Our online degree in psychology provides a unique cross-cultural perspective that emphasizes cultural diversity and its impact on health and well-being. This hands-on bachelor’s program also gives you the chance to engage in mentored research, community service learning activities and other opportunities to apply psychology lessons to real-world challenges.
The online bachelor’s in psychology is a good choice if you enjoy working with people and want to learn about the mind and human behavior. This program will teach you to think critically and independently, to interpret data and communicate effectively, and understand cultural differences — all skills that are highly valued by today’s employers.
While the Bachelor of Science in Psychology includes more courses in the areas the mathematics and natural sciences, we also offer an online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree that focuses more on humanities and social sciences.
Requirements for the psychology degree include classes in culture and psychology, research methods and social sciences. The curriculum emphasizes developing respect for and knowledge of diverse points of view that include feminist, multicultural, indigenous, and gay and lesbian perspectives.
Offered at in-state tuition no matter where you live, UAF’s online degrees have been ranked among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. We invite you to learn more and apply today to get started on your online Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
The estimated cost of the online Bachelor of Science in Psychology program based on current rates is $43,300.
See what your dollars go toward on the UAF eCampus Tuition and Fees page.
Here are just a few of the activities you’ll engage in when you major in psychology at UAF:
I could not have become a marine mammal trainer without the Psychology department at UAF. Their support while I was a student and even afterward helped me achieve this dream!
At UAF, online courses typically do not have set meeting times but do have weekly deadlines. While there are some standard practices, each course is designed by the instructor to best teach the material. Most courses run the full length of the 16-week semester.
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