M.S. Applied Psychology
Gain an In-depth Understanding of Systematic Approaches to Applied Psychology
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 12
Est. Program Length
1-2 years
Credit Hours
31 hours
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
Degree Overview
Receive an educational foundation that will prepare you to meet the increasing demand for professionals who understand human behavior. The online master’s in applied psychology program focuses on providing comprehensive training across various psychological disciplines. Unlike licensure programs that focus narrowly on clinical practice, this program teaches skills research, data analysis, human behavior and other applied areas that will make you adaptable to diverse professional environments.
Courses are taught by faculty who are licensed as psychologists, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors. Earn your degree fully online, at one of the most affordable institutions in the state.
Who is this degree for?
The online Master of Science in Applied Psychology (MSAP) program does not prepare graduates for independent professional licensure as a marriage and family therapist or as a professional counselor. The program is designed for:
- Individuals seeking to expand their knowledge of issues in applied psychology.
- Individuals seeking clinical practice and who already hold professional licensure.
- Individuals planning to work outside the United States or in countries that do not regulate or have professional licensure or governmental certification in counseling or marriage and family therapy.
- Individuals who are exempt from licensure requirements (e.g., clergy), and who wish to gain knowledge and skills to better support and help families.
- Paraprofessionals who plan to work in a non-therapeutic role under professional supervision.
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 12
Est. Program Length
1-2 years
Credit Hours
31 hours
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
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Course Details
Total Required: 31 hours
* If a student has UWA graduate course credit for an existing course requirement, alternative courses may be approved by the Department Chairperson.
Admissions
Your experience at the University of West Alabama is designed to be as straightforward and convenient as possible. From the moment you apply, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance from an enrollment counselor. And once you’re in your program, you’ll have a personal success coach who can answer your questions and help with anything you need.
Simply follow these steps to get started.
- Complete an online application.
- Submit official college and institution transcripts from bachelor degree
- Email: transcripts.westalabama@risepoint.com
- Mail: Transcript Processing Center – University of West Alabama 851 Trafalgar Court, Suite 420 West, Maitland, FL 32751
Tuition
Graduate tuition is $429 per credit hour. There is a $75 technology fee each semester.
The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships and loans. Approximately 80 percent of UWA students receive some type of financial aid to support their studies. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UWA is 001024.
Transfer
UWA may accept up to 9 hours at the Graduate level for matching courses and curriculums for most programs.
