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Welcome to the Department of Psychology at Tufts University

The Department of Psychology at Tufts University conducts cutting-edge research aimed at understanding the causes and consequences of mental processes and behavior.

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The Department of Psychology at Tufts University views the creation and maintenance of a diverse and inclusive environment to be essential to rigorous thought, informed analysis, and scholarly excellence.

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Internships & Research Opportunities

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Students with Psychology faculty members

Psychology Labs

The Department of Psychology has 18 labs that focus on a variety of fields and interests.

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Jessica Remedios, Associate Professor of Psychology, meets with her graduate assistants

Department Statement

Department Statement in response to the killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd, and the pandemic of racism in the United States.

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Department Announcements

Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues: Congratulations to Prof. Jessica Remedios on her recent selection as a SPSSI Fellow.

GSAS Robert P. Guertin Student Leadership Award: Congratulations to Jada Copeland, winner of this year’s Guertin Leadership Award from the Tufts Graduate School of Arts & Sciences.

Annual Psychology of Anti-Racism Series: Join us on April 24, from 4:00 - 5:00 PM in ASEAN Auditorium, for this year’s talk by Dr. Enrique Neblett, Jr. of the University of Michigan.

Paid Research Participation System: Interested in participating in an experiment? The department now has opportunities for pay that are open to the public. Both online and in-person studies are available. Sign up if you are interested in participating in an experiment. Please review guidelines if you are a Psy 1 or Psy 31 student.