Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology

with optional emphasis in Child and Adolescent Services, Criminal Behavior, or Gerontology



• • The Basics • •


Is the bachelor's in Applied Psychology program for me?

If you have an interest in psychology and want to earn your degree, the B.A. in Applied Psychology program is for you. You'll come out prepared for careers in human services or other fields. This is also a great program for those wishing to pursue a graduate degree in the future.

The B.A. in Applied Psychology is an online degree program. You will log in to get assignments, discuss topics with your classmates, collaborate on projects and check your grades. Basically, everything you do in class but without the commute. With online education, you can advance your career without taking time away from your responsibilities.


What will I learn in the bachelor's in Applied Psychology program?

With our B.A. in Applied Psychology program, you'll develop an understanding of psychological concepts and how they apply to the real world. Some of the questions (and answers) you'll discuss include:
  • What theories can help us understand what's happening in a family or organization?
  • What processes and methods can improve the attitudes and behavior of people in those settings?
  • How do demographic factors and other trends influence behavior?
If you choose an emphasis area, you'll take five or six courses that focus on either Child and Adolescent Services, Criminal Behavior or Gerontology (aging).

Why CityU?

  • Because you want an education that's relevant to what's happening in the real world, right now.
  • Our faculty teach what they do for a living, not just what's in the book. They're smart, successful people who can help you get there, too.
  • We're one of the few schools that offer a B.A. in Applied Psychology program completely online. That means you can get a quality education without sacrificing your lifestyle. Complete your coursework on a schedule that works best for you.

How to get started:

  1. Chat with an admissions advisor or call 888.42.CityU
  2. Apply online
  3. Write a 1-2 two page essay about your:
    • Personal experiences: Tell us about one or two important life events that helped shape your identity and the way you look at the world
    • Professional experience: Describe your background and how you work with people
    • Goal statement: Explain why you want to get a bachelor's degree in Applied Psychology
  4. Order your official transcripts from other schools you attended
  5. Submit application with application fee
  6. Start classes and change your life for good


• • Course Descriptions • •

Total Required Credits: 180
Lower-Division Requirements: 90
College Writing: 5
College Mathematics: 5
Humanities: 15
Social Sciences: 15
Natural Sciences/Mathematics: 15
Electives: 25
Preparatory Courses: 10
Upper-Division Requirements: 90
Psychology Core: 60
Electives:
Take 30 electives as part of the general B.A.A.P. or specialize by choosing one of the listed Emphasis Areas.
 30
Child and Adolescent Services Emphasis: 30
Electives:
Any upper-division elective courses offered at City University or transferred from an accredited institution with a grade of 2.0 or above.
 5
Criminal Behavior Emphasis: 30
Gerontology Emphasis: 30
Electives:
Any upper-division elective courses offered at City University or transferred from an accredited institution with a grade of 2.0 or above.
 5