Psychology, BA
Develop a deep understanding of the complexities of human thought and behavior in a sociocultural context.
Program Overview
Next Start
August 2026 - Fall Term A
Program Format
8-week courses, 5 terms year-round
Program Length
2 years, 60 units
Cost Per Unit
$525 for Fall · Financial aid and scholarships available
Application Deadlines
July 1 for August start
Develop Valuable Critical Thinking and Writing Skills
Through studying human behavior and how people interact with one another and our environment, psychology majors understand the major fields of psychology, the methods used in psychological research, and the applications of psychological knowledge. Our program is broad enough for students to gain a strong background in general psychology and flexible enough for each student to design a program of study that focuses on their area of interest so they are prepared for graduate studies or a variety of psychology related career paths.
Take the next step today. Fill out the form to connect with an enrollment counselor and learn about completing your Psychology degree.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to this programs must fulfill our general SJSU Online requirements:
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Complete at least 60 transferable semester or 90 quarter units. A maximum of 70 semester units from community colleges can be transferred toward the degree. Depending on the program, you could have as few as 50 semester units at the time of application.
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Complete all four CSU-approved general education requirements with a grade C- or higher.
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(A1) Oral Communication/Speech
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(A2) Written English Composition
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(A3) Critical Thinking/Logic
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(B4) Math/Quantitative Reasoning
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Have an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better.
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Students from Oregon enrolled in an SJSU Online program will be subject to Oregon State requirements for transferring course works. Specifically, a grade of “C” or better must be earned in all General Education courses.
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Graduation Requirement: Complete all CSU Lower Division General Education requirements.
To view the program's courses, roadmap, and more, visit the Psychology, BA catalog page.
Valuable Learning Experiences
Learn valuable critical thinking and writing skills in addition to acquiring a comprehensive overview of the major fields of psychology, the methods used in psychological research, and the applications of psychological knowledge.
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Use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and a scientific approach to address issues related to behavior and mental processes.
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Design, implement, and communicate basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretations.
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Apply psychological principles to individual, interpersonal, group, and societal issues.
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What can you do with a Psychology degree?
Our well-rounded program provides a solid foundation for careers in a variety of sectors including mental health agencies, hospitals, teaching, business and public organizations.
Psychology majors in California earn an average annual salary of $91,000 and an upper range of $154,000, according to Zip Recruiter.
Take a look at some of the top sectors, top companies, and examples of job titles of our alumni, according to LinkedIn.
Top Job Titles
- Brand Marketing Manager
- Clinical Social Worker / Mental Health Therapist
- Director of Online Education and Learning Resources
- Disability Management Specialist
- Human Resources Operations Coordinator
- Research Specialist
- School Counselor
Top Companies
- Apple
- County of Santa Clara
- Kaiser Permanente
- Pacific Clinics
- SJSU
Top Sectors
- Business Development
- Community and Social Services
- Education
- Healthcare Services
- Operations
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