Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Shape the future as a leader

Broaden your scope of opportunities with the online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree from Southwest Minnesota State University. Through an online learning platform, you’ll explore the methods, approaches, and principles used by today’s psychologists and learn to apply psychological research and theory in your career.

This online degree program delivers personalized instruction from distinguished educators, plus expert-level knowledge of human thought and behavior that can be applied in nearly every industry. Learn in a supportive, interactive environment and build a strong academic foundation for your chosen career path.

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A Comprehensive Curriculum for Diverse Career Paths

SMSU’s online Bachelor’s in Psychology degree offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to help you flourish personally and professionally. Courses provide professional insight on today’s behavioral science issues, including developmental and experimental psychology, aging, behavior modification, group dynamics, and more.

Liberal Arts Foundation

All of SMSU’s online bachelor’s degree programs offer a foundational education rooted in liberal arts, plus the essential skills for success in your chosen field.

Multi-Discipline Skills

Courses for this program deliver invaluable behavioral analysis skills useful for a variety of industries, not just the mental health field.

Hands-On Learning

Complete an internship that focuses on applied psychology while gaining real-world experience in the field.

Learn Online with SMSU

Completing your education while maintaining your personal commitments can be challenging. With SMSU, however, you can earn your degree online and on your schedule through an interactive, virtual platform. You’ll receive the same rigorous education offered on campus, but at the time of your choice and from anywhere internet is available.

What Can You Do with a Psych Degree?

Skills in human behavior analysis are essential for every industry, especially the growing fields of mental health and social science. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 98,000 new positions are expected to be made available for professionals in this area by 2031.1

5 Top Jobs for Psychology Grads2,3

  1. Sociologist, $92,910 median annual salary
  2. Psychologist, $81,040 median annual salary
  3. School counselor, $60,510 median annual salary
  4. Family therapist, $49,880 median annual salary
  5. Substance abuse counselor, $48,520 median annual salary

About Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwest Minnesota State University is committed to preparing you for both personal and professional success through its quality liberal arts education. Recognized for its inclusive and student-centered academics, SMSU is a university of choice with high national rankings, affordable tuition rates, and scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future. Become part of our community today!

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Sources

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations.” Retrieved August 25, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov.
  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Psychologists, Similar Occupations.” Retrieved August 25, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov.
  3. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Psychologists.” Retrieved August 25, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov.