The Psychology (PSYCH) major introduces students to a range of domains, perspectives and questions of human experience, along with opportunities for exploring them through independent or collaborative research, social action, and/or critical reflection. Students are encouraged to evaluate how we come to understand human behavior and psychological processes, and to formulate critical questions about the field of psychology itself, including issues of power and human diversity.

Students at UW Bothell are encouraged to extend their knowledge of psychology to other fields of study and social contexts. While some students go on to pursue graduate study in clinical/counseling, or social work, others use psychological perspectives to inform their work in community development, health care, policy work, media and communications, business, education, and other fields.