Program Overview

Online Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

The online Bachelor's Degree in Psychology program at Drexel University is a research-based degree that prepares students for the job market or advanced graduate work in the field. This program explores the multifaceted world of psychology, covering foundational knowledge and developing students' interests and expertise through electives.

Program Overview

The field of psychology focuses on the brain, mental processes, behavior, and development. Psychologists investigate how biological, psychological, environmental, and social factors impact human growth, learning, and behavior. The BS in Psychology degree is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychology and its applications.

Program Features

• Learn to frame and find answers to important questions regarding human behavior, cognition, and emotion, and how to apply these findings to improve lives.
• Courses emphasize sequences in research methodology and statistics, preparing students for careers in research, corporate settings, and more.
• Prepare for careers in fields like business, applied neuroscience, forensics, law, health sciences, and more.
• Opportunities to develop own research with an optional senior thesis.
• Fully online classes allow participation and learning around students' schedules.
• Classes are taught by distinguished faculty from the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences.

Top-Ranked Program

Drexel University's Bachelor's Degree in Psychology online program is ranked among the top ten in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Students gain the flexibility of convenient, fully online classes taught by distinguished faculty.

Career Opportunities

Many students who earn their BS in Psychology go on to earn a master's degree or PhD and work as clinical, research, or organizational psychologists. However, there are plenty of job opportunities for those who choose to enter the workplace after receiving their bachelor's degree. Graduates hold positions as case managers, laboratory assistants, social services specialists, psychiatric technicians, and rehabilitation specialists. Psychology majors are also found in fields such as sales, marketing, advertising, teaching, and criminal justice.

Salary Expectations

Given that graduates with a BS in Psychology can pursue a wide range of career paths, salaries and job titles will vary greatly. Median salaries for some commonly held positions include:

• Career and Technical Education Teacher: $62,910
• Child Care Worker: $32,050
• Human Resource Manager: $140,030
• Market Researcher: $76,950
• Medical and Health Service Manager: $117,960
• Probation Officer / Correctional Treatment Specialist: $64,520
• Psychiatric Technician: $42,200
• Research / Laboratory Assistant: $52,000
• Sales Manager: $138,060
• Social and Community Service Manager: $78,240
• Social Worker: $61,330
• Writer: $72,270

Program Duration

Drexel's online BS in Psychology consists of 182 quarter credits. Students can transfer up to 135 quarter credits (equivalent to 90 semester credits) from any regionally accredited institution of higher learning, provided they have earned a grade of C or better. The number of transferred credits and selection of the full-time or part-time option will determine the total amount of time it takes to complete the program.

Curriculum

The program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year, allowing students to take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits. The curriculum and course descriptions can be found in the Drexel University Course Catalog.

Admissions Criteria

Transfer Students

• A minimum of 24 previous college semester credits (36 quarter credits) with a grade of C or better from a regionally accredited institution.
• GPA of 2.5 or above.

First-Year Students

• Between 0 23 previous college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution.
• Must have earned a high school diploma or GED.

Non-Matriculated Option

Drexel University also offers a non-matriculated option, where students can take courses without being enrolled in a degree-granting program.

Required Documents

• A completed application.
• Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended.
• Personal Essay (for first-year students).
• Additional requirements for international students.

Tuition

The tuition rate for the academic year is $488 per credit, representing a 52% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1015 per credit. This program is eligible for financial aid, and special tuition rates are available for Drexel University alumni, military members, and members of partner organizations.

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar includes four terms: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer, with specific start and end dates for classes and exams.

Quarter to Semester Converter

A tool is available to convert quarter credits to semester credits, as one semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.