The University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Psychology offers groundbreaking research in cognition, neuroscience, clinical psychology, and social behavior, contributing to the advancement of mental health and human behavior.
The Department of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania is recognized for its pioneering research in psychology, providing educational opportunities in cognitive neuroscience, social psychology, and clinical psychology. The Department of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania is a leading institution in the field, recognized for its comprehensive research programs, esteemed faculty, and commitment to education and societal impact.
The Institute of Psychology was created in 1920 and is the birthplace of French psychology. It was the first institution to train psychologists at the university level. The Institute has 4,000 students studying psychology from the undergraduate to the post-graduate level. It is one of the only training and research centers in France to offer a broad range of courses in the other subdisciplines that lead to the many careers in psychology. In addition, the Institute of Psychology sets itself apart through its experimental, clinical and applied research on societal issues and in the fields of health and education.
USP's Institute of Psychology has 80 teaching staff and 129 technical-administrative staff, 400 undergraduate students and 561 postgraduate students.
The Psychology & Neuroscience community is dedicated to creating an academic and social environment where each person can flourish. We have ongoing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts, led by the Psychology & Neuroscience Task Force, to develop strategic priorities for diversity and inclusion with measurable outcomes. It is our priority that all students, staff, faculty, mentors, and trainees – every member of our community – is represented and supported.