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NIU Psychology Degree Pathways – Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science

Sample schedule and pathway toward NIU’s Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

• The information that follows is only a sample. Your courses may differ.  
• NIU requires a total of 120 credit hours to graduate.
• A minimum of 40 hours must be in courses at the 300 and/or 400 level. More information is available at go.niu.edu/graduation-requirements.

Year 3 as a junior enrolled at NIU

Year 4 as a senior enrolled at NIU

NIU Bachelor of Arts graduation requirements

To successfully complete the Bachelor of Arts degree, you must demonstrate competence in a foreign language. This requirement can be met by one of the following:

• College level: Complete a four-semester sequence in a traditional foreign language at the college level. The most cost-effective way to do this is to complete these courses at Harper before beginning the NIU program. You could also take these courses through NIU; however, NIU does not bring language classes to Harper as part of its University Center courses. 
• High school level: Complete four full years of a foreign language with a grade of C or better in the fourth year at an accredited high school.
• Test option: Demonstrate competence equal to the work required in the most advanced course in either the high school or college sequence listed above. This test is administered through the NIU Office of Testing Services. 

Sample schedule and pathway toward NIU’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology

• The information that follows is only a sample. Your courses may differ.  
• NIU requires a total of 120 credit hours to graduate.
• A minimum of 40 hours must be in courses at the 300 and/or 400 level. More information is available at go.niu.edu/graduation-requirements.

Year 3 as a junior enrolled at NIU

Year 4 as a senior enrolled at NIU

NIU Bachelor of Science graduation requirements

To successfully complete the Bachelor of Science degree, you must demonstrate competence in laboratory science / mathematical / computational skills.  

• If you are seeking a B.S. degree, see an advisor to determine which sequence to complete and which additional courses may be required for your major. 
• This requirement can be met with college-level coursework. Complete a four-semester sequence listed in the undergraduate catalog with a 2.0 GPA. The most cost-effective way to do this is to complete these courses at Harper before beginning the NIU program. You could also take these courses through NIU; however, NIU does not bring these additional classes to Harper as part of its University Center courses.

Choosing between the B.A. and B.S. degree paths

If you need assistance choosing between the B.A. and B.S. degree paths, reach out to career services, admissions, your academic advisor, and/or instructors about how to choose which path is right for you.

NIU contact info

Shevon Porter
NIU Undergraduate Admissions
transfercenter@niu.edu
Schedule a virtual appointment
 
NIU psychology program advisor
Colleen Barker
lynchbarker@niu.edu
815-753-0114
 
Students can also contact the CLAS Advising Office at clas_advising_office@niu.edu

Take the first step

Take your first step toward earning a bachelor’s degree at the University Center by requesting information. A University Center representative will reach out to review your academic goals and create a customized University Center plan.

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