Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Comprehensive Online

Expand your ability to help others by deepening your understanding of human behavior. This versatile program prepares you for in-demand roles in areas such as marketing, human resources and social services.

Next Apply Date: 12/16/24
Next Class Start Date: 1/13/25
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Program Overview

Explore the value of the online B.A. in Psychology – Comprehensive program

Take the next step in your academic and professional journey when you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Comprehensive. This affordable online program will sharpen your ability to understand people and positively impact how they live and work in a variety of settings. Gain a thorough understanding of developmental, abnormal, social and cognitive behaviors while also exploring field-related theories, research methods and practical applications.

Tailored for adult learners, this respected program serves as an excellent pathway to pursuing graduate studies in areas such as clinical practice, research and therapeutic psychology. Learn at your own pace with six start dates, and take advantage of the ability to transfer up to 90 credit hours from prior undergraduate studies.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Gain knowledge of factual information about the core areas of psychology
  • Gain understanding of basic descriptive and inferential statistics and basic principles of research design
  • Learn how to write effectively using American Psychological Association (APA) style
  • Utilize software systems such as IBM SPSS Statistical Software, Qualtrics and Microsoft Excel for individualized research projects, with data analysis and presentation
  • Apply research methodology skills through access to the online research system, Sona-Systems, and learn how to evaluate existing research
  • Gain knowledge of factual information about the core areas of psychology
  • Gain understanding of basic descriptive and inferential statistics and basic principles of research design
  • Learn how to write effectively using American Psychological Association (APA) style
  • Utilize software systems such as IBM SPSS Statistical Software, Qualtrics and Microsoft Excel for individualized research projects, with data analysis and presentation
  • Apply research methodology skills through access to the online research system, Sona-Systems, and learn how to evaluate existing research

Potential career outcomes include:

  • Research Assistant
  • Data Analyst
  • Marketing Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Human Resource Manager
  • Social and Community Service Manager
  • Case Manager
  • Career Counselor
  • Research Assistant
  • Data Analyst
  • Marketing Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Human Resource Manager
  • Social and Community Service Manager
  • Case Manager
  • Career Counselor

Online undergraduate programs also available:

Southeastern offers a variety of specialized online program options. Check out our other online undergraduate programs .

Per Credit Hour $321*
Transfer Hours Up to 90 Hours
Credit Hours 124
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Why choose an SE online degree?

Our experienced faculty are experts in their fields and guide you through your program with one-on-one support. Specialized curriculum emphasizes connectivity and real-world applications.

Tuition

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Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.

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Calendar

Review important start dates and deadlines

At SE, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.

8 week coursesProgram Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlineTuition DeadlineLast Class Day
Fall II10/14/249/30/249/30/2410/11/2411/1/2412/8/24
Spring I1/13/2512/16/2412/16/241/10/252/25/253/2/25
Spring II3/10/252/17/252/17/253/7/254/15/255/4/25
Summer I5/12/254/28/254/28/255/9/256/1/256/29/25
Summer II6/30/256/16/256/16/256/27/257/3/258/10/25
Fall I8/18/258/4/258/4/258/15/259/15/2510/5/25
Fall II10/13/259/29/259/29/2510/10/2511/1/2512/7/25

Now enrolling:

Apply Date 12/16/24
Class Starts 1/13/25

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Admissions

How to apply to our bachelor’s in psychology online program

Let’s start boosting your career! The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Familiarize yourself with these requirements for this online program, along with information on required documentation.

  • Online Application
  • Transcripts
  • College Placement Test

To meet the admission requirements for the B.A. in Psychology – Comprehensive, applicants must submit a complete application, pay the $30 non-refundable application fee, and meet the following criteria:

Transfer Students: Students who have attempted seven or more semester hours of college credit. Remedial and activity courses are not counted.

  • Students are accepted as long as their cumulative GPA is a 2.0 or higher. If the student's cumulative GPA is less than a 2.0 but it does not indicate a suspension, they can enroll at SE for the upcoming semester; however, they would be placed on probation until that cumulative GPA reaches at least a 2.0. If their last semester does indicate a suspension, they would be required to sit out a semester before enrolling at SE. If a student has two suspensions, they must attend another school and raise their cumulative GPA to a 2.0 or higher before being accepted to SE.
  • College placement testing: Students will be required to take a test in each of the three areas (English, Math and Reading) unless they have successfully completed a college course in that area or have provided ACT scores of at least a 19. Students who have not scored high enough in the Science area automatically have a deficiency until they clear the Math & Reading deficiencies. If they do not pass the placement test, they will be required to either complete a remedial course or will have an additional lab component. These deficiencies should be completed within the first 12 credit hours (typically one semester). Our Learning Center can provide more information if you have further questions.

Adult Freshmen: 21 or older and has earned no more than six hours of college credit after high school graduation. Concurrent work is excluded.

  • Provide a completed high school transcript or GED
  • College placement testing is required if the student does not provide ACT or SAT scores. See testing information above.

New Freshmen: A student who has earned no more than six hours of college credit after high school graduation. Concurrent work is excluded.

  • Minimum ACT of 20 (or SAT equivalent) or 2.7 overall high school GPA and top 50% of graduating class OR 2.7 GPA in the 15-unit core curriculum (four English, three Math, three History, three Science and two Electives)
  • College placement testing: There are three tests (English, Math and Reading) that are given to students who do not score at least a 19 on the ACT or equivalent SAT scores in that area. Students who have not scored high enough in the Science area automatically have a deficiency until they clear the Math & Reading deficiency.

If the student does not pass the placement test, they will be required to either complete a remedial course or will have an additional lab component. These deficiencies are required to be completed within the first 24 credit hours (typically two semesters). Our Learning Center can provide more information if you have further questions.

Returning Students: Students who have not attended any other school since leaving SE are accepted under the following circumstances:

  • The student has a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.0; or
  • If the student's cumulative GPA is under a 2.0 and their final semester with SE was on academic probation, they can return on probation. This status will stay in effect until the student raises their cumulative GPA to at least a 2.0.
  • For students who have been suspended, university policy states that for the first suspension, a student must sit out at least one semester before returning. If a student has two suspensions, they must attend another school and raise their cumulative GPA to a 2.0 or higher before being accepted to SE.

NOTE: There would not be any placement testing required for these students since they should have already participated in testing; however, they may have some deficiencies that need to be completed.

All transcripts are required regardless of accreditation. Only regionally accredited institutions will be eligible for transfer credit. There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.

International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs

  1. Complete the application.
  2. Academic Records:
    • Original final post-secondary transcript(s) and diploma(s) from each college or university attended. If your transcript is not issued in English, we require the original document as well as an English translation done by your school(s) or a professional translating company. Original = issued by a school or examination board with an official signature and school stamp or seal.
    • Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE. For IERF, students need to choose the "detailed report" option and select Southeastern Oklahoma State University from the menu. IERF will send the evaluation of your records to our International Student Services office.
  3. English Proficiency: internet-based TOEFL score of 61 or an IELTS Academic score of 5.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
    • For TOEFL, let us know your registration number and have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657)
    • For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
    • You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
      • English is your first language
      • You graduated from a U.S. high school with 4 years of English
      • You have a bachelor's degree from a U.S. college or university
      • You have 24 hours of college or university credit in the U.S. with a grade point average of 3.0 or better (including English Composition I and II)

* Upon application and review of official transcripts and test scores, additional testing and/or documents may be required for admission and will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

* All transcripts are required regardless of accreditation. Only regionally accredited institutions will be eligible for transfer credit and will be determined upon evaluation of official transcripts.

Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:

Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar
425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347

Email: [email protected]

Courses

Preview your online bachelor’s in psychology courses

For the B.A. in Psychology – Comprehensive online, students must complete a minimum of 124 credit hours. The curriculum is comprised of 24 hours of core psychology courses, 9 hours of comprehensive psychology courses, 30 hours of psychology elective courses and 44 general education credit hours. Additional required minor and elective credit hours are selected with an advisor as needed to meet university graduation requirements.

Students must complete 44 credit hours of General Education courses from the following categories.

Communications (9 hours)
English (ENG 1113 and ENG 1213)
Speech Communication (COMM 1233 or COMM 2213)

Social Behavioral Sciences (12 hours)
Political Science (POSC 1513)
American History (HIST 1513 or 1523)
Social Science (ECON 2113, SOC 1113, or GEOG 2723)
Mental and Physical Health (KIN 1113)

Science and Mathematics (14 hours)
Biological Sciences (BIOL 1114)
Physical Sciences (PSCI 1114 or 1414)
Mathematics (MATH 1303, 1483or 1513)
Computer Proficiency Requirement (BIM 1553 or CIS 1003)

Humanities (9 hours)
Humanities, Philosophy, and Lit (ENG 2313, 3893; HUM 2113, 2223; or PHIL 2113)
Fine Arts (ART 1003, 1103, 3013, 3083; MUS 1113, 1123, 3133; or THTR 1143, 1183, 2183, 3183)
Foreign Language (SPAN 1113, CHTW 1513 or NS 1213)

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A survey of the subfields of psychology including physiological, perception, motivation, learning, personality, abnormal and social, to enable the student to recognize bases for behavior and to develop an understanding of human behavior and experience. Required to take (KIN 1113 or PSY 1113)
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A systematic study of human development over the lifespan, with an emphasis on physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development. PSY-1113 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a broad-based introduction to the methods used in behavioral research, including how to search the literature of the discipline of psychology, reading and writing research papers, and using American Psychological Association (APA) writing style.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Calculating statistics and interpreting the results in solving problems in psychology.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is intended to introduce the college student to the tenets of cognitive psychology including, but not necessarily limited to a history of cognitive psychology, models of cognitive psychology, an examination of the basic principles and theories pertinent to the study of cognition including an exploration of perception, attention, memory, linguistics, neurocognition, thinking and intelligence, and information processing. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113)
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An analysis of social influences on behavior, the nature of attitudes and values, social interaction, group dynamics, conformity, and leadership.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A survey of research methods used in the study of psychology, with student preparation in planning and research study of a selected topic.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a broad-based introduction to the unique value systems and behaviors common among individuals from diverse ethnic and sociocultural backgrounds which often impact personal adjustment and well-being. The course places strong emphasis on historical contexts and sociopolitical processes impacting perceptions and behaviors of individuals.

Nine elective hours selected from the following courses:

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the dynamics, etiology, prevention and treatment of abnormal behavior, including the anxiety and psychosomatic disorders, depressive disorders, social and interpersonal disorders, psychoses, substance abuse disorders, and other abnormal personality patterns. (Prerequisites: PSY 1113 and three additional upper division hours of psychology.)
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to standardized psychological tests concerning the quantification and measurement of mental attributes, behavior, performance. The course will also examine the design, analysis, and improvement of the tests, questionnaires, and other instruments used in such measurement. The course will also include testing protocol, ethics, and interpretation.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 1
Small group study of topic announced by department. Instructor consent required.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of adjustment problems and their effect on the lives, behavior, and personalities of individuals.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will examine the impact of traumatic events on children, from infancy to adolescence. Students taking this course will be able define childhood trauma; compare and contrast causes, effects and types of childhood trauma; and to identify tools used in the prevention of childhood trauma.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A survey of basic theories and concepts related to the learning process.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A comprehensive survey of contemporary and classical theories of personality, personality development, and concepts used in understanding personality. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113)
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of the biological and psychological determinants of human sexuality and gender. Major consideration is given to the biological bases of sex, gender identity, sexual attitudes and behavior, sexual diversity, sexual dysfunctions, and becoming comfortable with one's own sexuality.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Health and human behavior are closely related. This course reviews the numerous studies linking human behaviors and psychological variables to health status. Health and illness can be influenced by exercise, diet, stress, social relationships, coping behaviors, and psychological variables such as hardiness. In addition to behavior influencing health, health can also influence behavior. Health status may influence whether you go jogging, stay in bed, or even choose a particular career. In short, this course will examine the science that connects behavior to health and health to behavior. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113; in addition, six (6) hours of psychology are recommended)
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The study of human behavior as it occurs in business and industrial settings, including the psychological effect of management decisions.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will examine the theories, approaches, methodology, and tools used to understand and facilitate change in community systems.
Duration: 8 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the structure and functions of the nervous and endocrine systems and their effect and control upon behavior.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Individualized project selected in consultation with the professor. Instructor consent required.

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