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Positively impact the lives of others with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology. By studying at Judson University, you’ll learn how to analyze human behavior and find real-life solutions—in other words, you’ll put psychology to work.
While enrolled in this program, you’ll have hands-on experience to develop valuable skills and gain in-depth knowledge—all so you can focus on what matters most: growing in your career.
Our courses are designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to build a successful career. While studying applied psychology at Judson, you’ll:
“Because of my psychology degree, I can determine what motivates people and what matters to them, and I can work out what will make them happy.”
Lisa Petrina
BA Applied Psychology
As part of your 46 core credit hours, you’ll take career-centered courses that will teach you the skills you need inside and outside the classroom. Some of the classes you might take include:
9:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
87%
Faculty members with a master’s degree or higher
Judson’s bachelor’s degree programs in applied psychology and human services both teach you to address people’s needs, just in different ways.
Learn fundamental elements of psychology and behavior; then apply that knowledge through problem-solving and intervention methods.
Develop and advocate for strategies to help vulnerable people overcome societal and environmental conditions that limit them.
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You should plan on about 15 hours a week working on assignments outside of class. You only have to attend class one night a week. Most students complete this program within 2 years, but earning your degree may take longer if you don’t have credits to transfer.
Yes, Judson accepts transfer credits from many sources. Our enrollment coaches will work one-on-one with you to take advantage of Judson’s generous transfer policy and get the most credit possible.
per credit hour
(120 credit hours required)
Judson students who receive financial aid
Call a coach to learn about transferring credits or financial aid
More than 450,000 jobs nationwide require a bachelor’s in psychology, and the industry is expected to grow 11% within the next 10 years. Aside from jobs in the social sciences, many professions—even those in business—require skills that you’ll learn as a psychology major.
Probation specialist
National Annual Mean Salary: $56,630
Illinois Annual Mean Salary: $64,300
Mental health counselor
National Annual Mean Salary: $46,050
Illinois Annual Mean Salary: $43,380
Market research analyst
National Annual Mean Salary: $71,450
Illinois Annual Mean Salary: $62,380
BLS, 2017
“In the psychology program, I learned how to do research, how to prioritize, how to ask questions, and how to give it your all and never give up.”
Robin Snodgrass
BA Applied Psychology
Judson’s Division of Professional Studies classes only meet one night each week, with coursework that provides short- and long-term career benefits. Complete classes online or on campus in Elgin or Rockford—whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you.
Choose the location that works best with your schedule.
Rockford Campus
200 Y. Boulevard, Rockford, Illinois
Online
Elgin Campus
1151 North State Street, Elgin, Illinois
To help you focus on what matters most, Judson has partnered with the YMCA to provide free child care during class to students who attend the Rockford campus.
Success coaches, 24/7 help desk support, tutoring services, and more are always close by to set you up for success inside and outside the classroom.
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