Psychology at Rutgers–Camden
The Psychology program at Rutgers–Camden deepens students’ comprehension of human behavior within the context of people’s lives. We highly value various research methods in psychology, encompassing quantitative, qualitative, basic, and applied approaches. Our commitment extends to addressing disparities within the field of psychological science, and we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that promotes a broad understanding of psychology across diverse individuals, families, and communities.
Explore Our Programs
Undergraduate Program
Explore the undergraduate psychology curriculum requirements, and learning outcomes.
Graduate Program
Our graduate curriculum and training emphasizes scientific research methods that can be used to assist in the solution of real-world problems.
Accelerated Program
Undergraduates take up to three graduate psychology classes as undergraduates and complete the remaining seven classes in the graduate program.
Applied Psychology
Explore the Master’s in Applied Psychology with the coursework needed for Certification as a Behavior Analyst.
Latest Stories
Learn more about the Department of Psychology through the latest news on faculty research, book releases, and media appearances as well as stories about our exceptional students and alumni.
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Dr. Tamara Nelson Calhoun Receives the 2025 Carolyn Payton Early Career Award
Congratulations to Dr. Nelson Calhoun, who was the recipient of the 2025 Carolyn Payton Early Career Award from the American Psychological Association’s Society for the Psychology of Women, which was presented at APA’s Annual Convention this year! This award, sponsored by Division 35 Section I (Psychology of Black Women), recognizes the achievement of black women who……
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Fall 2025 Course Offerings Now Available
Here is our list of exciting courses on deck for Fall 2025 as they pertain to our undergraduate major and minor degree requirements. We also offer additional courses toward your general elective credits,see https://classes.rutgers.edu/. Core Requirements: Area Requirement #1: Brain, Mind, and Biological Perspectives courses Drugs and the BrainPsychology of ConsciousnessPhysiological PsychologySocial Cognitive & Affective……
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Dr. Kang Receives “Rising Star” Award
Congratulations to Professor Yoona Kang for receiving the “Rising Star” Award from the Association for Psychological Science. The APS Rising Star award recognizes researchers whose innovative work has already advanced the field and signals great potential for their continued contributions.
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Dr. Andrew Abeyta’s Research Featured by American Psychological Association
By Amy Novotney Citation: Novotney, A. (2023, December 18). Feeling nostalgic this holiday season? It might help boost your mental health: Here are psychologists’ tips for using the past to boost our well-being in the new year and beyond. American Psychological Association.https://www.apa.org/topics/mental-health/nostalgia-boosts-well-being
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Dr. Andrew Abeyta’s Research Featured in Psychology Today
By Arash Emamzadeh How Lonely People Can Make Their Lives Meaningful Citation: Emamzadeh, A. (2023, November 30). How lonely people can make their lives meaningful: Research shows nostalgia can restore life meaning for lonely individuals. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-a-new-home/202305/how-lonely-people-can-make-their-life-meaningful