Psychology

Degree Types
A.A.-T
Mode of Study
Online

Prepare for or advance your career in areas of education, counseling, or social service

The Merced College Online Program in Psychology provides students with the opportunity to complete all degree and CSU transfer requirements fully online. The short term courses allow students to continue in the workforce while fulfilling their educational goals.

What You Can Expect

  • Flexible and small cohorts

    Students will complete their programs 100% online with the same group of students, working to attain the same degree and building a sense of community and support along the way.

  • Preplanned courses

    We have mapped out the full sequence of courses to be completed in under two years, so students will know exactly what they need to reach their educational goals.View the preplanned course schedule by program.

  • CSU transfer opportunity

    Students will develop advanced skills that will benefit them in the workforce, and will earn an Associate for Transfer (AS-T/AA-T), eligible to transfer into the CSU system with junior status to complete their baccalaureate degree.

Program Description

The Department of Psychology at Merced College offers students an exciting and challenging curriculum. The curriculum provides students with an opportunity to gain an understanding of how psychological research and theory can be applied to daily life experiences. Students also gain insight into the behavior and personality of themselves and others. Psychology faculty work closely with students on their educational goals and provide help in seeking a career in psychology.

  • 27k-208k

    Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $27,000 to over $208,000 with an average salary of $102,000.

  • +8.1%

    Career opportunities for this program are expected to grow nationwide from 2019 to 2029.

Degrees/Certificates

Merced College Online offers the following degree in Psychology:
Psychology (AA-T)

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Students will complete their programs 100% online with the same group of students, working to attain the same degree and building a sense of community and support along the way.

We have mapped out the full sequence of courses to be completed in under two years, so students will know exactly what they need to reach their educational goals. View the preplanned course schedule by program.

Students will develop advanced skills that will benefit them in the workforce, and will earn an Associate for Transfer (AS-T/AA-T), eligible to transfer into the CSU system with junior status to complete their baccalaureate degree. 

From start to finish, students will have a dedicated support team to ensure ease of navigation of enrollment, financial aid, and assistance with academics and technology.

Students will receive full access to a variety of campus resources and services offered online and in-person to increase their success.

Students will receive an Apple iPad and keyboard to use while enrolled (while supplies last).

Tuition may be free for first-time, full-time students. Generous financial aid packages are available to those who qualify.

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