The New York University Chapter of Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology

Promoting excellence in scholarship, research, and the advancement of psychology since 1933.

Spring 2026 · S26

NYU Psi Chi General Membership Application S26

Apply to join NYU Psi Chi and become part of a chapter focused on scholarship, research, and academic excellence in psychology.

Psi Chi at a Glance

1929

Founded

900,000+

Lifetime members

1,100+

Chapters

$400,000+

Awards, grants, and scholarships annually

Peer-Reviewed

Publication opportunities through the Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research

Who We Are

The International Honor Society in Psychology was founded in 1929 to promote excellence in scholarship and advance the science of psychology. The New York University chapter, established in 1933, builds on this legacy by facilitating a community where psychology students can excel academically and professionally.

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Psychology at NYU

NYU psychology students learn in two main contexts. NYU Psi Chi connects these pathways without erasing their strengths.

Steinhardt

Applied Psychology

Theory + practice + community-centered fieldwork.

  • BS in Applied Psychology
  • BS in Global Public Health / Applied Psychology
  • Child Development and Social Intervention minor
  • Fieldwork-based learning and honors options
  • Graduate pathways in counseling, human development, and doctoral study
Arts & Science

Psychology

Research-driven, theory-rich, graduate-facing scholarship.

  • Undergraduate Psychology major and honors
  • Laboratory experience and research assistantships
  • MA in Psychology
  • MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
  • PhD pathways in Cognition & Perception and Social Psychology

Where NYU Psi Chi fits

We are the shared honor society layer that connects these academic homes with the official Psi Chi network—so research, fieldwork, and leadership efforts translate into lasting recognition.

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How Psi Chi Extends the Classroom

What NYU Academics Provide

  • Coursework, labs, seminars, and honors pathways
  • Fieldwork and community-based learning (Steinhardt)
  • Faculty mentorship and research assistantships

What Psi Chi Adds

  • International recognition and lifetime membership
  • Awards, grants, scholarships, and chapter programming
  • Publication awareness through the Psi Chi Journal
  • Leadership roles and professional identity building

What Students Build

  • Academic distinction that complements departmental honors
  • Research, practice, and service experiences framed for graduate study
  • Community that spans NYU psychology routes and the international Psi Chi network

Research, Practice, and Leadership Pathways

Research Pathway

Labs, honors, theses, and conference visibility paired with Psi Chi grant and publication awareness.

  • Research assistantships and faculty mentorship
  • Honors research, posters, and conference submissions
  • Publication literacy via the Psi Chi Journal

Practice / Applied Pathway

Fieldwork and community-based learning turned into service, applied projects, and reflective practice.

  • Community placements and applied settings
  • Behavioral health and developmental relevance
  • Service-oriented programming and reflection

Leadership / Professional Pathway

Chapter roles that develop communication, event design, and professional identity.

  • Officer positions and committee leadership
  • Workshop facilitation and peer mentorship
  • Graduate-school-ready profile and network building

What Students Gain

Academic Distinction

Lifetime Psi Chi membership that complements NYU departmental honors.

Research Engagement

Greater visibility into labs, grants, and publication routes tied to psychology scholarship.

Graduate School Readiness

Structured experiences that strengthen CVs, statements, and letters through research, service, and leadership.

Professional Development

Programming oriented toward psychology careers and ethical practice, not just general student life.

Leadership and Initiative

Opportunities to design events, guide peers, and steward chapter initiatives.

Belonging in the Discipline

A cross-school community anchored in psychology and linked to Psi Chi’s international network.

Why This Matters at NYU & Beyond

Why it matters at NYU

NYU’s scale and multiple psychology routes can silo students. Psi Chi serves as a cross-school anchor that keeps research, fieldwork, and leadership visible across programs.

  • Connects Applied Psychology and A&S Psychology students
  • Translates coursework into research, service, and leadership outcomes
  • Highlights opportunities that might stay hidden within individual departments

Beyond NYU

The chapter sits inside a larger, official Psi Chi ecosystem—international recognition, awards, publications, and leadership resources.

  • International honor society founded in 1929 with 900,000+ members
  • Substantial annual awards, grants, and scholarships (see Psi Chi awards and grants for current details)
  • Publication opportunities through the Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research
  • Chapter leadership and activity grants that amplify student ideas
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Upcoming Events and Deadlines

Next Event Update

Date: TBD Location: TBD

Chapter social, service, or networking event details will be posted here.

Next Workshop or Speaker Update

Topic: TBD Time: TBD

Academic workshop or guest speaker information will be listed here once confirmed.

Next Application / Interview Deadline Update

Application: TBD Interviews: TBD

Major chapter deadlines will appear here so students can plan ahead.

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