Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Gain an in-depth understanding of the human mind and open the door to a range of career paths. This affordable online program also prepares you to pursue an advanced degree in mental health or a related field.
Program Overview
Earn a respected bachelor’s degree in psychology online from YSU
Pull back the curtain on aspects of the human mind that produce intriguing behaviors and build your career around helping people thrive within organizations and communities. Earn your affordable Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 100 percent online and graduate ready to work in any industry. Our dedicated faculty members equip you with a thorough understanding of psychological concepts and how to apply them to real-world problems.
This flexible online B.A. Psychology program also serves as a pathway to pursuing a related master’s degree. Benefit from budget-friendly, pay-by-the-course tuition; multiple start dates; and our generous credit transfer policy and begin studying online while maintaining a work-life balance.
In this bachelor’s of psychology online program, you will learn how to:
- Discriminate among the fundamental psychological concepts
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate ideas in both oral and written forms using APA style
- Evaluate research using professionally accepted criteria
- Devise solutions to real-life problems by applying psychological concepts
- Interpret topics and discussions related to human diversity
- Discriminate among the fundamental psychological concepts
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate ideas in both oral and written forms using APA style
- Evaluate research using professionally accepted criteria
- Devise solutions to real-life problems by applying psychological concepts
- Interpret topics and discussions related to human diversity
- Discriminate among the fundamental psychological concepts
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate ideas in both oral and written forms using APA style
- Evaluate research using professionally accepted criteria
- Devise solutions to real-life problems by applying psychological concepts
- Interpret topics and discussions related to human diversity
Graduates of this B.A. in Psychology online program are prepared to work in a variety of settings, including:
- Human Resources
- Recruiting
- Marketing
- Business
- Social Work
In this bachelor’s of psychology online program, you will learn how to:
- Discriminate among the fundamental psychological concepts
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate ideas in both oral and written forms using APA style
- Evaluate research using professionally accepted criteria
- Devise solutions to real-life problems by applying psychological concepts
- Interpret topics and discussions related to human diversity
- Discriminate among the fundamental psychological concepts
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate ideas in both oral and written forms using APA style
- Evaluate research using professionally accepted criteria
- Devise solutions to real-life problems by applying psychological concepts
- Interpret topics and discussions related to human diversity
- Human Resources
- Recruiting
- Marketing
- Business
- Social Work
Undergrad Admission FAQs
Your questions about YSU’s online B.A. in Psychology answered. Take a look at some of our most frequently asked questions.
Tuition
Take note of our budget-friendly tuition
Expand your opportunities when you earn a high-value B.A. in Psychology online degree with affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. All fees are included in the total tuition.
Tuition breakdown:
*In-state tuition.
Note: No payment plans are available for accelerated online students.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | |
| B.A. in Psychology | $460 | $465 | $1,380 | $1,395 |
Calendar
Stay on track with our convenient course schedule
This Youngstown State University program features an accelerated online format optimized for flexibility and convenience. Review upcoming start dates and other important deadlines below.
Next Start & Application Due Dates:
| First Starts | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/6/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/23/24 | 1/1/25 | 1/3/25 | 2/16/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/20/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/22/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/9/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/25/25 | 6/27/25 | 8/9/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/25/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/20/25 | 8/22/25 | 10/12/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/20/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/6/25 | 10/15/25 | 10/17/25 | 12/7/25 |
Admissions
Review the requirements for your psychology Bachelor of Arts
To be admitted to a YSU online undergraduate program, you must meet specific requirements. Please read the admission guidelines for the B.A. in Psychology online program to ensure you qualify.
Online application
Official transcripts
from all institutions previously attended
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Online application
Official transcriptsfrom all institutions previously attended
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Applying at Youngstown State University is a simple 3-step process and is the first step toward earning your online B.A. Psychology degree from Youngstown State University. The admission information below will detail what’s required, what additional materials you need and where you should send them. Review the Program Map to determine eligibility of this program in your state.
Admission Requirements
- Must be at least 25 years of age at time of enrollment
- If you are under 25, you still qualify for this program and other undergraduate programs. Visit the Online Degree Programs Page for more information.
- Have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Be in good standing at the previously attended school
Application Submission Requirements
- Complete undergraduate admission application
- Pay $45 application fee (waived if you are an active duty/veteran military member)
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Official Transcripts
Transcripts must be mailed from the granting institution or sent electronically through a secure server vendor.
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Fax Number: 330-941-3674
Mailing Address:
Office of Admissions
1 Tressel Way
Youngstown, OH 44555
Transfer Credits and PLA
Youngstown State recognizes that your journey to this point may not be a straight path. You may have credits from other institutions, along with certifications and experience that also may qualify for earned credits. Upon admission, Youngstown State’s advisors will work with you to maximize your credits earned to shorten the path to earning your degree. For additional information on the Youngstown State credit transfer and prior learning assessment (PLA) policies, please see the Undergrad FAQ page.
Courses
Take a closer look at our online bachelor’s in psychology
For the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology online, you must complete 120 credit hours. If you have credits from other institutions, certifications and/or relevant experience, you may qualify for earned credits. A YSU advisor will help you determine your total credits earned upon admission.
| General Education Courses | 37 | |
| Minor | 18 | |
| Electives | 26 | |
Students can choose between two of the following options:
PSYC 3758 OR PSYC 2655 and PSYC 3761 OR PSYC 3705
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*Price includes in-state tuition and fees. For students from outside Ohio, tuition and fees total $465 per credit hour.
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