Thank you for considering one of our exemplary undergraduate or graduate degree programs offered by the Department of Psychology and Counselor Education at Nicholls State University.

The department offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Bachelor of Science degree in General Family and Consumer Sciences (Child, Family and Social Services). In addition, we offer master’s degrees in school counseling and clinical mental health counseling, and the specialist degree in school psychology. Along with the rest of the faculty, I look forward to working with you as you consider enrolling at Nicholls. I think you will find we have a very warm and engaging faculty dedicated to helping you achieve your collegiate goals and aspirations.

The Department of Psychology and Counselor Education is centrally located on campus on the second floor of Polk Hall. We have a highly qualified faculty with expertise in a broad range of psychology specialty areas including experimental psychology, counseling, forensic psychology, neuropsychology and school psychology. We are committed to providing you with a top flight training experience.

I hope you enjoy reviewing our Web site. Please take the opportunity to visit with us or contact me at richard.mathis@nicholls.edu if you are interested in additional information regarding our challenging and dynamic undergraduate or graduate programs.

Dr. Richard Mathis
Professor and Department Head