Online Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
BS in Psychology
As a student in Drexel University's online Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology program, you’ll explore the multifaceted world of psychology from every angle. Whether you are learning foundational knowledge from your core classes or developing your own interests and expertise through electives, you will emerge well-versed in the rigorous, evidence-based methodologies that are integral to the field. An online Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Drexel offers invaluable skills that can be leveraged for success no matter what career path you choose, making you an indispensable asset to any employer and an appealing candidate for advanced graduate work.
What is a Bachelor’s in Psychology?
The field of psychology focuses on the brain, mental processes, behavior, and development. Psychologists devote their careers to investigating how biological, psychological, environmental, and social factors impact the way we grow, learn and act in day-to-day life. A BS in Psychology is a research-based degree that prepares you for the job market or more advanced graduate work in the field.
BS in Psychology Online Program Features
- Learn to frame and find answers to important questions regarding human behavior, cognition and emotion, and how to apply these findings to improve lives
- Courses emphasize sequences in research methodology and statistics, preparing you for a future in everything from research to corporate settings
- Prepare for careers in fields like business, applied neuroscience, forensics, law, health sciences, and more
- Opportunities to develop your own research with an optional senior thesis
- Fully online classes mean that you can participate and learn around your schedule
- Classes are taught by distinguished faculty from the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
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What Can I Do with a Bachelor’s in Psychology?
Many students who earn their BS in Psychology go on to earn a master’s degree or PhD and work as a clinical, research or organizational psychologist. But there are plenty of job opportunities for those who choose to enter the workplace after receiving their bachelor’s degree. A significant number of graduates hold positions as case managers, laboratory assistants, social services specialists, psychiatric technicians, and rehabilitation specialists. Moreover, psychology majors are often found in such fields as sales, marketing and advertising, teaching and criminal justice.
Bachelor’s in Psychology Salary Expectations
Given that graduates with a BS in Psychology can pursue a wide range of career paths, salaries and job titles will vary greatly. Here are the median salaries for some of the more commonly held positions.
Position
Median Salary (2017)
Career and Technical Education Teacher
$55,240
Child Care Worker
$22,290
Human Resource Manager
$110,120
Market Researcher
$63,230
Medical and Health Service Manager
$98,350
Probation Officer / Correctional Treatment Specialist
$51,410
Psychiatric Technician
$29,330
Research / Laboratory Assistant
$46,000
Sales Manager
$121,060
Social and Community Service Manager
$64,100
Social Worker
$47,980
Writer
$61,820
Source: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook and O*Net
How Long Does It Take to Earn a Bachelor’s in Psychology?
Drexel’s online BS in Psychology consists of 180-quarter credits. However, you can transfer up to 135 quarter credits (equivalent to 90 semester credits) from any regionally accredited institution of higher learning as long as you have earned a grade of C or better. The number of transferred credits and selection of the full-time or part-time option will determine the total amount of time it will take to complete the program.
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Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
You can transfer up to 135 quarter credits (equivalent to 90 semester credits) from any accredited institution of higher learning as long as the grade is a C or better. Most credits will fulfill liberal arts or general classes.
The curriculum and course descriptions for this program can be found in the Drexel University Course Catalog.
Admissions Criteria
- Transfer Students
- A minimum of 24 previous college semester credits (36 quarter credits) with a grade of C or better from a regionally accredited institution
- GPA of 2.5 or above
- First-Year Students
- Between 0 – 23 previous college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution
- Must have earned a high school diploma or GED
- Non-Matriculated Option
- Drexel University also offers a non-matriculated option, where you can take courses without being enrolled in a degree-granting program.
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Transfer Students
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- First-Year Students
- Official high school transcripts
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Personal Essay
- Transfer Students
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2022-2023 is $557 per credit. (A 40% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $928 per credit)
- This program is eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- These rates apply only to fully online courses. Hybrid or on-campus courses may have different rates.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2022-2023 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2022
September 19, 2022
December 3, 2022
December 5, 2022
December 10, 2022
Winter 2023
January 9, 2023
March 18, 2023
March 20, 2023
March 25, 2023
Spring 2023
April 3, 2023
June 10, 2023
June 12, 2023
June 17, 2023
Summer 2023
June 26, 2023
September 2, 2023
September 4, 2023
September 9, 2023
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