Online Psychology Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Science online degree program in Psychology is committed to helping students understand the multi-faceted nature of human beings and to apply that knowledge to meet their professional, academic, and personal goals.

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology is:

a self-paced learning program;

completed off-campus;

not structured in semesters, quarters or terms; and

designed to allow students to begin at any time of the year.

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The Master of Science online degree program in Psychology is committed to helping students understand the multi-faceted nature of human beings and to apply that knowledge to meet their professional, academic, and personal goals.

The Master of Science degree in Psychology is:

a self-paced learning program;

completed off-campus;

not structured in semesters, quarters or terms; and

designed to allow students to begin at any time of the year.

Other Fees

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The Psychology department provides students with an understanding of the perspectives, content, and methods of science and the practice of psychology. This 45-credit major is intended for students who are interested in careers that would combine a background in psychology with work in fields such as social work, family studies, business, forensics, primate behavior, and other fields for which training in behavioral science would be useful. Students in the 45-credit major are required to complete either a minor or a double major.

Entry Requirements

Prior to gaining entrance to the Psychology major, one must receive a C or higher inthe following courses:

PSY 101
BIOL 101, 182, or 201
MATH 130 or higher - *Note Business 221 is an acceptable substitute prerequisite

To check if a course taken outside of the university will fulfill one of these classes, please check your previous
institution's course equivalencies here: http://www.cwu.edu/registrar/transfer-equivalencies-policies

International Students
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To submit proof of English proficiency, international students (except those from Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and English-speaking provinces of Canada) must submit one of the following:

a) IELTS score (6.0) or TOEFL score (525 for paper-based, 195 for computer-based, 71 for Internet-based)

b) A 3.0 or B grade in each of the two college-level English composition classes from a U.S. college or university.

c) Recommendation from CWU’s UESL program.

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Notes

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete two years of a foreign language in high school or
one year in college by the time they graduate.

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The Psychology degree program at Colorado Christian University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the foundational theories of human nature, explored from a Christian worldview, and challenges students to integrate faith and the study of human behavior in a scholarly environment that fosters critical thinking and creative thinking.

Graduates are equipped for entry-level positions in business, education, the mental-health field, ministry, governmental agencies, and other areas where a psychology background is either required or enhances the individual's qualifications for employment.

Psychology Degree Program Benefits
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Graduates of the Psychology degree program are academically prepared to apply for admission into the Master of Arts in Counseling program at CCU.

Our online psychology degree is specially designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.

Students take one course at a time with classroom-based courses meeting one night a week for five weeks.

Students can complete the coursework online. Internet-based courses run for seven weeks and weekly assignments may be completed around your schedule.

Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.

The program is taught in an accelerated format and can be completed in as little as five semesters by attending courses on weeknights or online.

Students have direct access to professors who are also professionals in the field.

Entry Requirements

CCU sets test scores and grade point averages as our minimum level of acceptance for traditional undergraduate students. Normally, the minimum requirements for admission are:

2.8 High School GPA;
21 ACT composite scoreor1500 SAT score;
A strong spiritual recommendation; and
Application essay responses

Students who do not meet these minimum requirements are encouraged to apply and the University will consider their application under a committee review process which may include a personal interview. Factors such as essay content, recommendation content, and extracurricular activity all contribute to an individual admission decision.

International Student Requirements
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As an international student, you must meet regular entrance requirements and follow standard application procedures. In addition, you will need to demonstrate the ability to understand college-level English. All non-native English speaking undergraduate students must achieve a minimum score of 550 or better on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

If you are admitted on a student visa you must be enrolled for at least twelve semester hours of credit. In order to work off campus, international students must meet with the International Student Coordinator at CCU to obtain permission from the United States Immigration authorities. International students may be eligible for institutional financial aid and awards, but are not eligible for federal financial aid.

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Discover the basic theories, principles, laws of behavior, and scientific methods used in psychological research through this Bachelor of Science that takes a unique approach to psychology.

Our online psychology bachelor's degree features an innovative and well-rounded curriculum that carries a strong science and liberal arts influence and will help you develop a number of important skills required in a broad range of occupations. Skills such as written and oral communication, cooperation, and analytical and critical thinking, combined with a strong background in the sciences and liberal arts demonstrates versatility, giving you the ability to pursue a variety of career paths.

Lecture and lab pairings will give you the opportunity to apply the scientific components you'll learn firsthand, so that upon completion of the program, you're able to demonstrate knowledge of psychological principles and concepts across several basic psychological content areas.

Entry Requirements

- Previous college credit must be transferred into the program, and minimum credits required can vary depending on previous coursework completed. Although this program works particularly well for students who have completed an associate's degree with an emphasis in psychology, it is not required for admittance into this program.

- 2.0 cumulative GPA (2.5 cumulative GPA preferred) from all coursework previously completed

- Satisfy admission requirement in mathematics

- High school graduation or equivalent

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