Earn Your Bachelor’s in Psychology at OLLU

Discover how people think – and use it to shape your future.

From mental health to business, education to research, OLLU’s psychology program opens doors to meaningful careers and graduate study.

Why Choose Psychology at OLLU?

Flexible Options:

Choose a general degree plan with psychology electives or a Pre-Counseling Concentration to focus on helping careers.

Hands-On Learning:

Practicums, research, and observation experiences give you skills that stand out on grad school and job applications.

Graduate Pathways:

Continue at OLLU with master’s programs in Marriage and Family Therapy or School Psychology — or pursue our Doctorate in Counseling Psychology.

Accelerated Master’s Option:

Get a head start with the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s (ABM) Program, letting you begin graduate coursework as a senior.

Flexible Options:

Choose a general degree plan with psychology electives or a Pre-Counseling Concentration to focus on helping careers.

Hands-On Learning:

Practicums, research, and observation experiences give you skills that stand out on grad school and job applications.

Graduate Pathways:

Continue at OLLU with master’s programs in Marriage and Family Therapy or School Psychology — or pursue our Doctorate in Counseling Psychology.

Accelerated Master’s Option:

Get a head start with the Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s (ABM) Program, letting you begin graduate coursework as a senior.

Program Details

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

What You’ll Learn

Our psychology program blends science, research, and real-world application. Coursework includes:

Mental Health & Abnormal Psychology – Explore symptoms, treatment approaches, and today’s DSM standards.
Human Development – Understand how people grow and change from childhood through adulthood.
Social Psychology – Study how relationships, culture, and community shape behavior.
Brain & Cognition – Learn how the brain, memory, and thought processes influence decisions and actions.
Research & Data Analysis – Gain advanced skills in statistics, research design, and critical thinking that prepare you for graduate study or data-focused careers.

Certificates

Enhance your degree with certificates that build specialized skills for working with diverse clients.

Pre-Counseling Concentration

Interested in becoming a counselor? Choose the Pre-Counseling concentration to prepare for graduate training or entry-level roles in mental health and human services. You’ll study counseling theories and techniques — and put them into practice through a clinical practicum.

Violence Prevention & Intervention Certificate

Gain the knowledge and skills to understand cycles of violence and support families and communities impacted by it. This interdisciplinary program blends psychology, sociology, criminal justice, and social work courses to prepare you for entry-level roles or graduate study in human services, with a focus on intervention strategies and the effects of violence on women, children, and society.

Biliterate Certificate Program

Spanish-speaking students can pursue a psychology degree with a dual-language emphasis by completing specialized Spanish courses and select psychology classes taught in Spanish. Another path for those interested in becoming bilingual psychotherapists is adding a Spanish minor to their degree.

Real-World Experience

Community Counseling Service (CCS)

Observe live counseling and testing sessions conducted by OLLU’s master’s and doctoral students. Discuss techniques with faculty to see theory come to life.

Psychology Practicum

Apply your skills in a practicum at CCS or local organizations. Work with individuals, families, or groups under professional supervision.

Research Practicum

Join professors or outside psychologists in research projects, including design, data collection, and analysis.

Community Counseling Service (CCS)

Observe live counseling and testing sessions conducted by OLLU’s master’s and doctoral students. Discuss techniques with faculty to see theory come to life.

Psychology Practicum

Apply your skills in a practicum at CCS or local organizations. Work with individuals, families, or groups under professional supervision.

Research Practicum

Join professors or outside psychologists in research projects, including design, data collection, and analysis.

Student Opportunities

Psi Chi Honor Society: Join the national honor society for psychology majors and connect with peers committed to the science and profession of psychology.
Faculty Mentorship: Work closely with professors who guide your academic and career goals.
Graduate Readiness: Build the foundation for advanced studies and future licensure.

Career Paths and Opportunities

With a BA in Psychology, you can launch careers such as:

Case Manager – support individuals and families
School or Youth Program Coordinator – shape young lives
Human Resources Specialist – apply psychology in the workplace
Behavioral Health Technician – assist in clinical or counseling settings
Research Assistant / Data Analyst – use statistics and research skills to study real-world problems

OLLU students also pursue graduate programs in psychology, counseling, education, or social work.

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Discover your passion for understanding people and making a difference with a degree in Psychology from OLLU.

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