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Psychology (BS)

Dive into psychological development, lifespan development and much more.

Where It Is Offered
Commerce McKinney (CHEC)
Duration 4 years
Total Credit Hours 120 credit hours
Foreign Language No foreign language credits required

Examine the Human Mind

Humans are complex beings with complex minds. Learn more about the behavior and cognition of the human mind with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Our accomplished faculty and fascinating courses will equip you with valuable tools for success in multiple fields.

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See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Psychology

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Career Readiness

Participate in excellence-driven programs that empower you with knowledge of mental health, student affairs and statistical analysis.

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Accomplished Faculty

Enjoy the opportunity to learn from the comfort of home, our main campus in Commerce or our extended university site at Collin Higher Education Center (CHEC) with guidance and mentorship from faculty who are respected educators in their field.

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Education Focused

Join the ranks of our graduates who have become school counselors, licensed professional counselors and student services professionals.

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Hands-On Training

Whether it's a practicum or internships, you'll engage in real-world learning experiences that build confidence and skills.

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What You Will Learn

A bachelor's degree in psychology offers the opportunity to:

  • Develop a deeper understanding of human behavior
  • Learn about complex cognitive processes
  • Conduct research and analyze statistics
  • Become a more thoughtful consumer of information

Careers

The psychology program opens many opportunities within the educational community.

Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries

Psychologist
$85,330
Post-secondary Teacher
$80,840
School and Career Counselor
$60,140

US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2022

Alumni Profiles

Featured Courses

Lifespan Development PSY 322

Follow lifespan development of the individual, emphasizing theoretical and experimental approaches to the study of cognitive, personality, social, perceptual and physical components of development from conception to death.

Introduction to Clinical Psychology PSY 416

This course is intended to provide students an overview of the field of clinical psychology. Students will be exposed to information regarding the history of the science, as well as contemporary clinical psychology. Students will also be introduced to the various assessment and psychotherapeutic strategies used by clinical psychologists in their daily practice. By the end of the course, students will have an in-depth understanding of the range of assessment and psychotherapeutic services that clinical psychologists provide to patients of all ages across multiple settings.

Health Psychology PSY 492

This class is designed to introduce the basic concepts of health psychology. Students will be introduced to different medical disorders and diseases and implications for psychological health and impact on the psychological functioning of individuals with these disorders.

View Full Curriculum In The University Catalog
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Course Delivery

Designed for full-time students and working professionals, our program offers online and in-person courses at our main campus in Commerce and our extended university site at the Collin Higher Education Center (CHEC).

Transition Your Coursework to A&M-Commerce

From clinical to experimental psychology, a bachelor’s degree in psychology opens the door to many career paths. We are proud to partner with Collin College, Navarro College and Paris Junior College to provide the opportunity to seamlessly transition your coursework and hours toward a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from A&M-Commerce.

  • Apply most or all of your credit hours toward your bachelor’s degree
  • Enjoy online and in-person classes designed to fit your schedule
  • Prepare for professional careers in the mental health field or teach in secondary or higher education

Contact Misty Lair for more information about transferring to A&M-Commerce.

Student Organizations

A&M-Commerce proudly hosts Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology. Psi Chi's purpose is to encourage, stimulate and maintain excellence in scholarship and advance the field of psychology. The A&M-Commerce chapter provides psychology students with an academic community and professional development opportunities.

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Undergraduate Program Costs

Program Costs

Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.

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