Johnson And Wales University
8 Abbott Park Pl, Providence, RI 02903, United States

Johnson & Wales University is a private university with its main campus in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded as a business school in 1914 by Gertrude I. Johnson and Mary T. Wales, JWU enrolled 7,357 students across its campuses in the fall of 2020.

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology

The Psychology bachelor's degree program offers students the opportunity to learn about and understand the complex relationships between human behavior and the world in which we live. This program also emphasizes awareness, understanding and appreciation for diversity, culture and global perspectives. This degree program incorporates career-related knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as opportunities for experiential learning, that prepare graduates for lifelong learning and professional success.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are expected to:

  • Apply key concepts, theories and research findings in the discipline of psychology to understand, explain and evaluate human behavior.
  • Use creative and critical thinking to evaluate, interpret, design and conduct basic psychological research in accordance with ethical principles of the field.
  • Integrate ethical practice, sociocultural factors and diversity considerations when addressing the needs of individuals in complex multicultural environments.
  • Demonstrate written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required of psychology professionals.
  • Articulate a plan to establish a professional identity, and to pursue professional development in the field of psychology.

Upon completion of the Counseling specialization (offered at the Providence and Charlotte campuses), graduates are expected to:

  • Demonstrate effective counseling skills/techniques within a supervised clinical setting and explain the roles and functions of human service agencies within the community.

Graduates of the program are expected to demonstrate knowledge of the ways in which psychological theories explain human behavior, professional and ethical practices, social and cultural diversity, and psychological research methods. Graduates are prepared to enter graduate school in a variety of psychology disciplines (e.g., counseling, clinical, industrial/organizational), or immediately enter the workforce in fields such as human resources, public affairs, business and the helping professions.

IF YOU’RE FASCINATED by human behavior, you might find yourself in demand in a range of industries. The study of psychology offers unique career pathways, from the social sciences and services to education; from healthcare to business, finance, sales or industrial organization; or from human resources to criminalistics.*

Upon completing this program, students will be prepared to immediately enter the workforce in fields such as human resources, public relations, business and the helping professions. This bachelor’s degree in psychology also readies you to enter graduate school in a variety of psychology disciplines (clinical, industrial/organizational, etc.)  and better yet, JWU offers accelerated programs to fast-track your advanced degree.

https://www.jwu.edu/academics/majors-and-programs/psychology-bs.html 

Applicants who are not United States citizens or permanent residents (holding a “green card” or permanent resident card) of the United States must meet the same admissions requirements as all other applicants, including some additional documentation.

International applicants must submit the following:

Application

  • An accurate, complete and legible international application must be submitted. All schools attended must be listed with dates of attendance. 

Transcripts

  • Official secondary school transcript showing subjects and marks received with graduation date. Diplomas and any external examination results should be submitted, if applicable. Students who have not yet graduated from secondary school must submit a transcript showing all completed work, and expected results and graduation date may be submitted for review.
  • Certified word-for-word translations must be submitted with all non-English documents.
  • Applicants who have attended any college or university must submit transcripts, marks sheets, diplomas or certificates from all post-secondary institutions attended, along with course descriptions and credit values for transfer review.

English Proficiency

  • Applicants whose primary language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency through academic transcripts or testing. English language proficiency is required for admission to all programs of study at Johnson & Wales University, regardless of country of citizenship or residency. 
  • English Language Proficiency test results (if applicable or available, please see the English Proficiency Requirements).
  • All English Proficiency documents should be uploaded to the student's applicant portal for review. 
  • IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 75, PTE 53, DUOLINGO 105

I-20 Processing

  • Reservation deposit submitted via applicant portal.
  • Copy of biographical section of applicant’s current passport.
  • Certified bank statement or government sponsorship letter verifying financial support for one academic year. Bank statements cannot be older than three months from the time of issue.
  • Completed financial declaration signed by both the applicant and sponsor.
  • Transfer verification form, if the student is currently on an F-1 visa and studying in the United States. This form will be sent to students as applicable.
  • All I-20 documents should be uploaded to the student's applicant portal for review. 

All documents and information should be clear and legible; if important information cannot be read by the International Admissions staff, the admissions process is delayed.

Official or certified final documents should be sent by courier or brought to the campus where the student intends to enroll.

Providence Campus
Johnson & Wales University
International Admissions
8 Abbott Park Place
Providence, RI 02903 USA
Telephone: 401-598-1000
Fax: 401-598-2948

Charlotte Campus
Johnson & Wales University
International Admissions
801 West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202 USA
Telephone: 980-598-1107
Fax: 980-598-1111

https://catalog.jwu.edu/admissions/applying/international/#undergraduatetext 

Early Action    November 1(Application Deadline), December 1(Decision Notification)
Regular (Rolling)   January 15 (priority), July 1 (final)(Application Deadline), Within 2 weeks of complete submission(Decision Notification)
Transfer  April 15 (priority) (Application Deadline), July 15 final Within 2 weeks of complete submission(Decision Notification)

Applicants for  Spring Semester Start(First Year and Transfer)  December 1(Application Deadline), Rolling, within 2 weeks of complete submission(Decision Notification)

Spring Semester Deadlines

Students are encouraged to complete the application process as soon as possible before the semester start, preferably 30 days prior.

https://www.jwu.edu/international/english/admissions/how-to-apply.html 

Please send the student details and documents to admissions@indoglobalstudies.org. IGS team will submit the application through channel partner.