What Can I Do With a Major In Psychology?
UGA Specific Information for Psychology
The major in psychology is designed to convey knowledge about the phenomena, laws, and theories of behavior and mental processes, as well as the experimental methods necessary to acquire that knowledge. Psychology is a field that studies processes areas as diverse as clinical behavior problems, child development, workplace violence, self-esteem, the effect of nutrition on vision, racial prejudice, memory, how people make decisions, anxiety disorders, cognition in primates, and the effect of different drugs on neurotransmitters in the brain.
Opportunities for graduates include careers in industrial, government, and other organizational settings; mental health settings; college/university teaching and research; and other professional areas.
Taken from UGA Bulletin.
Class of 2024 Career Outcomes for Psychology*
35%Employed Full-Time**
3%Employed Part-Time
3%Internships
52%Attending Grad School
** Includes Self-Employed
Campus Resources
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Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities
- Careers in Psychology
- Diversity-Related Research
- Graduate School in Psychology
- Graduate School Recommendation Letters Guidelines
- Labs and Research Groups
- News
- Undergraduate Internship
- Undergraduate Research Opportunities
- Association of School Psychologists
- Graduate Researchers in Educational Psychology
- Industrial-Organizational Psychology Student Association
- Pre-Counseling Club
- Psi Chi the National Honor Society in Psychology
- Psychology Educator Development Association
- Psychology Graduate Students Committee
- School Counselor Association at UGA
- Social and Personality Psychology at UGA
Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations
Find alumni on LinkedIn who have graduated from UGA with their Psychology degree. See what they are currently doing and how they got there! To find UGA alumni, search for UGA's LinkedIn profile and select Alumni from the menu in the left margin.
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Researching Careers: Regardless of the career that you desire to pursue, talking with professionals in that field is essential and can help validate your decisions. Use the Informational Interview guidelines in the UGA Career Guide to learn more about how to connect with individuals in your areas of interest.
Graduate School: If you are interested in going to graduate school, check out these Getting Into Graduate School resources on the UGA Career Center’s website. For additional graduate school help, meet with your Career Consultant at the UGA Career Center.
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Additional Career Research Resources
- O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.
- My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.
- Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.
- Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.
- Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.
- UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.
- Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance.
- Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.
- Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.
Employment Websites
General
- Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)
- LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!)
- Idealist (non-profit jobs)
- USAJobs (federal jobs)
Specific Job Boards and Internships
Professional Associations/Resources
American Psychological Association
- Accredited Doctoral Programs
- Careers in Psychology
- Doctoral degrees in psychology: How are they different, or not so different?
- Interesting Careers in Psychological Science
- Psychology Licensure
American School Counselor Association
National Association of School Psychologists
- A Career That Makes a Difference
- Selecting a Graduate Program
- Who Are School Psychologists
- Workforce & Salary Information
Employers/Position Titles Reported by Class of 2024 Psychology Majors
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Employer | Position Title(s) |
|---|---|
| 770GoodLaw | Paralegal |
| Acuity Dental | Dental Assistant |
| Advantage Behavioral Health Systems | Therapeutic Childcare Coordinator |
| Advantage Behavioral Health Systems | Mental Health Case Manager |
| Ally Financial | Consumer Underwriter |
| American Income Life | Insurance Agent |
| American School for the Deaf | Teacher Aide |
| Aprio | Information Assurance Services Associate |
| Astra Plastic Surgery | Medical Staff |
| Athens Community Council on Aging | Life Enrichment Coordinator |
| Athens Retina Center | Medical Assistant |
| Athens-Clarke County Transit | Marketing and Community Outreach Intern |
| Atlanta Braves | Uniform Control Specialist |
| Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases | Medical Assistant |
| Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases | Medical Assistant |
| Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center | Medical Assistant |
| Bark Dog Spa & Boutique | Receptionist |
| Behavioral Health Link | Registered Behavior Technician |
| BlueSprig Pediatrics | Registered Behavior Technician |
| BlueSprig Pediatrics | Registered Behavior Technician |
| Breckenridge Grand Vacations | Front Desk Agent |
| Burn Bootcamp | Lead Trainer |
| Chacko Allergy Asthma and Sinus Center | Medical Assistant |
| Chick-fil-A | Manager |
| Children's Hospital Colorado | Clinical Research Coordinator |
| Children's Medical Group | Medical Assistant |
| Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta | Radiology Techcnical Assistant |
| Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta | Registered Behavior Technician |
| Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta | Registered Behavior Technician |
| Chisolm and Cromer Family Medicine | Medical Assistant |
| CINC Systems | Payment Processing Specialist |
| Clark Laser & Cosmetic Dermatology | Medical Assistant |
| Clark Laser & Cosmetic Dermatology | Medical Assistant |
| Clarke County School District | Long Term Substitute Teacher |
| Clearline Dermatology | Medical Assistant |
| Close Relationships Lab | Research Assistant |
| Connecticut Children's | Medical Assistant |
| Costal Pedatrics | Medical Assistant |
| Crazy Legs Productions | Intern |
| Crunch Fitness | Personal Trainer |
| CTC Technology & Energy | Staff Broadband Analyst |
| Democracy House | Young Leaders Summer Institute Fellow |
| Dental College of Georgia | Dental Assistant |
| Department of Law | Medicaid Fraud Investigator |
| Dermatology and Surgery Specialists of North Atlanta | Medical Assistant |
| District Attorney's Office | Victim Advocate |
| Easy Street Capital | Credit Analyst |
| Eating Recovery Center | Behavioral Health Counselor |
| Emory University | Research Coordinator |
| Esse Dermatology | Medicial Assistant |
| Florida State Hospital | Music Therapy Intern |
| Georgia College Advising Corps | College & Career Adviser |
| Georgia Department of Human Services - Division of Family & Children Services | Social Services Specialist |
| Georgia Family First | Behavior Aid |
| Georgia Retina | Ophthalmic Technician |
| Georgia Skin & Cancer Clinic | Medical Assistant |
| Georgia Skin Cancer & Aesthetic Dermatology | Medical Assistant |
| GLG | Client Solutions Associate |
| Goodman McGuffey | Paralegal |
| Greater Houston OB/GYN | Medical Assistant |
| Gwinnett County Police Department | Communications Officer |
| H&R Block | Receptionist |
| Haddock Baptist Church | Student Minister |
| Health District of Northern Larimer County | Program Assistant |
| Hope Springs Counseling | Practice Administrator |
| Hudson Lambert Parrott LLC | Paralegal |
| IBM | Consultant |
| Inspire Ob/Gyn | Certified Medical Assistant |
| International Charter School of Atlanta | Paraprofessional |
| Jackson and Coker | Customer Care Coordinator |
| Jackson and Coker | Recruiting Search Consultant |
| JLL Technologies | Business Development Manager |
| Kennesaw State University | Research Assistant |
| LifeMed Institute | Medical Assistant |
| Locum Tenens | Account Sales Representative |
| Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. | Social Impact Coordinator |
| Marketing Boss | Marketing Assistant |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Patient Care Technician |
| Metware Biotechnology Inc | Business Development Executive |
| Michigan Medicine | Research Technician |
| Mini Cooper | Brand Ambassador |
| Morgan Stanley | Financial Services Representative |
| National Therapy Centers | Lead RBT |
| Neurofit 360 | Physical Therapy Technician |
| North Atlanta Vascular Clinic and Vein Center | Medical Assistant |
| North Point Community Church | InsideOut Production & Creative Director |
| Northeast Georgia Health System | Medical Assistant |
| Oaks Street Health | Medical Scribe |
| Octapharma Plasma | Plasma Processing Technician |
| Okelley and Sorohan Attorneys at Law | Pre-Closer |
| OneDigital | Corporate Benefits Assistant |
| OPE | Office Staff |
| Palo Alto Networks | Professional Services Consultant, XDR |
| Paloma Park | Assistant Manager |
| Peter Pan Learning | Assistant Teacher at FACS-Child & Family Development Center |
| Piedmont Healthcare | Medical Assistant |
| Piedmont Healthcare | Medical Assistant |
| Pinnacle Autism Services | Registered Behavior Technician |
| Pond & Company | Human Resources Intern |
| Porsche Financial Services | Human Resources Intern |
| ProCare Therapy | Account Executive |
| ProCare Therapy | Account Executive |
| Puchheim Gymnasium | Assistant Teacher |
| Renaissance Life and Health Insurance Company of America | Group Sales Executive |
| Republic National Distributing Company | Sales Representative |
| Resurgens Orthopedics | Medical Assistant |
| Revolving Sushi Factory | Hostess & Waitress |
| Rib Country | Server |
| Samsara | Account Development Representative |
| Self-employed | Entrepreneur |
| Self-employed | Entrepreneur |
| Self-employed | Freelancer |
| Soliant Health | Account Executive |
| Southeast Regional Center | Office Assistant |
| Starbucks | Shift Supervisor |
| Stepping Stones Academy | Child Care Assistant |
| Super Scribe | Scribe |
| Teach For America | Teacher |
| TeamUp Mentoring | Program Specialist |
| Texas Roadhouse | Server |
| The Hershey Company | Territory Sales Lead |
| The Home Depot | Associate |
| The Morris Estate | Event Coordinator |
| The Windward School | Teacher in Residence |
| Toyota | Management Trainee |
| Turknett Leadership Group | Operations Analyst |
| United Orthopedics, LLC | Sales Representative |
| United Orthopedics, LLC | Sales Representative |
| University of Georgia | Assistant Teacher |
| University of Georgia | Laboratory Technician |
| University of Georgia | Police Officer |
| University of Georgia | Research Assistant |
| University of Georgia | Research Lab Coordinator |
| University of Georgia | Research Technician |
| University of Georgia | Retail Dining Sales Associate |
| University of Southern California | Laboratory Technician |
| Upward Autism Center | Registered Behavioral Technician |
| Verras Pediatrics | Medical Assistant |
| Waseca Montessori School | Teacher |
| Wells Fargo | Human Resource Developmental Program Analyst |
| Willow Bridge | Talent Acquisition Intern |
| Wiregrass Resource Group | Employment Specialist |
| Young Harris College | Internship and Residence Life Coordinator |
| Zenith | Associate Planner |
* denotes no responses received.
*Source: Areas above marked with an Asterisk (*) have been created utilizing data taken from the UGA Career Outcomes Survey. The "Employers Hiring...," "Job Titles of...," "Career Outcomes for...," and "Graduate/Professional Schools and Programs..." information listed above represent UGA Class of 2024 Graduates. The lists are not exhaustive and therefore do not represent all potential career options. Click here for more detailed Career Outcomes information regarding this major.
Graduate/Professional Schools Attended by Class of 2024 Psychology Majors
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Graduate School | Program(s) |
|---|---|
| Agnes Scott College | Mental Health Counseling, MA |
| American University | Law, JD |
| Arizona State University | Counseling, Master’s |
| Arizona State University | Human Resources and Employment Law, MHREL |
| Athens Technical College | Interdisciplinary Studies, Associate's |
| Athens Technical College | Nursing, ASN |
| Auburn University | Anesthesia, MS |
| Augusta University | Psychological Sciences, MS |
| Augusta University | Medicine, MD |
| Augusta University | Medicine, MD |
| Augusta University | Medicine, MD |
| Augusta University | Medicine, MD |
| Augusta University | Medicine, MD |
| Augusta University | Occupational Therapy, MHS |
| Augusta University | Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN |
| Augusta University | Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN |
| Augusta University | Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN |
| Augusta University | Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN |
| Augusta University | Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN |
| Augusta University | Clinical Nurse Leader, MSN |
| Augusta University | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| Augusta University | Counselor Education, MEd |
| Augusta University | Dentistry, DMD |
| Augusta University | Dentistry, DMD |
| Barry University | Kinesiology & Human Performance, Master’s |
| Belmont University | Occupational Therapy, DOT |
| Belmont University | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| Breath of Life | Medical Assistant, Certificate |
| Brenau University | Nursing, Registered Nurse |
| Brenau University | Occupational Therapy, MS |
| Case Western Reserve University | Anesthesia, Master’s |
| Chicago School of Professional Psychology | Program Not Specified, Professional |
| College of Coastal Georgia | Nursing Pre Licensure, BSN |
| Converse University | Marriage and Family Therapy, Master’s |
| Dartmouth College | Integrative Neuroscience, PhD |
| Duke University | Nursing ABSN, ABSN |
| East Tennessee State University | Counseling, Master’s |
| Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine | Osteopathic Medicine, DO |
| Emory University | Epidemiology, MPH |
| Emory University | Law, JD |
| Emory University | Master of Nursing, MSN |
| Emory University | Master of Nursing, MSN |
| Emory University | Master of Nursing, MSN |
| Emory University | Master of Nursing, MSN |
| Emory University | Medicine, MD |
| Emory University | Nursing, Bachelor’s |
| Florida State University | Art Therapy, MS |
| Florida State University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MA |
| Florida State University | Counseling Psychology and School Psychology, Combined PhD |
| FLYT Aviation | Private Pilot License |
| Gallaudet University | School Psychology, PsyD |
| Georgetown University | Medicine, MD |
| Georgia Southern University | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| Georgia Southern University | Psychology, MS |
| Georgia Southern University | School Psychology, EdS |
| Georgia State University | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| Georgia State University | Program Not Specified, Bachelor’s |
| Georgia State University | School Counseling, Master’s |
| Georgia State University | School Psychology, EdS |
| Georgia State University | School Psychology, Specialist |
| Georgia State University | School Psychology, Specialist |
| Georgia State University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MS |
| Georgia State University | Health Administration, MBA |
| Georgia State University | Law, JD |
| Grand Canyon University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MS |
| Jacksonville University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Degree Not Specified |
| Johns Hopkins University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master’s |
| Kennesaw State University | Post Baccalaureate Certificate |
| Kennesaw State University | Nursing, BSN |
| Kennesaw State University | Social Work, MSW |
| Kennesaw State University | TESOL, Master’s |
| Liberty University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MA |
| Life University | Chiropractic, DC |
| Louisiana State University | Law, JD |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Occupational Therapy, OPT |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Occupational Therapy, OTD |
| Mercer University | Medicine, MD |
| Mercer University | Medicine, MD |
| Mercer University | Medicine, MD |
| Mercer University | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| Mercer University | Graduate/Professional Studies |
| Mercer University | Graduate/Professional Studies |
| Mercer University | Public Health, MPH |
| Middle Georgia State University | Pre Licensure BSN, BSN |
| New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary | Seminary, MDiv |
| New York University | Dentistry, DDS |
| North Carolina State University | School Psychology, PhD |
| Northeastern University | Applied Educational Psychology, MA |
| Nova Southeastern University | Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN |
| Nova Southeastern University | General Psychology, Degree Not Specified |
| Nova Southeastern University | Osteopathic Medicine, DO |
| Oakland University | Medicine, MD |
| Pennsylvania State University | Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Doctoral |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Finance, Master’s |
| Purdue University | Psychology, Master’s |
| Richmont Graduate University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MA |
| Richmont Graduate University | Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master’s |
| Rutgers University | Data Science, Master’s |
| Samford University | Physician Assistant Studies, MS |
| Savannah Technical College | Interdisciplinary Studies, Associate's |
| South College | Physician Assistant, MA |
| Southern College of Optometry | Optometry, OD |
| Southern College of Optometry | Optometry, OD |
| Texas A&M University | Legal Studies, Master’s |
| Texas A&M University | Neuroscience, PhD |
| The George Washington University | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| The Ohio State University | Human Resource Management, Master’s |
| The University of Baltimore | Law, JD |
| The University of Chicago | Social Sciences, MA |
| Touro University | Dentistry, DDS |
| University of California, Los Angeles | Business Analytics, MS |
| University of Denver | Sport Performance Psychology, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Public Administration, MPA |
| University of Georgia | Public Administration, MPA |
| University of Georgia | Artificial Intelligence, MS |
| University of Georgia | English, MA |
| University of Georgia | Biochem and Molecular Biology, PhD |
| University of Georgia | Comparative Biomedical Science, MS |
| University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Kinesiology, MS |
| University of Georgia | Finan Plan Hous and Cons Econ, MS |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Forest Resources, MFR |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Nonprofit Mgmt & Leadership, MA |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Business Analytics, MSBA |
| University of Georgia | Nutritional Sciences, MS |
| University of Georgia | Sociology, PhD |
| University of Georgia | Special Education, Master's |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Comparative Biomedical Science, PhD |
| University of Georgia | Marketing Research, MMR |
| University of Georgia | Educational Psychology, MA |
| University of Georgia | Marketing Research, MMR |
| University of Georgia | Public Health, MPH |
| University of Georgia | Marketing Research, MMR |
| University of Georgia | Public Health, MPH |
| University of Georgia | Journalism and Mass Comm, MA |
| University of Georgia | Law, JD |
| University of Georgia | Law, JD |
| University of Georgia | Law, JD |
| University of Georgia | Law, JD |
| University of Georgia | Business and Technology, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Marketing Research, MMR |
| University of Georgia | Educational Psychology, MA |
| University of Georgia | Educational Psychology, MA |
| University of Georgia | Human Development and Fam Sci, MS |
| University of Georgia | Human Development and Fam Sci, MS |
| University of Georgia | Professional Counseling, MEd |
| University of Georgia | Professional Counseling, MEd |
| University of Georgia | Professional Counseling, MEd |
| University of Georgia | Professional Counseling, MEd |
| University of Georgia | Professional Counseling, MEd |
| University of Georgia | Professional Counseling, MEd |
| University of Georgia | Psychology, PhD |
| University of Georgia | Program Not Specified, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Social Work, MSW |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Georgia | Applied Behavior Analysis, Master’s |
| University of Hartford | Program Not Specified, Bachelor’s |
| University of Michigan | Law, JD |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | Counseling, Degree Not Specified |
| University of North Georgia | General Studies BSN, Bachelor’s |
| University of North Georgia | Physical Therapy, DPT |
| University of Notre Dame | Law, JD |
| University of Pennsylvania | Interdis Studies Human Development, Degree Not Specified |
| University of South Carolina at Columbia | Law, JD |
| University of South Florida | Social Work, Master’s |
| University of Tennessee | Social Work, Master’s |
| University of Tennessee | Law, JD |
| University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Denistry, DDS |
| University of Texas at Austin | Social Work, MSW |
| University of West Florida | Exceptional Student Education Comprehensive - Applied Behavior Analysis, MA |
| University of West Georgia | Program Not Specified, Bachelor’s |
| University of West Georgia | Program Not Specified, Bachelor’s |
| Valdosta State University | Industrial and Organizational Psychology, MS |
| Valdosta State University | Marriage and Family Therapy, Degree Not Specified |
| Valdosta State University | Nursing, Bachelor’s |
| Vanderbilt University | Nurse-Midwifery/Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN |
| Vanderbilt University | Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care, Master’s |
| Vanderbilt University | Law, JD |
| Vanderbilt University | Human Development Counseling, Master’s |
| Vanderbilt University | Human Development Counseling, MEd |
| Vanderbilt University | Law, JD |
| Vanderbilt University | Women’s Health/Gender-Related Nurse Practitioner, Master’s |
| Villanova University | Psychological and Brain Sciences, Master’s |
| Wheaton College | Biblical and Theological Studies, Master’s |
| Winthrop University | School Psychology, Master’s |
* denotes no responses received.