California Southern University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA - Psychology

Format: Online

Program Description:

The Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology program with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy provides a solid foundation in the areas of marriage and family therapy that can be applied toward community counseling, mental health therapy, human services, and substance abuse counseling. The Master's degree in psychology meets the educational requirements for CalSouthern graduates to sit for licensure to practice as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California. Tuition for the MA in Psychology is $330 per credit and $14,160 for the entire 2-year degree program. Students are NOT required to take the GRE admissions exam for acceptance into CalSouthern.

Accreditation:

California Southern University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council. The Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency and is a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Eligibility Requirements:

Admission to the Master of Arts in Psychology degree program requires a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent completed at an appropriately accredited institution. The MA in Psychology degree requires 48 graduate semester units beyond the Bachelor's degree.

# of Credits Required:

48

International Student Requirements:

Admission to the Master of Arts in Psychology degree program requires a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent completed at an appropriately accredited institution. The MA in Psychology degree requires 48 graduate semester units beyond the Bachelor's degree.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

330 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No