Psychology Advising Information

• Courses and Requirements - Major
• Degree Planner - Major
• Courses and Requirements - Minor
• Degree Planner - Minor

Applying to the Major

1. Make sure you've completed PSY 101 and PSY 315.  
2. Write the application essay. Use the Major Declaration Paper rubric (PDF) when writing this paper. This APA style 3-4 page paper focuses on three main areas:
   1. Why do you want to be a psychology major? Include at least three reasons and also include your perceived strengths and weakness related to those reasons.
   2. What are the benefits of attaining a psychology major from a Christian liberal arts college? What are your career goals?
   3. What skills and abilities do you wish to learn from the program? What are your learning goals?
3. Complete the "Application to Declare a Major" form, which you should obtain from your current advisor.
4. Submit the Major Application Form signed by your mentor to the registrar. Email your application essay to Dr. Close wendy.close@wlc.edu.
5. Dr. Close will contact you to set up an interview time with the psychology faculty. The interview serves as a chance for the faculty to meet you and review your application essay. 

The entire psychology faculty is eager to serve you and assist you in reaching your goals at Wisconsin Lutheran College. Please feel free to contact any of the psychology faculty with questions or concerns related to this process.