Program Overview
From Theory to Practice: Transform Communities
Psychology has practical application in every facet of life and provides a strong foundation for many career paths. Our online Psychology bachelor’s program is designed with a broad curriculum that will give you the training you need for your career goals.
Our program takes you through the foundational content of psychology while also training you to think like a scientist and develop strong communication and interpersonal skills. Coursework focuses on behavior, critical thinking and social influences, as well as applied uses of psychology in diverse settings. You can explore research and internship opportunities with your academic advisor, and take advantage of the opportunity to join Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology.
Take direction from faculty advisors who can provide information on additional courses based on your aspirations to attend graduate school or to seek employment. Recent graduates have been accepted to graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Law, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Business Administration.
When you graduate, you will have a broad knowledge base and interpersonal skills that can be applied to future aspirations including graduate school or employment in a variety of settings. No matter what, you'll be ready to take what you've learned to serve others, whether it's at home or across the globe.
Students in the online Psychology program will:
- Develop a broad knowledge base across core areas of psychology, including behavior, cognition, development and social influences.
- Strengthen critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills in preparation to analyze and interpret human behavior.
- Build strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills that are applicable in both personal and professional settings.
- Gain preparation for a variety of career pathways, including graduate study in counseling, psychology, therapy, social work, law, health care and business.
If you are a current Lipscomb undergraduate psychology student, this program allows you to gain early admission to the graduate program. Take six graduate hours during your senior year, then move to full-time graduate study in the summer after your senior year. Don't miss the opportunity to complete a master's degree and enter a doctoral program a year earlier. While many types of students major in psychology, doctoral preparation is the mission of our M.S. in Psychology program.
Assessment Credit: Earn up to 30 credits toward your degree through our assessment center. We offer a one-day, behavioral assessment experience that not only pinpoints your competencies but also gives you a personalized program for strengthening and adding to your competency profile.
Prior Learning: Get credit for prior learning through exams, portfolios or documented training—such as certificates, military experience or workplace education. Whether you're demonstrating knowledge by testing or providing documentation, these options can accelerate your path to a degree.
Transfer Credit: Earn up to 94 credits through transfer. We will evaluate your college transcripts and catalog to determine which course credits can be transferred.
How long are the courses?
Courses are completed over a period of 8 weeks.
Is there any on-campus or hybrid requirement?
There is no on-campus or hybrid component to this program. It is fully online with asynchronous coursework.
What can I do with this degree?
This degree equips you to become a highly-qualified, knowledgeable professional who can apply psychology principles for better outcomes. You can use this psychology degree for a variety of positions like a market research analyst or mental health support specialist.
How long will it take me to finish?
Depending on previous coursework and transfer credits, this degree program can be completed in as little as a year. You can take up to two years if it’s better for your work/life balance as a full-time professional.
