Apr 03, 2026  
**DRAFT** University Catalog 2026-2027 
    
**DRAFT** University Catalog 2026-2027

Psychology, BA

Location(s): SB - Santa Barbara


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BA in Psychology
Location: AU Santa Barbara
Credits for Degree: 180 quarter credits
Standard Mode of Instruction: Flexible
Standard time to completion: 36 months

*Actual time to completion ranges from 9 to 36 months, depending on the number of transfer credits.

General Degree Requirements

All Antioch University undergraduates must meet general education requirements in the areas of Liberal Arts (called Domains of Knowledge), Academic Writing, and Mission-core classes. See the Undergraduate Studies: General Degree Requirements  page for an explanation of undergraduate general education requirements.

BA in Psychology - General Overview

The BA in Psychology is designed to provide students with a foundation in psychological theory and research. Students will develop competencies in writing and interpersonal communication; as well as develop psychology-specific skills for effective self-reflection, project management, and teamwork. Psychology students will also engage with ethics and socially responsible behaviors for professional and personal settings. This versatile degree provides students a wide range of possibilities for both career choices and graduate work.

Students must complete a minimum of 54 quarter credits in psychology for a major. At least 27 of those credits need to be upper-division coursework. 

Psychology Minor

Students must complete a minimum of 24 quarter credits in psychology for a minor. At least 12 of those credits need to be upper-division coursework. 

Major-related Core Courses


Our courses are offered in rotation throughout the year and students are encouraged to build core and elective courses from the list below into their program of study. Students are also advised to take a broad range of coursework in the arts, humanities, psychology, science, philosophy, quantitative methods, history, and sociology.

Electives


In addition to the core courses listed above, an array of elective courses is offered each quarter. A representative sampling of elective course offerings includes:

Internships


AUSB has established relationships with numerous organizations in the Santa Barbara area. These placements enable students to gain firsthand experience and to connect classroom learning with practical applications in the field.

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