Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Program Overview
In the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program, students explore human behavior, the liberal arts and practical applications. Students are prepared for a variety of settings, whether they enter the workforce immediately or pursue further education. Built on a foundation of service and the promotion of peace and justice, the psychology program empowers students to pursue the common good.
- Available on-campus and 100% online
- Two tracks: general psychology or pre-clinical/pre-counseling
- Senior capstone project or applied internship
- Option to double major in psychology and social work in 138 hours
Courses
Spalding’s Bachelor of Arts in Psychology prepares students to meet the needs of the times through excellent coursework, immersive experiences and real-world applications.
Students take courses such as Lifespan Development, Experimental Procedures and Social Psychology in addition to cross-discipline courses like Political and Economic Power and Human Biology.
All students in the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program complete a senior capstone project or applied internship.
Tuition
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Learn about tuition and fees for our Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program, as well as your financial aid options.
Accreditation
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degrees.
Admissions Requirements
Ready to explore the human experience? Discover how Spalding’s Bachelor of Arts in Psychology will prepare you to meet the needs of the times.
Find Possibility in the Heart of the City
DISCOVER YOUR GROWTH POTENTIAL
Psychology professionals are in high demand — the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that between 2024 and 2034, roles for substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors will grow by 17 percent.
High-Impact Career Preparation
Spalding psychology graduates are meeting the needs of the times in a multitude of careers, including:
- Child protective services worker
- Clinical mental health counselor
- Human resources specialist
- Job analyst
- Market researcher
- Probation and parole officer
- Psychiatric hospital aide
- Residential youth counselor
- Substance abuse counselor
Students interested in further study benefit from Spalding’s graduate and doctoral programs in psychology:
Psychology is a versatile and valuable major. It equips students with essential skills that employers seek — clear communication, data-driven decision-making, ethical reasoning, conflict resolution and team building across diverse backgrounds. For those pursuing graduate study, psychological science provides the foundation for evidence-based treatments. I’m also especially inspired by the field of positive psychology and its potential to enhance well-being on a broad scale.
Steve Katsikas, Advanced Clinical Emphasis Area Advisor and Professor, School of Professional Psychology
