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Accreditation
Ashford University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602)
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
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Are you interested in human behavior? Many students choose to study psychology because they are searching for the academic reasons for things that are happening in their own lives. In addition, they wish to better understand themselves and others.
As the ever-changing workplace continues to evolve, a degree in psychology can help you understand how human behavior impacts the dynamics of an organization. This can help you provide the value and contribution modern day organizations are seeking in their employees.
Psychology graduates are employed in practically all fields, including human resource assistants, training and development coordinators, customer service representatives, training coordinators and many other in-demand positions.
If your passion is to pursue a career in psychology, the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ashford University will give you the foundation necessary to continue your education at the graduate level.
Career opportunities in the field
Employers often seek psychology majors (particularly those who already have extensive work experience) for managerial or administrative positions. Psychology graduates are employed in practically all fields, including:
Areas of employment include:
- Business
- Education
- Public administration
- Public relations
- Sales
- Social service
Degree Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Be age 22 or older
- Have work experience, preferably full-time work experience
- Meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
400 North Bluff Blvd.
Clinton, IA 52732
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Calendar Type:
6-week accelerated online courses in continuous enrollment.
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Delivery Format:
Online, asynchronous via the Blackboard platform.
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Carnegie Classification:
Baccalaureate College—Liberal Arts
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Technical Requirements:
Windows 95, 98, 2000, NT, or ME; MacOS 9 or MacOS X; 64 MB of RAM, 1G of free disk space; Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Reader; 56K, DSL or Cable Modem; Internet Explorer 5.5, Netscape 4.78 or better; JavaScript & cookies must be enabled.
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Geographic Restrictions:
You may request information if you live in any U.S. state EXCEPT Alabama and Idaho.
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On-Campus Requirement:
None.
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Loans Offered:
Federal Stafford Student Loan, Federal PLUS Loan, and Federal Pell Grant
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