Explore the science of human behavior with SUNY Empire’s online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
You’ll study cognitive, emotional, and social processes, gaining insight into how people think, learn, and interact. Guided by the American Psychological Association's learning goals, this program provides a strong foundation in psychological research, mental health, and human development. Whether you’re preparing for graduate studies or a career in counseling, human services, or research, this flexible online psychology degree equips you with the skills to analyze behavior and help others.
Earn your psychology degree online and gain a deeper understanding of human behavior, thought processes, and emotions. Develop expertise in research, mental health, and social dynamics to prepare for careers in counseling, human services, research, and psychology-related fields.
Next term starts
Fall 2025
HUDV 1015 Human Development: Introductory or HUDV 3025 Human Development: Advanced
PSYC 1005
PSYC 2030 Social Psychology: Introductory or PSYC 3020 Social Psychology: Advanced
PSYC 3010
PSYC 3040
PSYC 3045
PSYC 3055
SOSC 2010
SOSC 3025
Two Advanced Level PSYC or HUDV Electives
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A bachelor’s degree in psychology online opens doors to careers in human services, research, and mental health. Possible career paths include:
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to a psychology degree as enriching as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and resources you need to develop critical thinking skills, understand human behavior, and move closer to a career in counseling, research, or human services.
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Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.
Double check you have all of your admissions requirements, and send in your application to be ready for our next start date!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2, 2025.
Our experienced faculty bring decades of real-world expertise in psychology. They’re here to help you develop the skills to understand human behavior, analyze cognitive and emotional processes, and apply psychological principles to careers in mental health, research, and human services.
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