Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Degree

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree option includes a comprehensive introduction to a broad range of General Education coursework especially emphasizing a robust foundation in psychology and the natural sciences, as well as our Community Health curriculum. This approach to psychology is ideally suited for individuals seeking to pursue advanced degrees in psychology, human services or health care, whether in a hospital, clinical, research or academic setting. 

Degree Overview
Tuition & Cost
Academic Plan
Career Outlook

Program:
Psychology

Degree Awarded:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Length of Program:
8–10 semesters

Application Deadlines:
Rolling Admissions

Degree Overview

Students will complete General Education courses along with psychology-focused coursework to gain a comprehensive understanding of health care. These courses offer experiential learning strategies to ensure that students have the tools necessary to efficiently supply services in a mental health setting. Fieldwork, professional seminar and capstone courses will enhance your understanding of the professional setting.

The Bachelor’s degree option is designed for individuals who want to enter the workforce immediately after earning their degree or enter a graduate school program. Additional education and career opportunities are available as a licensed mental health counselor, human resources representative, health care administrator, research scientist or clinical psychologist for those who pursue an advanced education.

Advanced Standing Credit

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How we prepare
the best

Partner with a dedicated advisor to help you as you prepare for a career or graduate school application.
Learn from faculty who model innovative and strategic approaches to help students acquire skills for prospective health care professionals. 
Engage with leaders in the profession through job shadowing, site visits, interviews, fieldwork experiences and a capstone project.
Complete coursework on-campus and online with flexible part- or full-time study options.
Select fieldwork in your area of interest.

Required Courses for Bachelor of Science in Psychology

General Courses

(54 semester hours)

Courses	Semester Hours
	0
	3
	3
	2
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	2
	1
	4
	4
	4
	4
	4
	4
OR OR	4 4 4
Total Semester Hours	54

Core Courses

(9 semester hours)

Courses	Semester Hours
	3
	3
	3
Total Semester Hours	9

Major Courses

(57 semester hours)

Courses	Semester Hours
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	1
	1
	2
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	3
	4
	2
	2
Total Semester Hours	57

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates for the 2025-26 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Find out more information about costs, tuition, and fees.

Scholarships

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Financial Aid

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Undergraduate Tuition

Cost per Credit Hour
$691

Cost per Semester
$8,442 - Full-time (12 hrs)
$4,221 - Part-time (6 hrs)

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Tuition
Undergraduate Tuition	$691 / credit-hour

Fees - Included in cost per semester
Enrollment Fee for first time students	$150/ each

Degree Specific Fees - Not included in cost per semester
Interprofessional education – IPE Course Fee IPE 301	$140/ student
IDI Cultural Assessment Fee	$45/ student
Lab Fee - General Education	$40/ class

Career Overview

Median Salary

$61,000 (Payscale, 2021)

Job Outlook

Psychologist: Expected to grow 3% through 2029
Licensed Mental Health Counselor: Expected to grow 25% through 2029
Organization Psychology: Expected to grow 3% through 2029
Human Resources Manager: Expected to grow 6% through 2029
Health Administration: Expected to grow 20% through 2026
Medical research scientist/clinician (Ph.D.): Expected to grow 6% through 2029
Clinician and Higher Education (Ed.D.): Expected 26% increase for health care educators
Clinical degree (Psy.D.): Expected to grow 3% through 2029

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020

Career Options

Bachelor’s degree prepared Psychology students are qualified to work in many occupations including:

Research and Laboratory Assistants
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Workers
Case Managers
Recreational Counselor
Rehabilitation and Social Service Specialists
Academic Advisors and Career Counselors
College Admissions Counselors
Financial Aid Counselor
Educational Administrator
Teacher / Special Education teacher
Human Resources Specialist and Employment Recruiter
Editor and Journalist
Advertising agents and Market Researchers
Sales Representatives
Police, Probation, and Parole officers
Public Opinion Surveyor
Public Relations Specialist

Psychology majors are also prepared to pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Medicine, Law or Business
A wide variety of mental health career paths:
- Child and Developmental Psychologists
- Cognitive Psychologist
- Educational, Engineering and Experimental Psychologists
- School, Social, and Sports Psychologists
- Forensic and Criminal Psychologists
- Geropsychologist
- Health Psychologist
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
- Military Psychologist
- Neuropsychologist
- Art, Music, Dance therapist
- Community, Crisis, Substance Abuse, and Youth Counselors
- Family and Marriage Therapist
- Genetic Counselor
- Grief Counselor
- Psychiatric Social Worker
- Correctional Treatment Specialist
Other related fields
- Statistician
- Technical Writer
- University Psychology Professor

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