Psychology: Indiana University Indianapolis

A department that makes a difference in people’s lives

We are community of learners and researchers, passionate about the science behind behavior, social, and mental processes. As a major or graduate student, you’ll be part of one of the few psychology departments in the United States that exists within a school of science.

Our expert faculty leads the way in new discoveries and effective practices in addiction neuroscience, applied social and organizational psychology, clinical psychology, and industrial/organizational psychology.

Explore our degrees and programs

Learn about the undergraduate degrees we offer, as well as our competitive graduate programs.

Meet our faculty

Our faculty includes veteran academics and experienced clinicians.

Learn how to apply

As a psychology student in the School of Science, you can earn a Purdue University or an Indiana University degree.

Groundbreaking research, interdisciplinary opportunities

Our faculty is committed to research that broadens our understanding about how people live, think, and behave. Whether they are seeking better interventions for individuals with severe mental illnesses, exploring the mind’s role in the experience of chronic pain, or tracking the effects of addictive drugs on the brain, their work has the power to improve lives.

You’ll be invited to make your own research contributions, even as an undergraduate.

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Why study psychology?

Understanding why people do what they do can help you in everyday life and in almost every job situation. Studying psychology can help make you a stronger communicator and critical thinker. The interpersonal, observational, and listening skills that you will develop are in high demand in the workplace.

When it comes to job opportunities, psychology is growing at much faster pace than many other occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. And career paths aren’t limited to the field of health care—individuals with expertise in psychology are in demand in law, education, government, and the corporate world.

$80,000+Median annual salary for psychologists in the U.S.

14 %Projected job growth for the field by 2028

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Department of Psychology is a place where diversity of lived experience, equity in opportunity, and inclusion of our whole selves are highly valued and essential to all activities, including our research, teaching, mentoring, service, and practice.

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See what’s happening in the department

News

38 School of Science students named to 2024 Top 100

April 17, 2024
The IU Indianapolis School of Science congratulates 38 students who have been named to the 2024 Top 100 list.
School of Science earns record-breaking $21.4 million in awards

August 29, 2023
Faculty earned a record-breaking $21,430,055 in proposals and grants awarded, outpacing previous fiscal year highs by more than $5 million.

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Events

Lilly Mobile Research Unit (MRU) Visiting IU Indianapolis!

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

9 a.m.—2:30 p.m.

Come tour the Lilly Mobile Research Unit (MRU) visiting the Campus Center!

Lilly Indy Kickoff Session

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

3 p.m.—5 p.m.

Lilly is back on the Indy campus for our fifth annual kickoff!Please join us to learn about career paths at Lilly and how you can impact the future of healthcare.

Belonging: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Lilly

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

6:30 p.m.—8 p.m.

We are thrilled to invite you to Lilly’s exclusive networking event, featuring a panel of our esteemed Employee Resource Group (ERG) members.

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