Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Online)
A fascinating major and an applied science, psychology prepares students for careers in virtually any industry. It also prepares you for life by teaching important skills like communication and critical thinking. In addition to participating in real-world learning through internships and service learning experiences, psychology majors at Alvernia conduct collaborative research alongside faculty scholars. The program’s online format gives students flexibility to study on their own time.
- Program Length:
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2 or 4 Years
- Course Length:
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7 Weeks
- Tuition:
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$675 Per Credit
- Study Format:
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Online
- Credit Hours:
- 120
- Tuition Discount Available
Career Outlook
• Tuition discount available; ask for details
Fast-Growing Profession
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Overall employment of psychologists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. Ë®¹ûÅÉ 12,900 openings for psychologists are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
High-Earnings Potential
The median annual wage for psychologists in 2024 was $94,310, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Job Options
- Psychologist
- Therapist
- Counselor
- Training and development
- Healthcare
- Criminal justice
- Teacher
- Human resources
- Social worker
Career Support at Alvernia
Alvernia's Office of Career Development supports students and alumni in job searches and career planning. Its services include individual career advising; résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile reviews; interview preparation and practice; access to career information as well as internship and job opportunities; career fairs and networking connections; and graduate school application support.
Program Overview
- Application Instructions
For admission into Alvernia’s online psychology degree, you must have a 2.0 GPA or higher. To apply:
- Speak to an enrollment counselor
- Complete an application
- Provide evidence of high school completion/graduation. Documentation may include high school transcript, diploma, GED scores, or equivalent.*
- Submit official transcripts of all previous college work (if applicable)
- Submit a copy of from military (if applicable)
*This requirement may be waived if an official college transcript is provided to validate completion of 15 credits or more from an accredited school.
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
- Topics of Study
As you complete your psychology degree online, you’ll be exposed to a variety of topics, including:
- Basic processes underlying human behavior, as well as basic skills and concepts for interpreting behavior, such as descriptive and correlational research design principles
- Physical, cognitive, social, personality and moral development through one’s lifespan
- How to conduct scientific research in psychology and evaluate the research of others
- Mental illnesses and maladaptive behavior and their respective treatments
- How to develop techniques necessary to be effective in professional settings and the formal regulations that govern professional ethics in the field
- Ethical, clinical and professional concerns in psychology
- Accreditation
Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Smart Ways to Save at Alvernia
Your goals matter—and affordability shouldn’t stand in the way. Alvernia offers multiple ways to make tuition manageable, including payment plans, financial aid options and tuition reimbursement programs. We guide you every step of the way.
Bringing credits with you? Alvernia offers transfer-focused scholarship options and staff ready to help you map a clear path to graduation — whether you’re transferring into a day program or completing your degree at an accelerated pace.
Apply for admission, then complete the FAFSA (school code 003233). Pennsylvania residents should file by the May 1 state grant deadline. Once your FAFSA is received, accepted and you’re registered, we’ll prepare your aid offer
Many employers and organizations partner with Alvernia to offer tuition discounts for working adults. Check whether your workplace is eligible and see how a Preferred Partner benefit can lower your tuition on select programs.
If your employer reimburses you after the semester ends, Alvernia can help you postpone tuition payment for up to 30 days after the semester—at no additional charge—so you don’t have to pay everything upfront.
Online Learning at Ë®¹ûÅÉ
Thinking about finishing your degree or making a career move? Hear directly from Ë®¹ûÅÉ’s adult learners as they share their honest experiences balancing life, work, and online classes.
Get to Know Your Faculty
For more information about Alvernia’s online Psychology program contact the Graduate & Adult Education Admissions Office at gradandadult@alvernia.edu or 610-796-5187. Or reach out directly to program Psychology & Counseling Department Chair Di You at 610-796-8354 or di.you@alvernia.edu.
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