BA Psychology at University of Rhode Island

Programme overview

The B.A. program in psychology provides a broad understanding of the diversity of human behavior from biological, cognitive, affective, and cultural perspectives. This program offers both academic coursework and career-related experiential learning. It provides a solid foundation for students interested in pursuing graduate programs in Psychology or other social sciences, as well as those preparing for careers in service professions, law, counseling psychology, human relations and social work. The B.S.

Faculty: College of Health Sciences | Department: Department of Psychology | Study mode: full-time | Location: Kingston, RI, United States

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Entry requirements

Admission is to the University of Rhode Island at the university level and applies to all undergraduate majors (no separate programme application): a Common Application with official transcripts showing 18 units of college-preparatory coursework; standardized test scores are not required. Some majors set additional requirements for entering the major after admission. Entry into the major: Complete 24 units and have a minimum GPA of 2.00 For the B.A.: Complete PSY 113 (or 113H) and PSY 200 (or 200H) each with a C grade or better; Complete two of these three courses with an average of C or better: PSY 232, 235, 254 (or 254H) For the B.S.: Complete PSY 113 (or 113H), PSY 200 (or 200H), PSY 232, and PSY 260, each with a C grade or better Complete URI 101 internship credit

Domestic applicants: USD 15,684 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate full-time (12-19 credits) annual tuition, In state rate for 2026-27, as published for the level band; excludes registration, health services, technology and student services fees, accident/sickness insurance, and programme differential charg Source

International applicants: USD 37,350 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate full-time (12-19 credits) annual tuition, Out of state (non-resident) rate for 2026-27, as published for the level band; excludes registration, health services, technology and student services fees, accident/sickness insurance, and programme Source

First-year entry terms: Fall (September start) and Spring (January start). URI is a test-optional institution; SAT or ACT scores are optional.

First-year deadlines: Early Decision November 1; Early Action December 1; Regular Decision for Fall February 1; Regular Decision for Spring December 15 (domestic) or December 1 (international). Transfer: Fall July 31; priority Spring December 15. FAFSA March 1.

First-year applicants apply on the Common App; the application fee is $65 or a fee waiver.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.commonapp.org/Login?ma=376&tref=program-finder

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