Psychology Class

School of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences

The School of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences advances the scientific understanding of human behavior, the mind, and language-based communication. 

About Our School

We take pride in cultivating critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and collaborative discovery in the service of knowledge and the public good. Anchored by comprehensive programs in Psychology and Linguistics, the School promotes interdisciplinary research and education that examine how people think, feel, learn, interact, and use language. Through world-class scholarship, innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, and meaningful engagement with communities, we prepare students to apply scientific principles to improve individual well-being, strengthen communities, and address complex societal challenges.

Points of Distinction

  1. Student-Centered Research Opportunities - Undergraduate and graduate students participate in faculty-led research labs, gaining hands-on experience in experimental design, data analysis, and dissemination of results at academic conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.
  2. Community Engagement - Faculty and students translate behavioral science into practice through partnerships with schools, healthcare organizations, and community groups, improving well-being and social outcomes.
  3. Emphasis on Career Readiness - Programs integrate scientific training with applied experiences—including internships, research, community partnerships, and career mentoring—preparing students for diverse careers in mental health, healthcare, research, education, business, and technology.
  4. World class research: We produce globally recognized, high-impact research in Psychology, Cognitive Science, and Linguistics, influencing science, policy, and practice.

Our Departments

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Psychology

As one of the region's leading psychology programs, we are committed to helping every student discover their potential, build professional experience and graduate prepared to make an impact in fields such as healthcare, research, mental health, education, business, technology and public service.

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Linguistics

Language is one of humanity's most remarkable abilities. At Montclair, we study language as a window into the mind, a cornerstone of society, and a driver of innovation.

From language teaching and multilingualism to sign language, computational linguistics, and language engineering, our interdisciplinary programs prepare students to understand language and use that knowledge to make an impact in education, research, and technology.
 

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