Online Forensic Psychology Bachelor’s Degree

Why Choose Maryville for Your Forensic Psychology Degree?

Since 1872, Maryville University has built a reputation of academic excellence because of our commitment to our students. We focus on teaching first and foremost, and employ renowned faculty who value experiential learning, especially in the forensic psychology program.

As part of this human services program, you can serve your community — and build valuable professional experience — by completing a 135-hour internship in your area. You can explore a wide range of applications for psychological expertise, like probation and corrections, substance abuse clinics, and government agencies.

You’ll also have the opportunity to team up with a faculty member and your fellow students to take part in a research project while completing your degree. It’s a firsthand look at how the fields of psychology and criminal justice are progressing.

Career Opportunities with a Forensic Psychology Degree

Because forensic psychology has applications in many areas, the job prospects are broad and varied. Forensic specialists are on the front lines of important cases, working closely with victims and offenders, and conducting valuable research used by law enforcement.

Some common roles and median salaries for the degree include*:

Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology/Criminal Justice Curriculum

With applications in so many areas of the legal and criminal justice system, a diverse foundation of forensic and psychological knowledge is paramount. At Maryville University, we offer online psychology programs designed for the forensic scope and beyond. This program can be completed in less than two years for full-time students with eligible transfer credits, and includes a senior research project and 135 hours of practicum experience. With flexible and industry-relevant coursework, our bachelor’s degree in forensic psychology curriculum can help you expand your psychology knowledge and familiarize yourself with policing, law, corrections, and social services.

Maryville’s online forensic psychology degree includes electives and courses in general education, psychology, and criminal justice, in addition to a social science research sequence and internship.

Psychology Core Courses — Strengthen your understanding of human psychology through a series of courses in critical thinking, abnormal psychology, social psychology, testing, forensic psychology, cognition, and more.

Criminal Justice Core Courses — Learn the principles of criminal justice theory and procedure with a series of courses covering topics like social connections, criminal behavior, police psychology, juvenile delinquency, investigations, and multicultural issues.

Social Science Research Sequence — The social science research sequence includes a series of courses designed to help students emerge with an inter-connected understanding of how to craft research, analyze results and present findings.

Internship — Personalize your internship based on your specific area of interest.

Electives — Round out and customize your education with your choice of electives.

Apply to the online bachelor’s in forensic psychology degree program at Maryville University.