Bachelor in Psychology

Skills for Diverse Opportunities in Psychology

Quality Education for Careers that Matter

Reach your career goals in psychology or counseling with a psychology major from the University of West Alabama. Learn from expert educators and gain the skills to stand out in this growing field with one of Alabama’s oldest and most prestigious universities. You’ll receive a personalized education designed to help you achieve your dreams at an affordable cost.

Explore a curriculum driven by innovation and get involved on a campus that’s rich with diversity. With UWA, the strong academic foundation and career-ready skills your student needs for long-term success are within reach.

Outstanding alumni network

Distinguished faculty

Accepts transfer credits

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Expert Knowledge to Improve Mental Health

The psychology major from UWA is delivered with an accredited curriculum that explores human behavior, emotions and mental health needs of diverse populations. Through this program, you’ll build a solid foundation in a growing field with rewarding professional opportunities.

Explore a Diverse Curriculum

Prepare for the career you want with courses that cover a variety of essential topics. Build career-ready skills in research methodology, human development, abnormal psychology, personality theory, intergroup relations, sports psychology and more.

Courses Taught by Experts

UWA’s faculty have achieved the highest level of education available in their fields of study to ensure you gain real-world skills from the industry’s top professionals.

Hands-On Learning Opportunities

Assist expert faculty members with academic research to gain real-world practice for your psychology career. You may also qualify to participate in regional or national conferences and share your research discoveries with others in the field.

There’s Something About This Place

The University of West Alabama is a full-service university that provides many of the same offerings as big city schools, plus the comfort and familiarity of home. While you’re here, you’ll experience a sense of community and discover numerous ways to get involved. From service organizations and Greek life to honor societies and sports, our beautiful campus has something for everyone. Discover what’s in store for you on campus at UWA.

Help Others with a Rewarding Career Field

Mental health professionals in all areas of psychology are in high demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the social service alone is expected to grow by 12% through 2030. This growth includes more than 346,000 new jobs for graduates with a psychology major.1

In-Demand Psychology Careers2

  1. Substance abuse counselor
  2. Marriage therapist
  3. School counselor
  4. Rehabilitation counselor
  5. Psychologist

The University of West Alabama is located in the heart of Livingston on the Mississippi border of the state and offers career-focused academic programs on campus and online to students worldwide. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is recognized as one of the safest in the nation and has nature trails along with a 54-acre lake that’s stocked for fishing.

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Sources

  1. “Community and Social Service Occupations.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved Jan. 26, from https://www.bls.gov.
  2. “Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved Jan. 26, from https://www.bls.gov.