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Online psychology degrees designed for flexibility
Your understanding of human behavior can help build a career that positively impacts the lives of others. As a student of psychology, you can develop the skills and knowledge to work with a wide range of populations in a program that is structured to give you the flexibility you need.
*Based on fastest 25% of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies and other fees apply.
Find your psychology program
Degree
selectedAos:8
Area of study
Learning format
bachelors
1,2,7,8,10,26
doctoral
8,12,7,2,10,26,9,1,25
certificate
9,7,8,2
masters
8,12,2,1,10,26,9,7,25
bachelors
2,7,1,10,8
doctoral
2,10,25,12
certificate
masters
8,2,10,7
Accredited and recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services and fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Capella University’s MS in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Counseling specialization is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation (CoA) of the American Psychological Association (APA). Questions related to this accreditation should be directed to the CoA: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, American Psychological Association, 750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 2002, (202) 336-5979, [email protected]
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Advisory Board
The contributions of the Capella School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Advisory Board give you confidence that our programs provide student-centered education that is competency-based, rigorous and relevant. Our coursework teaches skills and knowledge in behavioral health that help meet the needs of a diverse, ever-evolving society.
Our programs are built around student success
Capella University’s online psychology programs offer a flexible and supportive learning environment that can help you fit an education into your busy schedule as you pursue your professional goals. Our faculty and staff are here to help you succeed.
Student satisfaction
84% of psychology alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2022–2023
Exam prep for MS in ABA
The Association for Behavior Analysis International has verified these courses toward the coursework requirements for eligibility for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst exam. Applicants will still need to meet additional eligibility requirements and demonstrate they reside in an authorized country before they can be deemed eligible to take the examination.
Scholar-practitioner faculty
Learn the latest in theory and practice from experienced doctoral-prepared faculty who are actively engaged in their professions.
Two learning formats
To meet the needs of your busy life, we offer two competency-based online learning formats – GuidedPath and FlexPath. Is FlexPath right for you?
FlexPath is available in select programs.
Professionally aligned curriculum
Our courses are developed around nationally recognized standards, with curriculum that is professionally aligned to help you achieve your goals.
Foundational skills
The Capella BS in Psychology is designed around the American Psychological Association’s guidelines for undergraduate psychology.
Questions about our psychology programs? Start here.
In the most general terms, clinical psychology involves working directly with individuals in a therapeutic context assessing and treating mental health concerns and requires licensure. Applied psychology may involve research, teaching or consulting with people, organizations or systems.
Learn more about clinical psychology programs from Capella »
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The cost of a psychology degree can vary based on the program or degree level you are interested in. Capella offers many ways to save on your bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in psychology. Learn more about how you can save.
Capella’s psychology faculty
Our expert faculty members have designed curricula to help enable our students and graduates to make a difference in the evolving world of psychology. We do this by ensuring our programs focus on current and emerging needs. Our goal is to give students the opportunity to demonstrate competencies using real-world tools, processes and practices. Learning takes place in a highly supportive environment enriched with multiple resources aimed at assisting with success.
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