College of Letters and Science
Psychology Online Degree
SUCCEED IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR CAREERS
The UWSP psychology online major is an excellent option for busy students who need flexibility in their schedules. An online major at UWSP is also a great option for students who already have an associate degree or students who have significant coursework already completed and are interested in returning to college. Our instructors are dedicated to providing a quality education and have extensive experience in teaching online classes.
WHY STUDY PSYCHOLOGY ONLINE?
UWSP Psychology graduates find jobs in human services, administration, public affairs, education, business, sales, service industries, health, the biological sciences and computer programming. They become guidance counselors, substance use and disorder counselors, clinical psychologists, community organizers, and business managers.
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YOUR B.S. IN PSYCHOLOGY WILL HELP YOU:
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge in the field of psychology
- Apply psychological knowledge outside the classroom
- Interpret psychology research and think critically about scientific findings
- Exhibit skills in reading, writing, presentation, and effectively working with others
PSYCHOLOGY MAJOR ONLINE PATHWAY AT UW-STEVENS POINT
Program Requirements:
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology program consists of at least 37 credits. Requirements for the major can be found by clicking here. Students must meet the following requirements:
- PSYC 110, PSYC 200, PSYC 300 or SOC 351
- At least two courses of: PSYC 260, PSYC 301, PSYC 320, PSYC 351
- At least two courses of: PSYC 325, PSYC 330, PSYC 331, PSYC 375
- 12 additional elective psychology credits (No more than 6 credits of 200-level courses will count toward these electives).
- Program capstone: PSYC 400 or PSYC 490
To obtain a bachelor’s degree from UWSP, students must complete 120 credits of coursework in which 45-60 of these credits are in general education. Students can complete these credits online at UWSP or transfer these credits from other universities. You can find more information about the UWSP general education program by visiting the UWSP General Education page.
Work at Your Pace
Your online pathway to a BS in Psychology provides you the flexibility to start or complete your degree fully online with instructors who are highly interactive in the remote learning environment.
JOBS FOR PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATES
Psychology graduates are in demand, with 14 percent growth projected from 2021-2031 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). UWSP alumni are working in applied psychology, behavioral research, clinical and counseling psychology, and in neuroscience.
Typical jobs held by psychology graduates include:
- Mental Health Counselor: $47,660 Average salary
- Health Care Services: $26,514 Average salary
- General Management: $25,168 Average salary
- Human Resources: $30,140 Average salary
- Psychiatric Technician: $33,140 Average salary
- School Counselor: $58,120 Average salary
- Career Counselor: $46,606 Average salary
- Community and Social Services: $27,625 Average salary
(Payscale 2021 data)
Our graduates have worked for companies including:
- Aspirus Hospital
- Marshfield Health System
- Behavioral Health Clinic
- UW-Madison Neuroscience
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE ONLINE DEGREE
Fulfill the requirements for your AAS degree, fully online and easily transition into a bachelor’s degree program at UW-Stevens Point! A minimum of 60 credits is required to complete the AAS and at least 24 of the 60 credits must be earned in the collaborative AAS online degree program. It’s a great way to complete your general education requirements, online at your own pace.
Meet Your Faculty
The Department of Psychology has 11 full-time faculty members representing the major sub-disciplines of psychology: biological, clinical/counseling, cognitive, developmental, industrial/organizational and social psychology. Meet your professors!
Heather Molenda-Figueira
- Associate Professor
- Coordinator, Neuroscience and Behavior Minor
Mark Ferguson
- Professor
- Global Affiliate Scholar – Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability
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