Lay the foundation for a fascinating and fulfilling career with a BS in Psychology from Walden.
Walden’s BS in Psychology: Lay the Foundation for a Rewarding Career
Do you want to learn more about the human mind and use those insights to help others? Walden’s BS in Psychology online program equips you with a versatile skill set and the specialized knowledge you need to shape a meaningful career path.
In this program, you’ll study topics you’re passionate about now—and chart a clear course for your future. Graduate with educational experiences that can help you grow professionally. Become a positive force for happier and more resilient individuals, families, and communities.
A BS in Psychology program provides students with an academic foundation of psychological principles and practices that apply to many different job roles.
Focus Your Studies
Personalize your coursework by selecting from an array of concentration options that include Addiction and Forensic Psychology.
Work With a Faculty Coach
Get personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate through your schooling and consider future career prospects and planning.
Start on Your Master’s
Get a jump on your master’s degree by completing up to five graduate-level courses at the undergraduate tuition rate.
Become a Catalyst for Change
Walden’s social change mission is woven throughout our curriculum to prepare you to make a real difference for others.
Balance School With Life
We offer short, six-week courses to help you manage your time and fit your studies in with other commitments.
Prepare for Today’s Field
Our BS in Psychology curriculum follows American Psychological Association (APA) Undergraduate Psychology 2.0 standards.
Program Details
Curriculum - General Psychology Concentration
Degree Completion Requirements
- 181 quarter credits (1 semester credit equals 1.5 quarter credits)
- General education courses (46 cr.)
- Core courses (35 cr.)
- Concentration courses (25 cr.)
- Psychology elective courses (10 cr.)
- General Elective courses (65 cr.)
Students may be eligible to transfer up to 135 credits.* At least 45 credits must be completed at Walden.
*Please note: Students that reside in Virginia may be eligible to transfer up to 125 credits. At least 55 credits must be completed at Walden.
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
AIM: Get a Jump on Your Master’s Degree
Through our BS in Psychology Accelerate Into Master’s (AIM) concentration option, you can potentially complete both degrees in less time—and at a lower cost— than earning each degree separately. AIM-eligible master's programs at Walden include:
- MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- MS in Forensic Psychology
- MS in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- MS in Developmental Psychology
- MS in Human and Social Services
- MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MS in Criminal Justice
- MS in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management
- Master of Healthcare Administration
- Master of Public Administration
- MS in Health Education and Promotion
Learn more about Accelerate Into Master’s (AIM).
Admission Requirements
Admission is considered for adult students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Applicants must also meet one of the following criteria:
- You are 21 years of age or older.
- You are less than 21 years of age with at least 12 quarter credits.
- You are an active member of the military or a veteran with documentation of service.
More information for international applicants.
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Walden Undergraduate Academy™ opens new doors for working adults like you and makes earning a degree more achievable than ever before. This dedicated learning experience has an extra layer of support to help you build your confidence and academic skills before you start your online bachelor’s program. You’ll also be eligible for special savings that can make your bachelor’s degree more affordable.
The progress you make now pays you back. Receive one tuition-free course for every three paid courses you successfully complete. In addition, you’ll receive a $1,500 tuition grant.
We believe you can achieve your goals—and we’re here to support you along your journey.
Request information to learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
*Tuition and fees are subject to change. See Tuition and Fees section and Scholarship Details for more information.
| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 181 quarter credit hours | $333 per quarter hour | $60,273 |
| Technology Fee | Per quarter | $170 | $2,720 |
| $62,993** | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION |
-$16,818 $46,175* |
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*Represents course-based learning format, minimum time to completion, no transfer of credit, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 135 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,000.
| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 182 quarter credit hours | $333 per quarter hour | $60,606 |
| Technology Fee | Per quarter | $170 | $2,720 |
| $63,326*‡ | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION |
-$16,818 $46,508* |
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*Represents AIM concentration, minimum time to completion, no transfer of credit, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
*‡Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 135 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,000.
‡The BS in Psychology to MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Accelerate Into Master's (AIM) program option requires one additional credit, for a total of 182 credits.
Program Outcomes
Build the Foundation for a Rewarding Career
Walden’s bachelor’s program in psychology is purposefully designed to help you build foundational psychology knowledge and a highly transferable set of professional skills. Explore the latest psychology concepts, research, and theories while learning how to present evidence-based information to form your arguments. Whether you want to pursue a counseling career or another occupation in this broad field, our BS in Psychology program can set you on a path to your goals.
Career Outlook
A BS in Psychology is a versatile degree, providing you with universal skills that can be applied in a number of occupational roles and settings. Whether you plan to continue your studies at the graduate level or put your knowledge to work immediately in the field, an online psychology degree can help you shape the career you were meant for.
A BS in Psychology degree can prepare you to pursue career roles such as:1
- Caseworker
- Community organization worker
- Public relations representative
- Research assistant
A BS in Psychology degree can prepare you to work in settings such as:
- Health clinics
- Social services agencies
- Government agencies
- Courts
Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.
Learning Outcomes
As a graduate of our BS in Psychology online degree program, you will be prepared to:
- Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
- Understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design and data analysis and interpretation.
- Respect and use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and, when possible, a scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes.
- Understand and apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues.
- Tolerate ambiguity, act ethically, and reflect other values that are the underpinnings of psychology as a science serving a global society.
- Apply cultural competencies to effective and sensitive interactions with people from diverse backgrounds and cultural perspectives.
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Testimonials
Through my education at Walden, I have become more aware of how important it is to advocate for those who are marginalized and for my current and future profession.
This degree has fueled my passion for nonprofit work. I have developed a connection with the homeless community and a new awareness of the mental illness and addiction within this community.
My Walden education supported me in both hard skills centered around workforce development, clinical work around the field of psychology, as well as soft skill development such as communication.
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FAQ About Walden’s Online BS in Psychology Program
An online bachelor’s in psychology degree program provides a broad overview of the field of psychology and introduces you to different theories, approaches, and perspectives in the field. You will also choose a concentration so you can focus on the area that interests you most—for example, addiction, criminal justice, or forensic psychology. Upon completion of the program, a BS in Psychology can help prepare you to seek a variety of interesting entry-level positions, such as case management aide or social services liaison.
Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of a degree program.
As “helping professionals,” people who choose a career in psychology are often motivated by a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities in need. Earning your BS in Psychology can prepare you to work with different populations across a broad range of settings, including:
- Health clinics
- Extended care facilities
- Nursing homes
- Home health agencies
- Prisons
- Courts
- Private practice
- Social service agencies
Dr. Marilyn Powell of Walden University says a Bachelor of Science in Psychology is a door-opening degree. “The number one advantage of earning a BS in Psychology is that the field applies to almost any opportunities graduates seek,” she says. “It provides skills to understand human behavior, as well as principles of critical thinking and scientific investigation that are applicable to all jobs in some substantial way.” BS in Psychology career options span a variety of diverse fields, such as business, law, government, education, healthcare, and social services.
If you’re interested in how systems and people work and are compassionate and curious, you’re likely to enjoy the study of psychology. A BS in Psychology is a particularly good choice for those committed to social change, as the program helps you to apply reason and logic in order to understand issues, strategize about how to solve world problems, and ultimately implement change.
Walden University’s BS in Psychology program offers seven concentrations:
- Accelerate into Master’s (AIM)
- Addiction
- Criminal Justice
- Forensic Psychology
- General Concentration
- Human Services
- Workplace Psychology
1American Psychological Association, “What can you do with a bachelor’s degree in psychology?.” Retrieved August 2021.
Note on Licensure:
The BS in Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology or counseling professional.