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Explore the mind by gaining additional research knowledge from your Master of Arts in Psychology. By completing your online master’s degree in psychology from the University of Arizona Global Campus, you will learn how to integrate psychological research into real-world applications. Understanding what moves people into action and effectively employing that information with your staff, clients, and colleagues will set you apart from the competition.
In the MA in Psychology program, you will learn how to use psychological theories in any professional endeavor and demonstrate your expertise at applying psychology to your work while taking your education to the next level. Upon completion of the MA in Psychology degree program, you will be able to:
- Apply ethical principles and standards of psychology to academic and professional activities
- Explain psychologically related concepts using the professional standards of the discipline
- Analyze major concepts, theories, methodologies, and historical trends in psychology-related domains
- Apply psychologically related concepts/theories to real-life scenarios
- Integrate psychological-related theory and research
Military Students $350.00/credit
MA Psychology Courses $600.00/credit
Technology Fee** $145.00/course
Books and Other Class Materials** $155.00/course
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UAGC is proud to provide reduced tuition rates for our academic and corporate partners, helping community college transfer students and corporate employees earn their degrees with less financial burden.
Course Overview
To be awarded the Master of Arts in Psychology degree, all students must complete 36 credit hours with a 3.0 minimum grade point average in all coursework attempted at UAGC.
Successful completion of this program by itself does not lead to licensure or certification in any state, regardless of concentration or specialization. The Master of Arts in Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional. There is no practicum or internship associated with this degree. The University of Arizona Global Campus does not guarantee that any professional organization will accept a graduate’s application to sit for any exam for the purpose of professional certification or licensure. Students seeking licensure or certification in the field of psychology should carefully research the requirements prior to enrollment. Requirements vary by state. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification, or employment in this field of study.
California Students: This program does not lead to licensure. According to the California Board of Psychology, candidates for licensure as a psychologist must have a qualifying doctoral degree. The Board of Behavioral Sciences which governs licensure for LMFT, APCC, LPCC, LEP, and LCSW, requires candidates to meet didactic requirements and rigorous practicum/supervised professional hours that range between 500 to 2000 hours depending on the type of license. Coursework in the Master of Arts in Psychology at UAGC may partially meet didactic requirements for CA licensure but that evaluation is done by the respective boards, and the purpose of the program is not designed to prepare students for licensure of any type. A criminal history background check by fingerprint via a Live Scan service must be passed that may include an investigation into felony and misdemeanor convictions. For additional details regarding the CA requirements for obtaining licensure as a psychologist, please visit: https://www.psychology.ca.gov/licensees/index.shtml.
Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.
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What Can I Do With a Master’s in Psychology?
If you earn an MA in Psychology, some of the industries and careers you may choose to pursue include:
- Social and Community Service Manager
- Adoption Services Manager
- Community Services Director
- Graduate Research Assistant
- Psychology Teacher, Post-secondary
- Human Services
- Education
- Business
- Research
- Community College
Your degree in psychology can prepare you for work in a variety of fields, including mental health, education, business, health care, and social and human services. Furthermore, if you have also acquired several years’ experience in business and industry, you may be able to seek jobs in consulting and marketing research.
Gain insights into the psychology job market by reviewing the Bureau of Labor Statistics market outlook report.
Looking at my degrees every day on my wall in my office reminds me that to appreciate the sunshine, you must go through the storm and rain.
MA in Psychology FAQs
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Earning a Master of Arts in Psychology offers advanced knowledge and specialized skills for careers such as counseling, research, or specialized fields of psychology. It provides a pathway for professional growth, increased marketability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in various psychological domains.
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Yes, one of the advantages of earning your master’s degree in psychology online at UAGC is the flexibility we offer, allowing you to continue working while completing your studies.
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Yes, an online MA in Psychology can serve as a stepping stone for pursuing a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) or a related field for those interested in academic or research careers. UAGC offers a 100% online PsyD program that the MA in Psychology will prepare you for.
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When pursuing your online master’s in psychology, you will take courses that introduce you to several psychological domains, including, but not limited to, developmental, social, and biological psychology. You will also evaluate the scientific merit of psychological research and literature in your online courses, which will give you a solid foundation of psychological knowledge when going into your field of practice.
When you graduate with your online UAGC Master of Arts in Psychology, you will be prepared for a career in which a broad background and specialized knowledge in psychology may be required.
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Earning an MA in Psychology online can offer several benefits, but it's important to carefully consider your goals and learning style to determine if this mode of education is the right fit for you. Here are some of the advantages of pursuing an online master's degree in psychology at UAGC:
- Flexible Online Classroom: Discover an online classroom experience that gives you the flexibility to create your own schedule. You will have access to 24/7 online support and service along with all the tools and technology needed for you to successfully complete your program coursework.
- Educational Format: Take courses that are six weeks long, one class at a time. Pursuing your master’s degree in psychology online can give you options that a traditional classroom format doesn’t allow. Instead of taking multiple classes all at once, explore the option of taking one class at a time that works within your current life schedule.
- Qualified Faculty: You will be taught by psychology faculty who have real-world experience and top academic credentials, allowing you to learn the latest concepts and theories in the field of psychology.
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These tuition costs are estimated based on average undergraduate students; rates are not guaranteed.
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The Technology Fee covers access to University systems such as the online classroom, the Student Portal, and other academic resources. The Technology Fee and the Course Digital Materials (CDM) Fee are fully refundable if a student does not attend beyond Day 3 of a course (Week 3 if covered under the University of Arizona Global Campus Promise Refund Schedule). After this time, the fee becomes non-refundable. Students are charged the Technology Fee for repeated coursework. Students are not charged the CDM fee for repeated coursework if previously charged.