Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree

Overview

WHY CONSIDER A BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY DEGREE?


People who study psychology have unique insight into human behavior and can use this understanding to have a positive impact on people's day-to-day lives. Earning a bachelor's in psychology degree is an important first step for anyone who is looking to pursue a career in this field.

At Post University, our Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree program faculty members apply their extensive backgrounds in the social sciences, social services, and business to integrate a real-world perspective into their courses and provide students with a variety of hands-on experiences that integrate theory and practice. The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree program emphasizes those skills most valued by employers such as social maturity, interpersonal effectiveness, critical thinking, collaboration, persistence and initiative, and oral and written expression.

There are many career options for those with a bachelor's in psychology degree . The skills and problem-solving strategies learned through training in research methodology and team projects will prepare you for a career in fields such as counseling and rehabilitation, human services, administration, community and public relations, advertising and market research, education, and legislative affairs, among others.

Post University's Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree program includes three applied concentration tracks—Human Development, Education and Health, and Organizational Studies. The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree program also offers a minor in Forensic Psychology. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in internship and cooperative education experiences throughout their college career so they can gain real-world experience before they graduate with a bachelor's in psychology degree.

THE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY DEGREE PROGRAM AT POST UNIVERSITY IS IDEAL FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO:

  • Gain the skills and experiences they'll need to succeed in a wide range of career opportunities in public, private and non-profit organizations
  • Enhance self-awareness, build confidence and develop a strong sense of direction through a careful blend of Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree program courses, general education and elective courses
  • Make connections across disciplines so they're better prepared to respond to a diverse and constantly changing global marketplace
  • Participate in internship and cooperative education programs that offer real-life work experience before they graduate with their bachelor's in psychology degree
  • Learn from faculty members who have advanced degrees and years of relevant experience in the field of psychology

BENEFITS OF THE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY DEGREE PROGRAM AT POST UNIVERSITY

  • Post University is an accredited New England university that has been providing quality education to its students since 1890.
  • Our small classes are taught by faculty members who have advanced degrees and extensive real-world experience in their respective fields.
  • We offer a high-quality, career-focused bachelor's in psychology degree program that will make a real difference in your future career.
  • Our Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree program features a curriculum with a strong focus on innovation, creativity and leadership. You won't be learning from static text on a page; you'll be part of a highly interactive, practice-based learning environment.
  • You will get a great return on your investment (ROI), earning a valuable degree at an affordable price.
  • You can transfer up to 90 credits from another accredited institution.

Faculty Advisor Contact Information
Dr. Katey Baruth
203.591.5675

PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM FAST FACTS
     
STUDENTS IN THIS DEGREE PROGRAM
80  
     
OCCUPATIONS
This degree will prepare you for careers including, but not limited to, the ones listed below.
Managers, All Other
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.00
 
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3032.00
 
Psychologists, All Other
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3039.00
     
2010- 2011 PROGRAM COMPLETERS
4
 
2010-2011 PROGRAM COMPLETERS IN NORMAL TIME
100%*
*Students who do not transfer in any credits typically complete this program within 5 years.
     
JOB PLACEMENT
100% of program graduates are employed
     
     
 
ACCREDITATION
Post University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., (NEASC) through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

Post University's Business School also is a candidate for Accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
 
TUITION & FEES 2011-2012
Program Cost: $104,000*
Room and Board: $39,400*
Approximate Program Text Book Cost: $4,800*

* This is the program cost for the entire 120-credit degree program using current tuition and room and board rates. Program costs will vary depending on transfer credits and financial aid amounts.
   
UNIVERSITY FINANCIAL AID
100% of students receive some form of Financial Aid
   
PROGRAM MEDIAN LOAN DEBT
Number of Borrowers: 78
Federal Private Loans Institutional Loans
(Amount Borrowed) (Amount Borrowed) (Amount Owed)
$15,826 $46 $5,000
   
MAIN CAMPUS RETENTION RATES
58% of full-time Freshmen who enrolled at Post University's Main Campus in the Fall semester of 2009 returned for the 2010 Fall semester.

The program retention rate is 41%.
 
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
16 students  
   
UNIVERSITY FACULTY
Full-time: 35  
Part-time: 298
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