Bachelor in Psychology (BA)

Applications for the Aug 2027 intake are open until Dec 1, 2026. Tuition is 39,853 USD per year.

The Bachelor in Psychology at Indiana University Bloomington is a 4-year degree program that provides broad coverage of modern scientific psychology. It is designed for students interested in human behavior and helps them develop critical-thinking, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. The program is taught in English and is available to high school graduates.

The curriculum covers concepts, theories, strategies, and tactics that apply to human behavior, including human development, memory and cognition, animal behavior, clinical psychology, or social psychology. Students learn through courses, research, and hands-on activities like internships. They also have the opportunity to pursue a concentration or specialization in the field.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Clinical Psychologists, Counselors, Human Resources Managers, Marketing Researchers, or Teachers. They can work in hospitals, clinics, schools, or private businesses. The program provides background for students entering graduate work in psychology and related areas, as well as the professions of medicine, dentistry, law, and business.

Indiana University Bloomington, established in 1820, is the flagship campus of the Indiana University system and a dynamic choice for international students seeking a comprehensive research university experience. The campus combines a broad liberal arts tradition with professional programs across business, arts and sciences, education and health. With a large and active student population and thousands of international peers, IU Bloomington offers both the scale of major research activity and the close-knit campus culture that supports personal growth.

The university delivers a wide portfolio of programs—spanning hundreds of majors and minors—alongside around 575 distinct academic pathways, enabling students to tailor study plans to academic and career goals. Students benefit from research opportunities, practicum placements, industry partnerships and modern facilities that support innovation and experiential learning. Faculty are engaged researchers and mentors who guide classroom learning and hands-on projects that prepare graduates for competitive careers and further study.

Campus life in Bloomington is lively and inclusive, with student organizations, arts and cultural events, volunteer opportunities and strong career services to support internships and job placement. International students have access to advising, orientation, language support and global engagement programs that ease adjustment and build networks. Whether you plan to pursue graduate study, research or professional practice, IU Bloomington combines academic depth, community engagement and practical pathways to help you succeed.