Cedarville College

What you'll study

The curriculum provides a broad foundation in psychological theory and practice while emphasizing ethical application and research skills. Topic areas explicitly listed in the program materials include:

• General psychology
• Developmental psychology
• Abnormal psychology
• Social psychology
• Research methods
• Statistics for the behavioral sciences

Sample course titles given are Human Development: Lifespan; Abnormal Psychology; and Learning and Memory. All undergraduate students also complete a Bible minor integrated across the curriculum.

Entry requirements

The program materials direct prospective students to view the university’s admission requirements and application process; applicants work with an admissions counselor during enrollment. Specific academic thresholds or prerequisite details are not listed in the provided text.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of next steps including graduate study in psychology, counseling, or social work and entry-level roles in clinical, health and human services; human resources and organizational settings; ministry and nonprofit work; and national or local security agencies. The materials note that many professional career paths require further education, experience, or licensure beyond the BA.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The published per-credit cost for the online psychology program is $375 per credit hour. The university points applicants to cost and financial aid resources and to admissions staff for guidance; Cedarville also promotes transferability between its online and residential programs and support services such as library, writing center, academic enrichment, counseling, career services, and IT/Canvas support.