At GCU, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences welcomes students from Texas and beyond who are interested in pursuing an online education. Whether you’ve recently graduated from high school (or expect to soon) or you’re an adult learner interested in earning your degree, GCU has many psychology programs to choose from.
We offer psychology degrees at every level, including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, making GCU an ideal choice for those interested in pursuing a psychology education at various levels. Do note that some online psychology programs include internship or practicum hours, which must be completed in person locally.
Choose from the following:
Online Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology
Begin your postsecondary education online with a bachelor’s degree program in psychology. An online Bachelor of Science in Psychology teaches a strong foundation in psychological theories, research methods and human behavior. This flexible degree prepares you for a variety of careers or further graduate study, all while allowing you to balance education with other commitments.
You can choose from emphases such as forensic psychology or performance and sport psychology.
Online Master’s Degrees in Psychology
If you already have a completed bachelor’s degree, whether in psychology or a related field, you may wish to further your education online. Earning a master’s degree offers the opportunity to take a deep dive into core competencies of various psychology specializations.
An online Master of Science in Psychology teaches advanced concepts in areas such as forensic, health and industrial-organizational psychology. You will explore deeper insights into human behavior, research methods and therapeutic techniques, preparing you for specialized roles in the mental health, business or education sectors. With the flexibility of online learning, you can maintain your personal and professional responsibilities without leaving your home state of Texas.
You could earn a Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in:
No matter which emphasis you choose, you’ll examine emerging ethical issues in the field, as well as clinical skills in supporting others with mental health struggles.
Online Doctoral Degrees in Psychology
A doctoral degree is a terminal degree that may allow you to establish your professional reputation, refine your psychology research skills and work toward potential career advancement. An online doctoral degree in general psychology offers innovative and specialized leadership in areas like cognition and instruction, industrial and organizational psychology and performance psychology.
This high-level program can prepare you to lead in research or academia by helping to equip you with the skills to conduct original research and contribute to the advancement of psychological science.
Texas residents can choose from PhD in general psychology degrees, such as:
In each of these degree programs, you’ll be expected to conduct your own original research that culminates in a dissertation. This process is integrated directly into the coursework, so you can get started on your research sooner.
Although it’s possible to complete much of your work for your degree as an online student away from campus, these doctoral degrees require in-person residencies on or near our Phoenix campus.4 These are opportunities to network and collaborate in person with other doctoral students and faculty.
