Psychology, BA (Bachelors Completion)
Azusa, USA
BA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
Study Psychology (Bachelor’s Completion) at Azusa Pacific University
You’ll complete your degree and gain broad, hands-on training in our program tailored toward transfer students—opening the door to a wide variety of careers. Take advantage of opportunities to engage in first-hand field experience, conduct original research alongside faculty members, and secure contacts in your area of interest by participating in internship opportunities. Choose from multiple regional locations or online, as well as full or part-time options, and graduate skilled in analyzing human behavior in real-world contexts.
Program at a Glance
The School of Behavioral Sciences equips students for compassionate leadership in fields like physical therapy, social work, and psychology, guided by experienced faculty and hands-on learning.
Application Deadline
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for upcoming class starts. There are six class starts per year. The first step is to apply or submit an inquiry online.
Program Information
- Program Units: 48
- Total Units to Graduate: 120
- Cost per Unit:
100-200-level courses: $452
300-400-level courses: $527 - Location: High Desert, Inland Empire, Monrovia, Murrieta, Online, Orange County, San Diego
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Boost your résumé through internship opportunities.
- Explore the intersection of Christian faith and psychology.
- Conduct research alongside faculty mentors.
- Analyze human behavior in a variety of real-world contexts.
- Receive support with career entry and graduate school admission, including free writing tutoring.
Prerequisites
- Introduction to Statistics
- Biology and Society
- Science and Technology for Everyday Applications
Domain 1: Core Courses
- General Psychology
- Data Analysis in Psychology
- Writing 2: Psychology Subdisciplines and Career Trajectories
- Abnormal Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Writing 3: Senior Seminar in Psychology and Christian Integration
Developmental
Choose one of the following:
- Human Growth and Development
- Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development
- Psychology of Adult Development
Neurocognition
Choose one of the following:
- Introduction to Brain and Behavior
- Cognition
- Psychology of Learning
- Neurological and Behavioral Disorders
Sociocultural
- Social Psychology
- Multicultural Psychology
Domain 2: Career Focus
Choose any six courses (18 units) from any of the following clusters. A course may be used to meet the requirement of Domain 1 or Domain 2, but not both.
Business and Community Cluster
- Social Psychology
- Industrial/Organizational Psychology
- Psychology of Conflict Management and Mediation
- Community Psychology
- Multicultural Psychology
- Political Psychology
Clinical and Counseling Cluster
- Introduction to Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor Credentialing
- Psychology of Personality
- Psychology of Suicide
- Group Process
- Intervention Strategies with Children
- Psychology of the Family
- Counseling Theory
- Interventions in Counseling
- Substance Use Assessment and Interventions
- Case Management in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Development and Education Cluster
- Human Growth and Development
- Educational Psychology
- Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development
- Psychology of Adult Development
- Psychology of Exceptional Children
- Psychosocial Interventions in Pediatric Health Care
- Advanced Child Development
- Family Systems Theory and Applications
- Coping Strategies for Children Experiencing Stress and Trauma
Methods Cluster
- History of Psychology
- Research Experience I
- Psychological Testing and Measurement
- Theory, Research and Practice in Psychology
- Experimental Research Methods
- Non-Experimental Research Methods
- Analysis of Variance
Neurocognition Cluster
- Introduction to Brain and Behavior
- Cognition
- Psychology of Learning
- Bilingualism, Biculturalism, and Cognition
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Neurological and Behavioral Disorders
Restoring Wholeness Cluster
- Sports Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Psychology of Religion
- Drugs, Behavior, and Society
- Stress and Coping
Domain 3: Applied Integrative Learning
Choose one of the following:
- Field Experience
- Research Experience I
Total Units: 48
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