BA/BS Psychology at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

Psychology is the scientific study of all aspects of human behavior. Topics studied by psychologists include: brain function, moods and feelings, normal and abnormal thought processes, personality, interactions among people, and many more. Furthermore, a bachelors degree (B.A.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Duration: 120 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall, Spring, Summer | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

The Psychology program offers both a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, allowing students to choose a path that aligns with their academic strengths and career interests. Across both tracks, students explore topics such as cognitive processes, emotional development, social behavior, neuroscience, and psychological disorders while developing skills in critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and data interpretation. Expand the menu below to view a sample curriculum plan.

Career pathways

Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology have a versatile foundation that can lead to many career paths, both directly related to psychology and in broader fields that value analytical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. While many students go on to pursue graduate study, there are also numerous opportunities available with a bachelor’s degree alone.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level requirements (not programme-specific): official high school transcript with pre-college curriculum; ACT or SAT optional (test-optional admission). Applies to admission to College of Arts and Sciences.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry term: Fall 2027 (applications open August 1). Transfer entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer.

UK is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the 2028-29 academic year; most freshman applicants may apply without an ACT or SAT score.

First-year applicants for Fall 2027: Early Action deadline December 1 (recommended for Lewis Honors College and competitive and academic scholarships); Regular Decision deadline February 15. Application fee is $50 for domestic and $60 for international applicants. Apply with the UK application or the Common App.

Transfer applicants: application deadlines are August 1 for Fall (scholarship deadline June 15), November 15 for Spring and April 15 for Summer. The application fee is $50, waived for applications fully submitted on listed Transfer Tuesday dates.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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