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Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology

On Campus, Online
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October 21, 2024

The Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology is an academic certificate, offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that combines your interest in psychological behavior with your desire to better understand people. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but wish to enhance their knowledge of how the human mind functions.

  • Learn about the interface between Christian theology and psychology.
  • Analyze human nature, motivation, change, growth, and spiritual struggles.
  • Examine theoretical perspectives related to physical, cognitive, language, and social development.

This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Examination of the major themes in the study and practice of psychology, such as human nature, motivation, change and development, and spiritual struggles, as well as applied psychological knowledge for everyday life.
The historical and contemporary philosophical foundations of psychology with an emphasis on the interface between Christian theology and psychology. The relationship between Christian theology and secular philosophies commonly discussed in the field. Prerequisite: PSYC 102.
Examination of the major theoretical perspectives related to physical, cognitive, language, emotional, spiritual, and social development in people over the life span.
Survey of various categories of abnormal or deviant behavior such as developmental, personality, mood, psychophysiological, psychotic, anxiety, somatoform, chemical dependency, and dissociative disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 102 or equivalent.

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Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Degree Tuition Block Rate Per Semester Credit Hours Per Semester Tuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$9,975 12 – 18 $19,950
Degree Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour Average Credit Hours Per Semester Average Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$665 Under 12 $7,980
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$665 Over 18 $11,970
Students taking on-campus classes
(summer semester)
$665 N/A $1,995+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) $850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)

Housing Fees » | Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

Degree Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour Average Credit Hours Per Semester Average Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) $450 6 $2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) $395 12 $4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students) $700

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

Degree Tuition Block Rate Per Semester Credit Hours Per Semester Tuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$9,493 12 – 18 $18,986
Degree Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour Average Credit Hours Per Semester Average Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$630 Under 12 $7,560
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$630 Over 18 $11,340
Students taking on-campus classes
(summer semester)
$630 N/A $1,890+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) $850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)

Housing Fees » | Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

Degree Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour Average Credit Hours Per Semester Average Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) $450 6 $2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) $395 12 $4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students) $700

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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