Psychology

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Level of Study
Degree Type
Associate of Arts (A.A)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
at a Glance

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Psychologists study any and all influences on our thoughts, feelings and actions. At Point University, our psychology program provides foundational knowledge of human behavior, sociology, research, statistics and writing skills.

What can you do with a degree in psychology?

Depending on career goals, students can earn a bachelor of arts or a bachelor of science in psychology. Students in the psychology program complete a group of core and elective courses, and are prepared for immediate employment, career advancement or graduate school.

Point University also offers a fully online bachelor of science in psychology degree program.

Why Study at Point?

Why Study Psychology at Point?

Program & Course Information

Our online associate of arts in psychology degree equips students with a broad grounding in the liberal arts, along with a foundational knowledge of psychology and sociology.

Our online associate of arts in psychology degree equips students with a broad grounding in the liberal arts, along with a foundational knowledge of psychology and sociology.

The B.A. in psychology degree prepares students with a broad, basic understanding of social sciences theory and application. Through completion of a dynamic group of psychology core and elective courses, a student can prepare for immediate employment, career advancement or graduate study.

The B.S. in psychology is a good choice for students who want to pursue academic or research careers. The bachelor of science program includes more math and science courses, and also prepares students for graduate school.

Mikayla Pinchom '22

“Point has been a springboard for me. My professors poured into me and helped me with whatever I needed. It filled me up so that I can go and help other people.”

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Practical Internships

Go Beyond the Classroom

Each student in our psychology program completes an internship to gain hands-on experience before graduation. Students have completed internships at:

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Innovation Solutions
  • The Arena Recovery Community Center
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Career Opportunities

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Most students in this program pursue graduate school. Students also pursue careers in a variety of industries, in roles including:

  • Counselor
  • Case Manager
  • Human Resources Administrator
  • Social Worker
  • Marriage and Family Therapist

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