Bachelor of Science – Psychology

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JWU Online > Online Academic Programs > Bachelor’s > BS Psychology

PROGRAM DETAILS

4 Years

to complete your degree

Online

career-focused curriculum

7 or 15

week course length

19:1

student to faculty ratio

Program Overview

Ready to dive deeper into human psychology through your career? Explore human behavior and understand its complex relationship with the surrounding world with this online Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program. You can cultivate your conceptual and practical approaches to the field of psychology. This bachelor’s of psychology online program prepares you as an effective researcher and clinician so you can pursue better psychological health within many areas—from substance abuse recovery to mental health counseling to organizational psychology and more.

This program is offered in collaboration with JWU’s John Hazen White College of Arts & Sciences.

What You'll Learn

Apply key concepts, theories and research findings in the discipline of psychology to understand, explain and evaluate human behavior.
Use creative and critical thinking to evaluate, interpret, design and conduct basic psychological research in accordance with ethical principles of the field.
Integrate ethical practice, sociocultural factors and diversity considerations when addressing the needs of individuals in complex multicultural environments.
Demonstrate written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required of psychology professionals.
Articulate a plan to establish a professional identity, and to pursue professional development in the field of psychology.

Take the next step in your psychology career with a bachelor of psychology online from Johnson & Wales University. Start your application today.

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ONLINE BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY Sample Courses

Coursework for your bachelor of psychology online degree covers the essentials in psychology, including abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, cultural psychology, anatomy and physiology, research methods, ethics, human behavior and more. Take a look at some options of courses you could take.

Psychology Major Courses

Course Title
Abnormal Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Introduction to Neuropsychology and Psychopharmacology
Research Seminar in Psychology

Psychology Major Electives

Course Title
Criminology
Counseling Theories and Techniques
Psychological Issues of Substance Use Disorders and Compulsive Behaviors
Social Issues in Contemporary America

Applied/Experiential Learning

Course
College of Arts & Sciences Internship OR
Directed Experiential Education OR
Undergraduate Research Experience

Please note that some courses may be 15 weeks long. For the most up-to-date and complete course listing information, as well as full course descriptions, visit our catalog.

Admissions Requirements

Ready to begin your bachelor of psychology online degree? Johnson & Wales Onine is here to help. We start with a dedicated online admissions associate who will work with you one-on-one to answer all your questions and help guide you through the process. We cap it off with a free application.

If you’re ready for a degree that can position you for your next career move, click the button below to get started today!

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Why Johnson & Wales University?

Prepped for the Professional World

We work with industry-leading employers to ensure career-relevant curriculum is at the core of every educational experience we offer. And we pack each program with skill-building opportunities and experience-based learning to help you be career-ready upon graduation.

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We are committed to your success – both academically and professionally. From dedicated academic advisors to career services to tutoring help, we offer one-on-one support throughout your educational journey with us.

Learning on Your Schedule

We help working professionals like you overcome obstacles to learning. That means providing the flexibility of online degree programs as well as a range of student services to provide the tools and support you need to succeed in class and throughout your career.

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Based on a 2024 EdSights survey of JWU Online students, three out of four students would recommend JWU Online to a friend. Most notably, JWU Online achieved a Student Voice Score (SVS) of 65, far surpassing the national private 4-year institution average score of 3. To learn more about our SVS, which measures our students' overall satisfaction with JWU Online, visit out EdSights Student Voice Score page.

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FAQs: Online Psychology Degree

What will I learn when I earn a psychology degree?

Students in this psychology program can gain a strong foundation in psychological theory, human behavior, research methods, ethics, and diversity considerations. They learn to design, conduct, and interpret basic psychological research, apply ethical and culturally aware approaches to complex issues, and communicate ideas clearly in both oral and written form. The program also helps students develop critical and creative thinking skills and create a personal plan for professional growth in the field of psychology.

What can you do with a psychology degree?

A psychology degree can open doors to a variety of career paths. Graduates often work in fields such as human resources, education, marketing, criminal justice, law, media, and more. Some graduates continue their education to pursue clinical or counseling roles. Others apply their psychological expertise in specialized areas, such as career coaching, sports coaching, talent development, and consumer behavior. For a more detailed look at possibilities, visit this article that expands on the topic.

How long does it take to get a psychology degree online?

The timeline for completion depends on the student’s course load, whether they attend full- or part-time, or take time away from their studies. If completed at a full-time schedule without breaks, you can complete your bachelor’s degree in psychology in four years if you are starting from the beginning. The timeline can also depend on possible transfer credits the student can apply to the program from other academic institutions.