Anna Maria College's 120-credit online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology includes 15 major courses. In addition to psychology coursework, some general education courses are required, many of which may be transferred in from previous academic experience. Contact a program manager for complete details.
As a student, you will learn in a flexible, 100% online format ideal for working adults with busy schedules. We've designed the bachelor's degree in psychology courses to deliver field-driven approaches through a curriculum aligned with American Psychological Association standards. Depending on transfer credits, you can complete your program in two to four years.
Core courses explore topics essential for both direct practice and graduate-level study, such as experimental psychology, human development, social and cultural psychology, personality theory and research. You will complete an internship in your local community to gain hands-on experience and make connections in the field – our dedicated placement coordinator will help you find the right setting for your academic and professional goals. Anna Maria also offers extracurricular engagement through our Psychology Club, where you can interact with and learn from other psychology students.
Program Outcomes
When you finish your online bachelor's degree in psychology, you will be able to:
- Describe key psychological concepts and principles and apply these psychological concepts to yourself and to society.
- Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena and demonstrate information literacy by designing, conducting and interpreting psychological research.
- Apply ethical standards to psychological science and to clinical practice.
- Exhibit effective communication through writing and presentation skills.
- Apply psychological content to specific professional skills and career goals such as getting into graduate school, working as a research assistant or preparing for a career in human services.
Required Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
| PSY 101 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 202 | Advanced General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 210 | Research in the Social World | 3 |
| PSY 222 | History & Systems of Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 250 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
| PSY 327 | Experimental Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 348 | Neuropsychology | 3 |
| HMS 490 | Senior Seminar | 3 |
| PSY 499 | Internship Seminar | 3 |
| One Developmental Psychology Course | PSY 207 Child Development or PSY 215 Adolescent Development or PSY 217 Lifespan Development | 3 |
| One Clinical Psychology Course | PSY 306 Abnormal Psychology or PSY 313 Personality Theory | 3 |
| One Sociocultural Psychology Course | PSY 322 Social Psychology or PSY 324 Cultural Psychology | 3 |
| Electives | Three Upper-Level Elective Courses | 9 |
Transfer Credits
We accept up to 75 transfer credits into the B.A. in Psychology program. Transferring in your previously earned credits can help you save time and money by finishing your degree faster.
You can learn more about the online psychology degree by calling us at 877-265-3201 to speak with one of our program managers about a personalized evaluation of your transcripts.
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