Psychology

Earn your bachelor’s degree in Psychology fully online – build expertise in understanding human behavior for diverse careers or graduate study.

• Flexible, respected Montclair degree completed from anywhere
• Explore biological, cognitive, developmental, social and personality processes to understand why people do what they do
• Develop scientific methods, critical thinking and statistical skills
• Gain valuable experience in problem-solving and empathy for professional and personal growth
• Study cognition, emotion, social dynamics and mental health to deepen understanding of yourself and others
• Open versatile career paths in social services, research, counseling, education, business or graduate study through a program tailored to fit your life

Tailored specifically for the working learner, pursue Montclair Online undergraduate degree completion programs as a transfer or readmit student. You are able to transfer to a Montclair Online program if you have earned 45 or more credits.

Supplement any major with a Psychology minor – gain insight into human thought, behavior and valuable skills for your chosen profession.

• Complements any major on campus with foundations in human behavior
• Learn why people do what they do from multiple perspectives, including biological, cognitive, developmental, social and personality
• Use 18 free electives (six courses) to add a Psychology minor
• Knowledge of psychology is useful for success in clinical, corporate, research, educational and nonprofit roles
• Pick up research and critical thinking skills that enhance your major and broaden career options
• Apply scientific methods to understand, predict and solve problems related to behavior

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The Combined BA/MA in Psychological Science is a rigorous five-year program designed for students seeking advanced research skills and early graduate-level training.

You’ll complete undergraduate coursework, then begin graduate study during your senior year, with mentored research, opportunities to present at conferences and publication in recognized journals. Coursework emphasizes research design, data management and data analysis, giving you valuable quantitative reasoning skills and mastery of large databases.
This path prepares you for entry-level roles in data-driven industries – such as health, pharmaceutical, banking, insurance, advertising or consulting – or offers a strong foundation for doctoral study.

• Early graduate study and mentored research
• Conference presentations and publication opportunities

Intensive training in research design, data analysis and communication

• Valuable experience as part of a research team
• Cost and time savings compared to separate degrees. Graduates earn two diplomas – a BA and an MA in Psychological Science.

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Important: This program does not provide training in clinical or counseling psychology and does not provide preparation for careers in clinical, counseling or mental health professions. Students interested in mental health professions, forensic psychology or school psychology should plan to apply to the MA in Clinical Psychology program after completing the regular BA degree in Psychology. This program does not grant access to the MA in Clinical Psychology.

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Pair a Psychology education with business expertise in the combined BA/MBA program – ideal for students who aspire to leadership roles in corporate, healthcare or nonprofit sectors.

• Streamlined path to dual degrees in five years
• First three years: complete Psychology bachelor’s coursework
• Fourth year: take 6 credits of graduate business (MBA) “swing” courses, fulfilling both undergraduate and graduate requirements
• Fifth year: finish the remaining MBA courses in a full-time format
• Apply for program admission in junior year – transition to MBA in senior year upon meeting GPA requirements
• Graduate with both a Bachelor’s in Psychology and an MBA
• Cost-effective – swing courses at the undergraduate tuition rate
• Gain a competitive edge by integrating psychology and business – broaden career opportunities and enhance employability

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Pair a Psychology BA with a Master of Public Health through Montclair State’s accelerated 4+1 program and earn two degrees in less time. Tailor your studies by choosing one of two concentrations — Community Health Education, focused on developing public health professionals who advance wellness and prevention initiatives for communities, or Health Systems Administration and Policy, which trains leaders for hospitals and healthcare organizations with a strong emphasis on prevention, social justice and health equity. Through swing courses that count toward both degrees, students graduate with interdisciplinary expertise and are well prepared for impactful roles in health, policy or community settings.

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Psychology Major with Teacher Certification in Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6

Psychology majors interested in K–6 teacher certification must apply and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program – once admitted, you’ll be enrolled in the B.A. in Elementary Education program as a second major.

• Review the Teacher Education Program website for professional course sequences, program requirements and procedures
• Consult the Teacher Education Program Handbook for guidance and details
• 120 credits are required for the degree, with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA
• Psychology majors must earn at least a C- in all Psychology courses; any Psychology course with less than a C- must be repeated
• Only courses with a minimum grade of C- will count toward the Psychology major

For more details, review the Teacher Education Program Handbook and official resources.

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Psychology Major with Teacher Certification in Social Studies (Preschool-Grade 12)

Psychology majors who wish to pursue P–12 teacher certification in Social Studies must apply to and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program – upon admission, students will be matriculated into the B.A. in Secondary Education program as a second major.

• Visit the Teacher Education Program website for course sequences, program guidelines and procedures
• Review the Teacher Education Program Handbook for up-to-date requirements
• SASE 401 Methods of Teaching Social Studies is a required departmental course
• Social studies teachers must complete coursework in economics, geography, history, political science and religion
• A full list of requirements is available from the Social Studies Teacher Education Coordinator
• 120 credits are required for the degree, with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA Psychology majors must earn at least a C- in all Psychology courses – grades below C- require repeating and do not count toward the major

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Combined BA/MAT with Teacher Certification in Elementary School Teacher in Grades K – 6 and Teacher of Students with Disabilities

The Combined BA/MAT with teacher certification in Elementary School Teacher in Grades K–6 and Teacher of Students with Disabilities is a five-year Dual Degree Dual Certification program.

• Apply to and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program as an undergraduate
• Earn teacher certification in two areas: Elementary School Teacher (K–6) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities
• Complete the baccalaureate degree with at least 120 credits and a minimum 3.0 overall GPA – major GPA requirements may differ
• After successfully finishing undergraduate coursework and requirements, enter the Graduate School for the one-year master’s portion
• Review the Teacher Education Program website and Handbook for course outlines, requirements and important program guidelines
• Psychology majors must earn a grade of C- or above in all Psychology courses – any course below C- must be repeated to count toward the major

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