Program Overview

Overview of the Online Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Forensic Psychology

The Online Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Forensic Psychology is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in psychological concepts, statistical reasoning, and research. This program explores the intersection of law and mental health, preparing graduates for careers in related areas or for further study.

Program Details

• The program consists of 39 classes, each lasting 7.5 weeks, and requires a total of 120 credit hours.
• The curriculum includes courses in abnormal behavior, criminology, and psychological perspectives on the court system, as well as research and statistics, lab work, and neuroscience.
• Students can choose electives that focus on specialized topics in forensic psychology, aligning with their personal or professional interests.

Featured Courses

• PSY 101: Introduction to Psychology
• PSY 230: Introduction to Statistics
• PSY 290: Research Methods
• PSY 330: Statistical Methods
• PSY 211: The Criminal Mind
• PSY 366: Psychological Disorders
• PSY 368: Forensic Psychology
• PSY 467: Psychology of Criminal Investigation

Career Opportunities

• A forensic psychology undergraduate program can support career growth in several fields, including work as a police officer, behavioral health technician, or corrections professional.
• Advanced degrees are required for many specialized positions, such as becoming a forensic psychologist, which requires a PhD.
• Potential career paths include:
  • Behavioral Health Specialist
  • Counselor (General)
  • Detective Sergeant
  • Lawyer
  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • Neuropsychologist
  • Psychiatrist
  • Social Worker

Admission Requirements

• To be admitted to ASU, applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have completed at least 14 of the specified courses, including math, English, lab sciences, social sciences, and a second language.
• Applicants must meet at least one of the following:
  • Top 25% in their high school graduating class
  • 3.00 GPA in competency courses
  • ACT score of 22 for Arizona residents (24 nonresidents) or SAT Reasoning score of 1120 for Arizona residents (1180 nonresidents)
• Additional admission requirements may apply for certain programs.

Tuition and Financial Aid

• The tuition calculator can be used to estimate full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid.
• Most students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

About ASU Online

• ASU Online is dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality online education to students from across the country and around the world.
• The university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report, including being ranked #1 in the U.S. for innovation for 11 consecutive years.