Online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Positive Psychology
Are you looking for a career that allows you to promote psychological strengths in families, workplaces and communities? The Bachelor of Arts in psychology with a concentration in positive psychology may be an ideal degree path. Learn how evidence-based, positive interventions can transform your life and the lives of others.
Quick facts
Next start date: 01/13/2025
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
What is positive psychology?
Positive psychology is the scientific study of strengths and behaviors that enable individuals and communities to thrive. An emerging field, positive psychology focuses on applying evidence-based approaches to improve personal and community well-being, relationships, workplace culture and other life domains.
In this program, you’ll learn about interventions developed from psychology research, as well as analyze the efficacy of these measures within family, community and organizational settings. You’ll also explore how to apply the fundamental constructs within positive psychology, including:
- Coping mechanisms and creativity.
- Joy and love.
- Hope and optimism.
- Mindfulness and gratitude.
- Resilience.
What can you do with a positive psychology BA degree concentration?
The skills you’ll gain will prepare you to transform lives using research-backed measures that focus on strengths. Upon graduation, you can pursue advancement in supervisory or management positions, training or teaching roles or any social services profession. You’ll also have the competencies needed to enter a variety of graduate programs.
This bachelor’s degree can be completed as part of an Accelerated Master’s program. When accepted, you can earn a master’s degree in as little as one year after completing your undergraduate degree. This opportunity saves you time and money while giving you advanced knowledge in your field. Applicable master's degrees include:
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Online positive psychology BA courses
Your courses are made up of a variety of required and elective courses that build your competencies in psychology. You’ll explore topics in positive psychology, such as applying optimal theory to create a maximally healthy society free from systemic inequities and injustices. Other courses cover evidence-based interventions, emotional intelligence and more.
The jobs a positive psychology BA degree concentration prepares you for
Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a variety of roles, such as human resources professional, prevention specialist, wellness coach, research analyst, health educator and more. You’ll also be equipped to pursue graduate studies in psychology and beyond. Potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Addictions Counselor
Behavioral Health Specialist
Counselor (General)
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)
Mental Health Counselor
School Psychologist
Social Services Director
Social Worker
Learn from leading psychology faculty
Prepare for the full New College experience curated by world-renowned faculty who are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our faculty strives to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they’ve learned to pursue careers that benefit their communities.
Learn from leading psychology faculty
Prepare for the full New College experience curated by world-renowned faculty who are some of the brightest, most innovative academic minds in the world. Areas of expertise include psychology, anthropology, geography, political science, cybersecurity, forensic science and more. Our faculty strives to create an environment that prepares students to take their place in the world using the skills they’ve learned to pursue careers that benefit their communities.
How to apply
first-year student
You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Study at one of the top-ranked universities in the nation
ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.
#1
in innovation for 10 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.
#4
best online bachelor’s in psychology programs.
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
