Online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Prepare for careers in psychology, human services, business, and more on your schedule. Earn your online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Buena Vista University and build the knowledge and skills to understand people, organizations, and communities.
Why Choose BVU Online
Designed for busy adults, transfer students, and students seeking flexibility, BVU Online helps you earn your degree while balancing your goals, commitments, and career. With affordable, career-focused programs and personalized support, you can build skills, increase your earning potential, and take the next step toward your future.
Learn Anytime
Study from anywhere with flexible, asynchronous online coursework that fits your schedule.
Personalized Support
Receive one-on-one support from dedicated faculty and academic advisors from enrollment through graduation.
Small Classes. Big Connections.
Learn in small classes where meaningful connections and personalized attention help you succeed.
Flexible Pathways
Transfer eligible credits and choose a full-time or part-time pace that helps you finish your bachelor's degree.
Quick Facts
Whether you're starting college or completing a degree you previously began, BVU Online meets you where you are.
- 100% Online
- 7.5-Week Terms
- Seamless Transfer: Transfer up to 60 credits from an accredited community college or up to 90 credits from an accredited four-year college or university—up to a maximum of 90 total transfer credits.
- Six Start Dates Throughout the Year
BVU psychology graduates go far.
Where this degree can take you
You're Online, But Never on Your Own
At BVU, online students are part of a supportive learning community. Whether you need help planning your courses, transferring credits, improving your writing, or preparing for your next career move, you'll have a team ready to help every step of the way.
Learn more about the BVU Online student experience.
Maximize Your Transfer Credits
Our team will provide a free transcript evaluation to determine how your previous coursework applies toward your degree.
Advance Your Career
Continue your journey at BVU with graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Professional School Counseling, or Organizational Leadership, and prepare for the next step in your career.
Curriculum Highlights
A flexible program that lets you explore your interests while building a strong foundation in psychology. Your coursework is designed to build the knowledge and skills needed for success in your field. Click here for complete program requirements and course descriptions in the Academic Catalog.
Build a path that fits you.
Ready to earn your psychology degree online?