Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of West Florida's online Psychology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological science and its applications. The program focuses on developing essential skills valued by employers, preparing students for a multitude of career paths in psychology.

Program Details

• Next Start Date: May 11
• Credit Hours: 120
• Course Length: 16 weeks
• Estimated Program Length: 24–48 months

What You Will Learn

By completing this degree, students will be able to:

• Analyze or solve behavioral questions using psychological methods
• Develop strong research capabilities
• Strengthen oral skills and communicate clearly and professionally in both written and oral work
• Explore career options and focus learning and skill development based on a chosen career plan

Courses

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• PSY 2012 - General Psychology
• STA 2023 - Elements of Statistics
• PSY 3213 - Research Methods in Psychological Science I
• PSY 2023 - Professional Development in Psychology
• PSY 4930 - Capstone in Psychology: Special Topics
• SOP 3004 - Social Psychology
• EXP 4404 - Psychology of Learning
• EXP 4204 - Sensation and Perception
• DEP 3103 - Child Development
• CLP 3144 - Abnormal Psychology

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission, students must:

• Successfully complete all prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better
• Submit official transcripts from all institutions previously attended
• Submit ACT or SAT scores
• Complete the residency application form for tuition purposes
• Complete the departmental application form

Careers & Outcomes

Graduates of the program may pursue careers in:

• Human Resources
• Probation and Correctional Services
• Rehabilitation Counseling
• Mental Health Counseling
• Childcare

Costs & Financial Aid

• Tuition Rate per Credit Hour:
  • In-state Tuition: $218.98 per credit hour
  • In-state Tuition with Maximum Transfer Credits: $218.98 per credit hour
  • Full Out-of-state Tuition: $648.37 per credit hour
  • 75% Out-of-state Tuition Waiver: $341.67 per credit hour
• Alabama Differential Out-of-State Tuition: available for residents of Alabama
• Military & Veterans: various education assistance and tuition waiver opportunities
• UWF Financial Assistance: loans, scholarships, and grants for degree-seeking students

Featured Courses

A sample of featured courses includes:

• PSY 2023 - Professional Development in Psychology
• SOP 3004 - Social Psychology
• PSB 4002 - Brain, Behavior, and Experience
• PPE 4003 - Theories of Personality

Related Programs

Related programs offered by the University of West Florida include:

• General Business, BSBA
• General Studies, BGS
• Health Sciences B.S. Online - Behavior Analysis
• Human Resource Management, BSBA