College of Arts and Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Counseling Psychology Degree

The study of psychology is an excellent foundation for living and working with other people, and practitioners of counseling psychology help change lives for the better. Graduates of Faulkner University with a counseling psychology degree find roles in human resources, hospitality, ministry, sales, marketing, and advocacy, among others. They work in human services, insurance, finance, and government.

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ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Required Courses

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Program Objectives

Through Faulkner University’s counseling psychology degree program, students learn general principles of psychology. They also can explore its subspecialties – the variety of fields within this important discipline. The curriculum includes an internship, as well as a senior capstone project. These in-depth experiences help students focus on the aspects of psychology that interest them the most, realize where their talents lie and help them make decisions about pathways to future careers.

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Admission Requirements

Must be a high school graduate with a regular or advanced diploma or have a GED certificate
If out of high school for less than five years, ACT (minimum 18 composite) or SAT (minimum 970) scores are required. ACT or SAT scores are not required for anyone having graduated high school more than five years ago.
ACT or SAT scores are not required for transfer applicants with a minimum of 24 transferable hours from a regionally accredited college or university.

Program Information

The Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology requires a total of 121 course hours. Students can specialize according to their interests with a choice of electives, which are summarized in our undergraduate catalog. A counseling psychology bachelor’s degree can be the first step toward an advanced degree, such as a master’s degree in social work, or a valuable entry point for a career in business or health services. Graduates of Faulkner University’s Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology have earned an excellent foundation for thriving in their future endeavors. With a better understanding of the human mind and interactions, they adapt well to many work environments. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, psychology majors who hold bachelor’s degrees work as human resources specialists, teachers, and service managers. In addition, they are well aligned to pursue further certifications and careers, such as registered nurses, social workers, physicians, guidance counselors, and lawyers.

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Traditional Tuition and Fees

Description	Cost
Tuition
1–11 hours (Fall & Spring)	$1,025 per semester hour
12–18 hours (block rate – Fall & Spring)	$12,300 per semester
19 hours and above (Fall & Spring)	$685 per semester hour
Summer	$450 per semester hour
Military Qualified Students (60 hours or less)	$250 per semester hour
Fees
Online Course Fee (fully online)	$75 per semester hour
Applicable Course Fees	(see fees below)

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What is Rolling Admissions?

The program evaluates PTCAS verified applications from June 15th until May 1st. This means that we conduct interviews both in the fall and spring semesters. Rather than admitting applicants all at once, we make admission decisions throughout the year.