Dr. Laura Niemi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Laura Niemi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Cornell University. Her research primarily investigates the psychological underpinnings of how people morally judge and decide what is right or wrong. She examines the processes involved in making choices that help or harm others and how individuals align their decisions with their values. Her work in applied moral psychology aims to address significant social issues by applying findings from moral psychology research. She is affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences and actively contributes to the academic community through her research in social and personality psychology.

Research Interests

Courses

Fall 2025 Spring 2026

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Transcripts
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture