Behavioral Science Careers

Mount Mary students are able to apply their classroom knowledge through hands-on learning such as participating in lab based assignments, engaging in service learning opportunities, and using technology related to the field.

Students also learn early and often the code of ethics related to the discipline.

Through Mount Mary’s unique course Introduction to Careers in Behavioral Science, and other coordinated
courses, research projects, internships, and applications, students have the opportunity to explore the diverse career options available with an undergraduate Behavioral Science degree. Mount Mary graduates have found challenging positions in a variety of fields, including:

• Public relations
• Human services
• Government
• Environmental education
• Research
• Business
• Health-related fields
• Housing management
• Rehabilitation
• Urban studies

Students who wish to pursue careers as professional anthropologists, psychologists, or sociologists will
require advanced degrees .With additional schooling, many career options are available, including: