalent course at Allegany College of Maryland. There might be a course yet to be evaluated by Frostburg State University that meets the requirement. Consult with your advisor.

Allegany College of Maryland Requirement
Frostburg State University Requirement
  • General Education Program - Core Skills
    9 - 10 credits
    With a grade of C or better
    Introductory Composition - Take 1 course from the following
    Mathematics - Take 1 course from the following
  • General Education Program - Mode of Inquiry, The Fine and Performing Arts Complete 1 course from 1 of the following groups
    3 credits
    With a grade of D or better
    Art
    Dance
    Music
    Theatre
  • General Education Program - Mode of Inquiry, Humanities Take 2 courses, 1 each from a different category below.
    6 credits
    With a grade of D or better
    History
    Language
    Literature
    Philosophy
    Communication
  • General Education Program - Mode of Inquiry, Natural Sciences Take 2 courses, 1 each from a different category below.
    7 - 8 credits
    With a grade of D or better
    Biology
    Notes: Can be used towards major requirements
    Notes: Can be used towards major requirements
    Chemistry
    Geography
    Environmental Science
    Physics and Physical Science
    Cosmic Concepts - both courses are required to get credit for the category
    And
    Astronomy - both are required to get credit for the category
    And
    Physics
    Interdisciplinary
  • General Education Program - Mode of Inquiry, Social Sciences Take 2 courses, 1 each from a different category below.
    6 credits
    With a grade of D or better
    Economics
    Geography
    Political Science
    Psychology
    Notes: Can be used towards major requirements
    Notes: Can be used towards major requirements
    Sociology
  • General Education Program - FSU Colloquia Take 2 courses, 1 each from a different category below.
    6 credits
    With a grade of D or better
    Colloquium
    Advanced Colloquium - Take the following OR one additional Modes of Inquiry course
    Take the following
  • General Education Program - Identity and Difference Take one of the following courses
    3 credits
    With a grade of D or better
  • Foundation Courses
    9 credits
    Complete at least 1 of the following with a C grade or better:
    Complete the following:
  • Fundamental Courses
    6 credits
    Take the following with a grade of C or better
  • Core Courses
    3 credits
    Complete at least 1 of the following with a C grade or better:
Grand Total Credits
58
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