Prepare to address the psychological aspects of crime and legal proceedings, and pursue a career in the field of forensic psychology.
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The online Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology is a 128-credit program with coursework designed to meet American Psychological Association standards. You will learn about human behavior, analyze the intricacies of legal cases, and determine the objectivity of potential criminal court proceedings.
In this comprehensive forensic psychology curriculum, you will:
Maryville’s hassle-free application process is designed to streamline your enrollment experience. No application fees are required, and Maryville will even request your transcripts for you. Choose from multiple start dates per year.
Applicants to the online BA in forensic psychology program should hold a high school diploma or GED with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. To apply, you will need to submit the following:
Online application (no fee)
Official high school transcript
English proficiency scores (International applicants may be required to submit scores that meet a certain threshold.)
During your time in the Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology program, you’ll complete a 135-hour internship in a context of your choosing. Consider your internship an opportunity to apply the theory you’ve learned in the classroom to a real-world, field-based setting.
Under the guidance of a course instructor, you’ll gain critical, hands-on experience in a specific area of interest of your choice — whether it is law enforcement, probation and corrections, social services, or mental health.
Maryville will consider all college credits earned from regionally accredited colleges or universities, as well as courses completed in the military — even if you earned the credits years ago.
No. Maryville aims for a hassle-free approach to applications, and that means no fees.
Once Maryville receives your complete application (including transcripts), you should receive a decision in seven days or less. Maryville streamlines the application process so you can focus on what matters most: your education.