Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Online
Gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others. This well-rounded program will give you the ability to understand and apply psychological principles to social, personal and organizational issues. Prepare for roles such as market researcher, career advisor, marketing manager, and more.
Program Overview
Take a closer look at our 100% online psychology degree
Unlock the mysteries of human behavior and open the door to a diverse range of career paths with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology online from A-State. The knowledge and insights gained in this versatile degree program are applicable to virtually every position that involves interaction between people.
In the online B.A. in Psychology program, you will develop an understanding of the factors that impact and motivate human behavior as well as the strategies and tactics that help modify and redirect behavior to a desired outcome. Both fascinating and pragmatic, this program will teach you how to apply psychological knowledge, skills and techniques to various occupations. It also provides strong preparation for graduate school.
Study how to effectively design and implement research studies, including data analysis and reporting. By developing a stronger ability to think critically, creatively and scientifically, you will be well-positioned for a wide range of career opportunities.
Build upon a well-rounded foundation in psychological development, motivation, cognition, learning processes, and abnormalities, then tailor your degree to your personal interests by choosing from a generous number of elective courses.
Prepare for a broad range of professional roles, including:
- Case Manager
- Account Manager
- Family Service Worker
- Sales Consultant
- Human Resources Manager
- Case Manager
- Account Manager
- Family Service Worker
- Sales Consultant
- Human Resources Manager
Gain the knowledge and industry-relevant skills employers seek:
- Successful relationship-building
- Research design & methodology
- Data analysis
- Effective communications
- Critical problem-solving
- Successful relationship-building
- Research design & methodology
- Data analysis
- Effective communications
- Critical problem-solving
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Tuition
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The B.A. in Psychology online program offers the same low, pay-by-the-course tuition to all U.S. residents. All fees are included. Tuition may be subject to change on a yearly basis.
Tuition breakdown:
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Calendar
Keep these important deadlines in mind
Our B.A. in Psychology is flexible and convenient for your busy lifestyle and features accelerated coursework and multiple start dates per year.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/11/24 | 12/6/24 |
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/18/24 | 1/9/25 | 1/10/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/7/25 | 5/2/25 |
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Admissions
Get set to apply. Here's what you'll need to submit.
A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Review the requirements for admission to the B.A. in Psychology online program below.
Admission Requirements:
- Online application
- Official transcripts
- 2.0 GPA for transferring credits
- When you complete the online application, select 100% online student and then complete all the steps in the application process.
- Pay $30.00 non-refundable application fee
- Submit an official High School Transcript with at least a 2.75 GPA or GED score of 500 (if taken prior to 2002) or 525 (if taken in or since 2002). The High School/GED requirement is waived for students who have previously successfully completed 13 or more transferrable college credit hours.
- Submit official Test Scores (e.g., ACT or SAT). Test scores are considered official if they are delivered directly to us from a testing center or from your high school on your official transcript. Test scores are valid for a period of five years from the date of the exam. The test score requirement is waived for students who have previously successfully completed 24 or more transferrable college credit hours.
- ACT test scores of 21 or greater on the composite score as well as 19 on the Math, Reading, and English sub-scores
- SAT test score of 1070
- Cumulative college GPA of at least 2.0 on previous college coursework.
- No remediation courses are available for this program. If a student does not show test scores that clear the need for remediation, they must show completion of or readiness for the following program courses:
- English requirement: Students may be considered eligible for admission based on completion of English Composition I, English Composition II, or Writing Fundamentals with a grade of C or better.
- Math requirement: Students may be considered eligible for admission based on completion of College Algebra or Intermediate Algebra with a grade of D or better.
- No conditional admission status is available for this program.
- Foreign born students must submit an attested or notarized copy of their high school diploma in English. Students seeking to transfer from a non-U.S. university or college must submit official transcripts from these institutions. Transcripts will be evaluated by Arkansas State University. Proof of English proficiency may be required.
Transfer Guidelines
Students who have attended any other institution of higher education must meet the following requirements.
For students who have:
- Fewer than 12 college hours: Submit official final high school transcript and official test scores.
- 13 - 23 college hours: Have a minimum of 2.0 grade point average on cumulative transcripts and official test scores.
- 24 or more college hours: Have a minimum of 2.0 grade point average on cumulative transcripts.
Document Submission Address
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
For Non-US Postal Mail Overnight Delivery Only:
A-State Onlinec/o Central Receiving
2713 Pawnee St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Courses
Discover what you will learn in our online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
To earn your Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, you need to complete 120 credit hours of coursework. The program includes 38 credit hours of general education courses, 30 credit hours of major courses and 52 credit hours of elective courses. Students can finish faster by transferring previously earned credit hours. Transfer credit hours will be evaluated during the admission process.
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.
You must take 52 hours of electives to satisfy the 120 credit hours required for this program. Courses may be chosen with the assistance of an advisor and per your degree plan. Electives can come from any courses offered as long as prerequisites are met.
Students must take the following courses.
First-year course - Students must take the following Making Connections online course. If you transfer in more than 12 credit hours, you will not be required to take the Making Connections course. You may replace that 3-hour course with a 3-hour elective course.
First-year course (3 hours)
PSY 1013
Communication Requirement (6 hours)
ENG 1003
ENG 1013
Mathematics Requirement (3 hours)
Students must take MATH 1023 or any MATH course that requires MATH 1023 as prerequisite.
Arts and Humanities Requirement (6 hours)
MUS 2503
ENG 2003
ENG 2013
Social Sciences Requirement (9 hours)
Students must complete 9 credit hours of Social Sciences courses. At least one course must be selected from POSC 2103, SOC 2213 or HIST 2773.
Life Science Requirement (4 hours)
Students must complete BIO 1003 with BIO 1001 lab.
Physical Sciences Requirement (4 hours)
Students must complete CHEM 1043 with CHEM 1041 lab.
Departmental Option (3 hours)
PSY 2013