This is not a traditional class, and instead credit is given for time spent in the lab. You will be doing hands-on work with professors, graduate students and other undergraduate students in a research laboratory. 

Permission of the instructor. Check out the psychology lab websites for specific requirements for each lab.

It is not required for the Psychology major, but we strongly recommend that students take it if they are interested in pursuing research-based graduate programs in psychology.

It is available throughout the year, including summer. However, some projects are only available during certain terms. Students interested in gaining a strong research background should take the course as soon as possible after completing PSYCH 1100.

Credit hours vary depending on the nature of the research project and the time commitment of students. A maximum of 3 hours of PSYCH 4998 can be applied towards the Psychology major, but students can take additional hours of PSYCH 4998 for their general electives.

You are expected to commit approximately 3 hours per week in the lab for every credit hour you earn for PSYCH 4998.

Learn about current department labs, listen for class announcements, watch for promotional materials, attend faculty talks, and visit your professors during office hours to learn about their work.

Etiquette is very important. Do your homework before you shoot off an e-mail, and be professional in your communication! You should know at least a little about the research the lab does.