Bachelor of Science in Psychology — Boston
Explore psychological development and behavior with the Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree program. This program covers a broad range of topics and skills that can be applied to many different careers.
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From real-world case studies to employer-based projects, we prepare you to manage what comes next.
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Overview
In this innovative undergraduate program, you will have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the key areas in psychology, including social and abnormal psychology, sensory function, learning, memory, human development, emotion, and motivation. Through electives, students will also have the opportunity to develop their counseling skills and pursue other areas of specialized interest. Graduates will be prepared to enter careers in industry and human services, as well as to pursue graduate work in psychology or social work.
Experiential / Co-op opportunities
Northeastern's signature experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace.
This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.
Get Set with a Custom Course Plan
General Requirements
University-Wide Requirement
Minimum 120 total semester hours required
Minimum 2.000 GPA required
Students must earn a minimum of 60 Northeastern University semester hours in order to receive a bachelor’s degree.
Note: Individual program requirements may exceed the above minima.
NUpath Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the NUpath Requirements.
Foundation Courses
49 semester hours required
English
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Mathematics
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Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences
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Social Sciences
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Biology
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Information Technology
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Major Required Courses
27 semester hours required
Human Behavior
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Choose one of the following two courses:
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Cognition and Development
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Research
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Practicum
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Concentrations
Applied Behavioral Analysis Track
15 semester hours required.
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Clinical Track
15 semester hours required.
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MAT (Education) Track
15 semester hours required.
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Now Let's Talk Admissions
You know where you are headed and you've seen how our program will lead you there. So let's get going. Here's what you need to know before you enroll.
Application Requirements
- Online application
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language
International Requirements
Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.
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Financing Requirements
Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.
How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.
Cost and Tuition
Application Deadlines
Entry Terms: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer Semester
| Fall 2021 Deadlines if Transferring Credit | Deadline |
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| August 12, 2021 | September 9, 2021 |
| September 29, 2021 | October 27, 2021 |
| Fall 2021 Deadlines if not Transferring Credit | Deadline |
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| September 2, 2021 | September 9, 2021 |
| October 20, 2021 | October 27, 2021 |
Student Body Profile
Given its broad applicability, an undergraduate degree in psychology offers you a great many career options. An understanding of human psychology coupled with critical thinking skills make you a strong candidate for any position in which you interact with, analyze, or manage people — whether in sales, teaching, research, marketing/advertising, public relations, management, or administration.
What can you do with your degree?
This bachelor’s degree program is appropriate for students who wish to pursue advanced degrees in related fields or work in a profession for which psychological training is encouraged.
While the MA and PhD remain the only degrees with which one can enter professional positions labeled "psychologist," undergraduate degree holders are employed in a wide variety of occupations.
Fields to consider include:
- Marketing or scientific research
- Counseling
- Management
- Social work
- Advertising
- Labor relations
Career Opportunities and Services
Overview
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Did you know?
A bachelor's degree is worth $2.8M over an employee's lifetime (Center on Education and the Workforce, 2011).
Did you know?
The median wage for psychologists in May 2018 was $79,000, which is much higher than the average for all occupations. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
From Our Faculty
"With an emphasis on scientific thinking, ethical behavior, respect for diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration, students are taught to bring impact to their surrounding and global communities. A degree in psychology fosters professional and personal growth that can lead to strong career prospects across a number of industries and positions in which you want to understand behavior and leverage human capital." — Kristen Lee, EdD, LICSW, Lead Faculty Member
From Our Students
"I would recommend Northeastern because it's definitely going to make you more marketable in the world." — Carlos Quintanilla, Current Student