PSYCHOLOGY HONORS CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS 48-HOUR MAJOR
(for students entering OSU prior to AU08)
In order to graduate with a major in Psychology and Honors in the Arts and Sciences, a student must have an Honors contract signed by Dr. Alisa Paulsen, psychology honors advisor, and approved by the Arts and Sciences Honors Committee. Honors students majoring in Psychology follow the same content requirements as non-Honors students. However, psychology Honors students are strongly encouraged to take Psychology 100H and are expected to select challenging psychology coursework, including psychology Honors courses.
In regards to the psychology major, an Honors contract must include at least two upper-level psychology Honors courses (200 level through 600 level only). A list of psychology Honors courses is available in the Psychology Advising Office and on our web site. In addition, a psychology Honors Contract must exhibit a significant level of rigor, which may be demonstrated by any of the following:
- Taking two (200 – 600 level) psychology honors courses and completing at least 60 credit hours in the major (including significant 500- and 600-level coursework)
- Taking three (200 – 600 level) psychology honors courses and completing at least 54 credit hours in the major
- Taking four (200 – 600 level) psychology honors courses
Honors students are strongly encouraged to meet with Dr. Alisa Paulsen at least once a year to discuss progress in the major and psychology course selection. An appointment with Dr. Paulsen can be made by calling 292-5750. Once an Honors contract has been approved, students must have revisions approved by Dr. Paulsen. Students are strongly advised to request approval prior to enrolling in psychology coursework that differs from coursework on their approved contract.
