The FIU Department of Psychology is an engaged community of experts and students advancing understanding in child and adolescent mental health, neuroscience, legal psychology, occupational health and well-being, and mental health counseling. As one of the top-funded psychology research programs in the nation, our department offers research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students and provides real-world experience that leaves a lasting impact for our communities.
Get the degree. Build the network. Change everything.

Undergraduate Programs
We offer degrees in Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience with a diverse selection of tracks so you can find the perfect program for your career goals.

Graduate Programs
Our master's and PhD programs are designed to equip you with the advanced skills to lead, innovate and solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

Current Students
Advising, events and more — Find the tools and resources available to help you succeed inside and outside the classroom.
Top 5 in the U.S.
Ranked by NSF for higher education Psychology & Psychiatry research expenditures. FIU Psychology is also Top 50 among U.S. public university programs by QS World University rankings and for Best Online Psychology bachelor's degree by U.S. News & Word Report.

Meet Our Faculty
More than 70 professors and researchers make up our network of psychologists, neuroscientists and counselors to support your academic journey.

Explore Our Research
FIU Psychology tackles real-world challenges through pioneering studies in neuroscience, clinical science, child and adolescent mental health, witness memory, investigative interviewing, human behavior, occupational wellness and more. Our faculty and students work together to produce insightful discoveries that improve mental health, education and social well-being in our local and global communities. We turn curiosity into purpose-driven solutions.

Life as an FIU Psychology Major
As a student, you will be part of the traditions and experiences that unite our department and build connections including:
PsychCon — get involved with on-campus research, update plans for graduation, and find internship opportunities.
Spring Research Days — including a three-minute flash talk event for grad students, research presentations and more.
Organizations to grow your network including Psychology Ambassadors for Student Success and the FIU chapter of Psi Chi Honor Society.
Ready to Apply?
Join FIU's Department of Psychology and embark on a career that can change lives, transform communities and advance our understanding of the human mind. Our application process is your first step.
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Contact the Department of Psychology
Modesto A. Maidique Campus
11200 SW 8th Street, DM 245
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-2880
fiupsych@fiu.edu (Undergraduate programs)
pcp@fiu.edu (Master's in Professional Counseling Psychology)
orgscience@fiu.edu (Master's in Organizational Sciences)
behavior@fiu.edu (Master's in Behavior Analysis)
psygrad@fiu.edu (PhD programs)