B.S. PSYCHOLOGY | 100% ONLINE
Put Your Interest in People to Work
MSU Denver’s online Psychology B.S. gives you a rigorous grounding in the science of human behavior and mental processes, taught by the same faculty who teach on campus, in discussion-rich courses designed for active engagement.
Because the program is fully online, you can fit your coursework around your job, your family, and your life without sacrificing quality or connection.
Study major areas of psychology, including cognitive, developmental, social, and clinical topics, while building research and critical thinking skills that apply far beyond the classroom.
Learn to interpret data, evaluate evidence, and understand why people think, feel, and act the way they do in real-world situations.
MSU Denver’s Career Connected Campus designation means your education is designed around real careers, and we have robust resources to help you pursue them.
Colorado residents pay as little as $315/credit, and online students may qualify for up to $1,000/semester in scholarships.
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Program at a Glance
$315
The minimum cost per credit for qualified Colorado residents, made possible by the Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF).
100% Online
Keep working while you earn your degree. No campus visits required.
$2,428
The average annual out-of-pocket cost for in-state MSU Denver undergraduates.
Save $1,000/Semester
Exclusive scholarships are available for online students with no additional application.
Same Degree, No Asterisk
Your degree says MSU Denver; there is no separate ‘Online’ designation.
Simple Credit Transfer
As one of the top transfer institutions in CO, MSU Denver accepts more transfer credits than most.
Why Colorado Students Choose MSU Denver Online
MSU Denver’s online degrees are built for students like you: traditional undergrads, working adults, first-generation learners, and transfer students who need a degree that works around real life.
Accreditation & Recognition
Great things happen at MSU Denver.
Designated Career Connected Campus
Colorado Department of Higher Education
2023 Fulbright HSI Leader Designation
U.S. Department of State
A Top Transfer Institution in CO
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Higher Education Excellence and Distinction Award
Insight Into Academia
#3 Most Innovative University in CO (2021)
U.S. News & World Report
Best for Vets Honoree
MilitaryTimes
MSU Denver By the Numbers
Our accessible, career-connected learning means students gain real-world experience and graduate prepared to thrive in Colorado’s workforce.
91%
Graduates employed or in graduate school within six months of graduating
57%
Undergraduate students who are the first in their family to attend college
87%
Undergraduate students who work full- or part-time while completing their degree
59%
Students receiving scholarships and grants totaling more than $97 million
31%
Students who pay no tuition thanks to scholarships and grants
45%
Students who graduate debt free
Where This Degree Can Take You
A Psychology B.S. from MSU Denver prepares you for people-centered roles across mental health, education, human services, business, and the nonprofit sector. It also provides a strong foundation if you choose to continue into graduate study in counseling, clinical psychology, social work, school psychology, or other fields where understanding people is central to the work.*
Local Market Snapshot
Denver – Aurora – Lakewood, CO
$68,400
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors
$166,110
Human Resources Managers
$69,470
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
*Career and salary data are for general information only and do not guarantee any specific job or salary outcome.
Achievable Career Paths
Behavioral health technician · Case manager · Residential counselor · Youth program coordinator · Human resources specialist · Academic or career advising support · Community outreach worker · Graduate school in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Request more information, and an enrollment specialist will reach out to walk you through costs, transfer credit, and what starting the program could look like for your schedule.
