Online Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
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Bachelor’s in Psychology Overview
It’s time to earn your psychology degree. Create real career opportunities within or beyond the field of psychology. Make your comeback and be ready to make a difference.
- Gain the psychological background that can make you a desirable candidate in many fields — or prepare for graduate work for a specialized career in psychology.
- Learn from expert faculty who are working professionals in the field.
- Shorten your path to a master’s degree, including our master’s degree in psychology, with a graduate program pathway.
- Gain management skills with an optional concentration in business foundations.
Gain the Skills That Matter Most
- Develop and use psychological skills, critical thinking, and a scientific approach to problem solving.
- Learn to evaluate behavior and mental processes while applying psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues.
- Apply basic psychology methodologies including research design, data analysis, and interpreting findings.
- Understand the major concepts, theories, conflicts, and historical trends in the field.
Network and Connect
Be a part of a supportive community by joining student organizations and honor societies: Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology; Autism Speaks U; and Psychology Club.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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What Courses Will I Take?
The online Bachelor of Science in Psychology includes core curriculum that is foundational to a psychology degree, plus a complement of interest-focused courses.
Sample Courses
- Introduction to Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
- Child and Adolescent Psychology
- Stress-Critical Issues in Management and Prevention
Program Requirements
Concentration CREDITS
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
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There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Program Outcomes
- Knowledge Base: Explain the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, enduring conflicts, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
- Research Methods: Apply psychology methods, including research design, data analysis, and the interpretation and evaluation of findings.
- Critical Thinking Skills: Use analytical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and the scientific approach in solving problems related to behavior and mental processes.
- Application: Apply the appropriate psychological principles, theories and concepts to personal, social, and organizational issues and problems.
- Values in Psychology: Exhibit an understanding of the underlying ethical standards, values, and considerations in theory and practice in the disciplines of psychology.
- Information and Technological Skills: Use contemporary tools and technologies to communicate psychological principles and concepts effectively in diverse social and professional settings.
- Global Awareness: Describe an understanding of how academic and applied psychology can improve interpersonal relationships across cultural and national boundaries.
Earn Credit for Prior Coursework and Experience
The average bachelor's degree student pays $15k and takes 2.3 years to complete their degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- How do you stay organized and meet deadlines when balancing multiple priorities?
- Describe a time when you worked with someone whose values or background were different from your own. How did you build trust and connection?
- Describe a situation where you had to resolve a misunderstanding or conflict with a peer, coworker, or team member. What did you learn?
- Describe a specific situation where teamwork played a key role in your success. How did you contribute?
- Describe a time when you stepped outside your comfort zone. What motivated you, and what was the outcome?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- Psychology
- Organizational Skills
- Behavioral Health
- Communication
- Coordination
- Management
- Advocacy
- Customer Service
- Writing
- Problem Solving
- Computer Literacy
- Time Management
Download the Program Brochure
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Get to Know Our Faculty
Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.
Faculty members who have advanced degrees
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Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.