Psychology

What Will You Learn

Our online bachelor’s degree in psychology offers you several opportunities to expand your skill set and focus on specific career paths that fit your talents and interests. Our undergraduate Certificate in Animal-Assisted Therapy teaches you about human-animal interactions and how to integrate animals into therapeutic treatment settings. If you're a resident of Maine and interested in helping people right away and, you can earn the Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician / Community (MHRT/C) Certification. In just a short time, you'll be able to serve your community, helping to improve mental health and wellness.

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*Based on a student transferring in between 60-90 credits. **Rate effective May 12, 2025. All rates subject to change. Please see Cost and Aid for more information, including rates for Term 4 of the 2024-25 academic year.

Faculty Spotlight

Jessica Y. Hacker, Ph.D

Jessica Y. Hacker joined the faculty of Husson University in August, 2023 as an Assistant Professor of Psychology. Dr. Hacker earned her BS in Psychology and MS in Research Psychology at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga before earning her PhD in Cognitive and Brain Sciences at Louisiana State University. Her primary research interests are metamemory, cognitive control, and prospective memory. She is primarily interested in how individuals leverage their cognitive abilities to support memory functioning. Her dissertation titled, “Effects of Task-switching on Proactive Control and Metamemory Regulation” examined how shifting attention between two different tasks affected individuals ability to both engage in proactive cognitive control and to predict their memory performance. Dr. Hacker has a special interest in mentoring scholars and looks forward to teaching a variety of courses at Husson University.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can You Earn a Psychology Degree Online?

Although not all schools offer psychology degree programs online, you will find a comprehensive one at Husson University. A completely online bachelor's degree in psychology can prepare you for a professional role or graduate school. From the comfort of your computer, you'll learn about how the human mind works, how we deal with emotions and thoughts and how to help others. You'll be able to customize your studies to your interests and specialize in one of psychology's numerous subfields. You'll learn more about the things that interest you and better prepare yourself for a job in the sector of your choice.

What Can You Do With a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology?

Psychology is a field of study that translates well into many job opportunities. You could take the traditional route and look to work in the field of mental health, or you could apply your knowledge to other sectors such as marketing, sales, career counseling, human resources, writing, law enforcement and corrections, research and social services. There are few career options that won’t benefit from a bachelor's degree in psychology.

Are Husson’s Online Psychology Courses Accredited?

Husson University offers fully online degrees that are certified, affordable and career focused. The fully online psychology program is accredited by The New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The United States Secretary of Education recognizes NECHE as a trustworthy authority on the educational quality of the schools it accredits. The Commission is also accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), confirming that its standards and methods are in accordance with the CHEA's quality, improvement, and accountability standards.

How Much Does an Online Psychology Degree Cost?

The current tuition rate at Husson University is $398 per credit hour. A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology takes approximately 122 credit hours, making the total cost of your degree under $50,000. Students are able to save on tuition by transferring in credit—up to 90 credits from another accredited school. Husson offers a variety of financial aid options, and the staff can help you sort out what you need to apply.

How Long Does an Online Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology Take To Earn?

There are a number of variables that affect the amount of time it takes to earn a bachelor’s degree, which is typically four years of study. At Husson, we allow students to transfer up to 90 credits towards their degree, which can significantly shorten the time to graduation.

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