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Psychology Bachelor's Degrees

Many undergraduates take psychology courses because at that stage of growth they become fascinated with the inner workings of the human mind. And some become so fascinated that they want to devote their lives to the study of the mind to be able to either understand themselves and fellow humans better or to help people deal with their problems. For these folks, a psychology degrees bachelor program is likely the right fit. At universities such as Michigan State University or San Diego State University, you can find just this degree program that will lead to your eventual job in the psychology field.

When working through your psychology degrees bachelor program, you can expect to gain the follow skills: brain and behavior skills, clinical procedure skills, mental illness recognition skills and patient communication skills, among many others. You will likely be taking courses such as developmental psychology, mathematics, social and behavioral sciences, general psychology, psychological principles, and cognitive psychology, among others. These will help on your path to being a psychologist or psychiatrist.

According to research done by the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, those in the psychology field who have successfully completed a psychology degrees bachelor program go onto make more money than someone who had not completed that course work. The typical salary is between about $35,000 and $90,000 a year. If additional degrees are pursued, the salary can increase a great deal more.



Top Psychology Schools

      
  • University of Phoenix

    At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Psychology
    • A.A. in Psychology

    Location: Online

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  • Capella University

    Achieve your potential with an online degree from Capella University.

    Programs

    • BS - General Psychology
    Location:
    Minneapolis: Capella Tower, Minneapolis MN 55402
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  • Keiser University

    For over 30 years, Keiser University eCampus Online has provided student-centered, quality career education.

    Programs

    • Psychology, BA (Online)
    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: , Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
    Keiser University
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  • Ashford University

    Earn the degree you've always wanted at Ashford University. Be empowered with resources to achieve your goals, including an innovative online classroom and a supportive environment. Ashford University is defining the modern college experience.

    Programs

    • BA/Psychology
    • BA/Cognitive Studies
    • BA/Social Science - Psychology
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    Location: Online

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  • Post University

    Earn your degree online or on campus and accelerate your life.

    Programs

    • B.A. in Psychology
    • B.S. in Human Services / Psychology
    • B.S. in Human Services / Counseling
    Location:
    Waterbury: 800 Country Club Rd., Waterbury CT 06723
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  • Argosy University Online

    Argosy University offers doctoral, master's, bachelor's and associate's degree programs to students through its five colleges: Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Education, Business, Health Sciences, and Undergraduate Studies.

    Programs

    • BA Psychology
    • Psychology - Criminal Justice concentration (BA)
    • Psychology - Organizational Psychology concentration (BA)
    Location:
    Phoenix: , Phoenix AZ 85021
    Argosy University Online
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  • Walden University

    Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Human Services - Psychology 
    • B.S. in Psychology - Psychology Preparation for Graduate Schools
    • B.S. in Psychology - Psychology Applied in Everyday Life
    • More...

    Location: Online

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  • South University Online

    Designed with the needs of working adult students in mind, South University, Online Programs is built on the same curriculum offered at South University's campus locations. As a student at South University, Online Programs you will receive the same degree, quality instruction, variety of learning options and level of service found at the campus locations.

    Programs

    • Psychology (BA)
    Location:
    Savannah: 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah GA 31406-4805
    South University Online
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  • Baker College Online

    Earn a Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master's or Doctorate for less at Baker College Online.

    Programs

    • Bachelor of Science in Psychology
    Location:
    Lisle: 550 Warrenville Rd, Suite 101, Lisle IL 60532
    Baker College Online
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  • American InterContinental University Online

    Earn an online degree that really matters from AIU Online.

    Programs

    • Bachelor's (BBA) - Generalist
    Location:
    Schaumburg: 231 N. Martingale Road, Schaumburg IL 60173
    American InterContinental University Online
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