100% Online Psychology Degree

Real-World Experience for Ongoing Success

You’ve Always Known You Were Destined To Make A Difference

Develop your skills in psychology and reach your career goals with the University of West Alabama’s online bachelor’s in psychology. This program emphasizes experimental methodology and statistical training while encouraging students to gain real-world experience through research and independent projects. Because this program is delivered online, you can study on your schedule as you learn from one of Alabama’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Do something that matters with a degree from UWA.

The University of West Alabama Online offers a culturally and intellectually diverse environment designed with the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. From application to graduation, you can benefit from our affordable tuition, personal support and generous credit transfer policy.

Online Format

6 & 8 Week Courses

Finish in 3 to 4 Years

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Establish a Solid Foundation in Psychology

Our psychology curriculum helps you build an understanding of human behavior and functioning. The program also features smaller class sizes to foster personalized attention. While seeking your bachelor’s in psychology online with UWA, you can also benefit from the following:

Earn your degree on your schedule with personal support throughout your online program.

Join the 80 percent of UWA students who receive some type of financial aid.

Capitalize on a generous credit transfer policy that enables you to graduate faster.

Learn from scholars and practitioners to build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

Where Flexibility Meets Quality

UWA designs online classes to provide the flexibility to balance school and work commitments. The courses offer the same rigor found on campus, so you can engage in quality education to prepare for career success. As you take classes online, your success coach will offer guidance and assist with your questions.

Pursue Your Dream Job

An online psychology degree from the University of West Alabama can prepare you for a wide variety of employment opportunities. Study in a convenient and flexible online environment to gain the knowledge and skills needed for success.

Career Paths for UWA Graduates

  1. Substance abuse counselor: $48,520 per year1
  2. Psychiatric technician: $36,230 per year2
  3. Human resources specialist: $62,290 per year3
  4. Marriage and family therapist: $49,880 per year4
  5. School counselor: $60,510 per year5
  6. Forensic science technician: $61,930 per year6

About Us

UWA is located in the heart of Livingston on the western border of the state. As one of the oldest and most prestigious colleges in Alabama, we’ve been helping students pursue their dreams and goals since 1835. Join more than 3,500 online learners and take advantage of our tradition of excellence with our flexible online programs.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors.” Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Psychiatric Technicians and Aides.” Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Human Resources Specialists.” Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  4. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Marriage and Family Therapists.” Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  5. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “School and Career Counselors and Advisors.” Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  6. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Forensic Science Technicians.” Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.bls.gov/.