Missouri State University (MSU or MO State), formerly Southwest Missouri State University, is a public university in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 1905 as the Fourth District Normal School, it is the state's second largest university by enrollment, with an enrollment of 23,307 at its main campus in the fall semester of 2022. The school also operates a campus in West Plains, Missouri offering associate degrees, which had an enrollment of 1,744 in the fall semester of 2022. A bachelor's degree in business is offered at Liaoning Normal University in China. The university also operates a fruit research station in Mountain Grove, Missouri and a Department of Defense and Strategic Studies program in Fairfax, Virginia.
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Missouri State University-Springfield offers comprehensive programs exploring human behavior cognition and the biological basis of the brain. Located in Springfield Missouri the department provides a rich academic environment integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application. Students can pursue undergraduate degrees in Psychology or Neuroscience and graduate degrees including a Master of Science in Experimental Psychology a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology focusing on behavioral neuroscience and an APA-Accredited Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology. Faculty and students engage in diverse research areas such as behavioral neuroscience cognitive developmental and clinical psychology utilizing facilities like the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience and the Psychological Services Clinic. This training prepares graduates for impactful careers in healthcare education business counseling research and clinical practice.
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