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Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Department of Psychology

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

On-Campus & Online

Options

120 Credit Hours

to Graduate

On-Campus: $5,010 Per Semester

Online: $443 Per Credit Hour

(On-campus rate is for in-state students)

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For All Students

Turn Your Passion Into a Career

EKU’s bachelor’s degree in psychology provides students with a strong academic foundation. This degree opens the door to a variety of career options and builds critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in a variety of areas or to enroll in an appropriate graduate program. Enhance your degree by selecting an area of study for your undergraduate program. Choose from one of several concentrations.

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Career Outlook

Employment of substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors is projected to grow 22 percent from 2021 to 2031.

– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A psychology degree has broad applications and can open the door to a variety of rewarding career options.

Job Titles Include:

  • Psychiatric technician
  • Data analyst/data management Specialist
  • Correctional treatment specialist
  • Clinical coordinator
  • Therapeutic support specialist/counselor

EKU’s online psychology program is real-world focused, providing the opportunity to design a degree plan that’s meaningful to each student’s interests and career path.

Employers Include:

  • Baptist Health Hospital
  • Eastern State Hospital
  • Eastern Kentucky University
  • Medical Centers
  • UK Healthcare

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

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  • Career documents review
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Why EKU?

  • Low-cost textbooks through EKU BookSmart
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  • Competitive degree concentrations
  • Free online tutoring with our PASS tutoring program
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Program Options

You can tailor your psychology degree to align with your interests and career goals by choosing from one of the following concentrations. Courses in each option are taught by experienced faculty dedicated to your success.

This concentration provides a bridge between cognitive science and biopsychology that examines mental processes and complex behavior.

This concentration offers you with a comprehensive understanding of biological, psychological, social, cognitive, and historical influences on child, adolescent, and adult development.

Open doors to a variety of career options with the general psychology concentration. Build critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions or to enroll in an appropriate graduate program. 

The Mental Health concentration allows students to explore topics related to mental health, well-being, and human behavior, with a focus on understanding psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches. This concentration provides a broad foundation for students interested in careers or further study in psychology and related areas.

Select this concentration to gain a comprehensive understanding of the application of psychological theories and procedures to the workplace.

Minors & Certificates

Select from a wide range of minors, allowing you to explore interests or make use of prior credits. Suggested minors available for this program include:

  • Criminal Justice
  • Communication Studies
  • Child and Family Studies

View the full list of minors available.

You can also choose from numerous undergraduate certificates in specialty areas that complement and enhance your major as you work toward your degree. Suggested certificates for this program include:

  • Applied Data Science

View the full list of certificates available for completion as you earn your degree.

Curriculum & Admission

EKU’s psychology curriculum prepares students to pursue a variety of rewarding career possibilities by offering multiple in-demand concentration options and blending academic and professional preparation through dynamic, career-oriented coursework.

Psychology courses include abnormal psychology, social psychology, statistics-research, psychological interviewing and reporting, behavior therapy and clinical psychology. The program also offers unique opportunities for joint student-faculty research.

A minimum of 120 credits are required to graduate.

View the degree requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Students may transfer up to 90 hours of credit from accredited institutions. Please note that a minimum of 30 credit hours in this degree program must be completed at Eastern Kentucky University.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admission to EKU for appropriate articulation.

On-Campus Deadlines
TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
FallAugust 1August
SpringDecember 1January
SummerMay 1May
Online Deadlines
TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
Fall AAugust 5August
Fall BOctober 5October
Spring AJanuary 5January
Spring BMarch 5March
Summer AMay 5May
Summer BJune 15June

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit any required materials electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to your enrollment advisor.

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College Enrollment Counselor

Call: 859-622-2705
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Enrollment Counselor

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Additional Contact Info

Admissions: 859-622-2106
Academic Testing: 859-622-1281
Big E Central (Financial Aid & Student Account Services): 859-622-2361
Military & Veterans Affairs Office: 859-622-2345

Student Stories & Features

  • Keylee Emmett

    EKU Psychology Student
    Through studying psychology at EKU, I have gained valuable insight into the complexities of the human mind and behavior. The engaging lectures, supportive community, and the skilled professors and faculty have made my academic journey both enjoyable and invaluable. I am sure that the skills and knowledge I have gained at EKU will help me to succeed in my future career.

  • Cindy May

    EKU Psychology, Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder Student
    Caelin Scott was a great resource to work with as an advisor. Any questions or issues I had she was always available via email. She made this process so much easier than I had thought it would be. She assisted in assigning my needed courses and made sure I had everything I needed to succeed.

  • Jessica Bradford

    EKU Psychology Student
    As an older student who has not been in school for more than a decade, the EKU faculty was very understanding, provided encouraging words, and answered questions quickly as well as thoroughly. They additionally provided information for tutors, career boards, and other resources on the EKU website that were beneficial.

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Department of Psychology

Cammack Building
Room 127
468 University Drive
Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-1105
psychology@eku.edu

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