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Bachelors

Psychology, BA

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology

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Career Outlook

Careers in psychology can span many different fields including education, business, criminal justice and mental health. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for Clinical, Counseling and School Psychologists is projected to grow 10% by 2030 in the U.S., faster than the average for all occupations. A bachelor’s degree in psychology can jump start careers in a variety of public, private or educational settings or prepare students for graduate studies.

Career paths may include:

  • Counseling
  • Human resources
  • Human services
  • Psychiatric assistant or aide
  • Psychologist
  • Social work
  • Therapist
  • Enter law and/or medical schools

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit

In-State

Out-of-State

$268

$410

Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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