Psychology Degrees at MCLA
Study human behavior through research, clinical experience, and faculty mentorship while applying psychological knowledge in real-world settings.
Where Understanding Others Starts With You.
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Program Delivery: In-person
Next Term: Fall 2026
Why Choose Psychology at MCLA?
MCLA’s psychology program combines foundational theory with hands-on experience through research, internships, and faculty mentorship. Students apply psychological concepts through real-world learning opportunities while preparing for graduate study or careers in human services, research, organizational, and educational settings including K-12 and higher ed.
Real-World Clinical Experience
Students have opportunities to gain experience in local schools and community organizations. They can also spend a semester working directly with children with autism through a cooperative program with the New England Center for Children under professional clinical supervision.
Publishing and Presenting Research
Students collaborate with faculty on research, co-author scholarly work, and present findings at regional and national psychology meetings. Many also join Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology.
Dedicated Faculty Mentorship
Small classes taught by published faculty allow students to work closely with mentors while conducting research and gaining internship experience.
Career Outlook & Program Outcomes
Careers connected to psychology continue to grow across healthcare, education, business, and research sectors.
What Can You Do With Our Psychology Degrees?
A psychology degree provides a strong foundation for careers focused on understanding behavior, supporting individuals and communities, and analyzing human decision-making across professional environments.
Career Opportunities
- Clinical Mental Health Counselor (with graduate study)
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (with graduate study)
- Human Resources Specialist
- Social and Community Service Manager
- Market Research Analyst
- Educational Support Professional
- Behavioral Technician
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FAQs
No, it's never too late to become a psychologist. Individuals can pursue psychology careers at various stages of life. While it may take time to complete education and gain experience, maturity and diverse life experiences can be valuable assets in the field.
The time to become a psychologist varies. Typically, it involves earning a bachelor's degree (four years), a master's or doctoral degree in psychology (two to four years) and completing supervised experience (one to two years). So, it may take around seven to 10 years in total.
Yes! We're committed to an education that works for a lifetime, at a price that works for today. Contact admissions@mcla.edu or finaid@mcla.edu for more details. MCLA offers a wealth of info on paying for college.
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