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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of Massachusetts Global

Customizable degree

Choose a concentration in advanced study in counseling, child psychology, or organizational psychology and apply your degree to a wide variety of career paths.

$15,000 - $60,000 USD total tuition

Flexible payment and financial aid options available.

Finish faster

Students can transfer up to 90 credits toward their degree.

100% online accredited program

Benefit from lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

Understanding human behavior Is an invaluable skill—no matter your career.

The UMass Global Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is your entry into the workings of the human mind. Core curriculum emphasizes psychological theory, critical thinking, research methodology, psychology processes, and the application of psychological principles to diverse areas of human behavior. Your professors are also practicing clinicians, who will provide career-relevant instruction along with career guidance. Whether you pursue a higher degree in psychology or use your understanding of human behavior in myriad other career paths, this will be an interesting and valuable education base.

You will also have the opportunity of concentration areas, such as Industrial/Organizational Psychology, that allow you to delve more deeply in specific areas of psychology.

As a student, you will:

Apply various psychological theories to real-life situations.
Examine psychological aspects of human behavior from various perspectives.
Choose a concentration area: Child Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Advanced Study in Clinical Counseling, Advanced Study in Psychology, or General Psychology.
Learn the proper methodology followed in behavioral science research, including the statistical techniques used to document findings.
Learn and employ the official style used by the American Psychological Association (APA) when creating research papers.
Your learning experience will be hosted by UMass Global outside of Coursera.

Application Information

Applications are now open.

Upcoming Start Dates

  • Summer 2: June 24, 2024

Questions? Contact enroll@umassglobal.edu with any questions.

Learn more about this program

Request more info and start your application


Customizable degree

Choose a concentration in advanced study in counseling, child psychology, or organizational psychology and apply your degree to a wide variety of career paths.

$15,000 - $60,000 USD total tuition

Flexible payment and financial aid options available.

Finish faster

Students can transfer up to 90 credits toward their degree.

100% online accredited program

Benefit from lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

Customizable degree

Choose a concentration in advanced study in counseling, child psychology, or organizational psychology and apply your degree to a wide variety of career paths.

$15,000 - $60,000 USD total tuition

Flexible payment and financial aid options available.

Understanding human behavior Is an invaluable skill—no matter your career.

The UMass Global Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is your entry into the workings of the human mind. Core curriculum emphasizes psychological theory, critical thinking, research methodology, psychology processes, and the application of psychological principles to diverse areas of human behavior. Your professors are also practicing clinicians, who will provide career-relevant instruction along with career guidance. Whether you pursue a higher degree in psychology or use your understanding of human behavior in myriad other career paths, this will be an interesting and valuable education base.

You will also have the opportunity of concentration areas, such as Industrial/Organizational Psychology, that allow you to delve more deeply in specific areas of psychology.

As a student, you will:

Apply various psychological theories to real-life situations.
Examine psychological aspects of human behavior from various perspectives.
Choose a concentration area: Child Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Advanced Study in Clinical Counseling, Advanced Study in Psychology, or General Psychology.
Learn the proper methodology followed in behavioral science research, including the statistical techniques used to document findings.
Learn and employ the official style used by the American Psychological Association (APA) when creating research papers.
Your learning experience will be hosted by UMass Global outside of Coursera.

Application Information

Applications are now open.

Upcoming Start Dates

  • Summer 2: June 24, 2024

Questions? Contact enroll@umassglobal.edu with any questions.

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Adult learners—We meet you where you are in life.

For over 65 years, we’ve helped working adults change their lives through education. Our fully online coursework is designed to mesh with busy, working lives, and our unparalleled student support is with you every step of the way.

A couple facts about UMass Global:

  • 91% of students work while completing their program.

  • 52% of students have one or more dependents while attending UMass Global.

  • 36 is the average age of a UMass Global student.

  • 93% of alumni agree or strongly agree that UMass Global supported their specific needs as an adult learner.

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Flexible pay-as-you-go tuition and six eight-week sessions fit into your busy schedule

  • $15,000 - $60,000 USD total tuition This is an investment in a high-quality education with the freedom to choose your pace and flexible payment options.
  • Pay-as-you-go tuition You pay for each course as you take it. Plus, if life gets in the way, you can take a term off without any penalties.
  • Financial aid options Our goal is to make this work for you financially. Our One-Stop Specialists help you explore grants, scholarships, and other options for financial aid.

Start your application today

The deadline to apply is June 24, 2024.

Earn credit before you enroll

When you complete these programs, you can earn college credit if you are admitted and enroll in the degree program.¹

¹Each university determines the number of pre-approved prior learning credits that may count towards the degree requirements according to institutional policies.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. University of Massachusetts Global is regionally accredited by the WSCUC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Both are useful but have different areas of focus. A Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology is very versatile and can open up career opportunities in fields like social work, criminal justice and child psychology, while a Bachelor of Science (BS) typically prepares you for more research-based and clinical work.

Child psychology helps serve the population who need help the most – our young people. ADHD, anxiety and behavior disorders are among the most common disorders that can be diagnosed during childhood, but not all children, or parents, have the resources to address them.

Start your application today

The deadline to apply is June 24, 2024.