Bachelor in Biopsychology (Bachelor's)

Simmons University, founded in 1899 and located in Boston, blends a strong liberal arts tradition with career-focused professional programs. With about 6,364 students and 61 programs across undergraduate and graduate levels, Simmons emphasizes personalized learning, experiential education and professional preparation. Its urban setting connects students to internships, research collaborations and cultural resources across one of the United States’ leading academic and healthcare hubs.

Academic life at Simmons features small classes, interdisciplinary study and opportunities to translate classroom learning into practice through internships, practicums and applied projects. The university’s career services and alumni network support job placement while faculty mentorship helps students develop professional portfolios and industry contacts. Programs span healthcare, business, education, the arts and technology, each oriented toward employability and real-world impact.

Campus life balances a close-knit community with access to Boston’s museums, hospitals, startups and arts scene, providing international students both support and vibrant opportunity. Practical services include orientation, housing assistance and international advising to ease transition into study and life in the city. Prospective applicants should review program requirements, application deadlines and scholarship options to find the Simmons pathway best aligned with their academic and career goals.

Graduates are qualified to pursue roles in mental health, research, human services, and behavioral analysis. The programme focuses on the biological, cognitive, developmental, and social factors influencing human behavior. Students engage in research methods, statistical analysis, and fieldwork in Boston. The curriculum includes core courses in biopsychology, research design, and theory application.

Focus areas include Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Psychopathology, Health Psychology.

The programme requires 36 semester hours in psychology and 4 hours in statistics. Students complete five core courses, one course from each of three areas, and a capstone with one theory and one research course.

Graduates enter roles such as behavioral technician, research assistant, human resources specialist, clinical research coordinator, and data analyst.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of transcripts and a personal statement is required. AP Psychology score of 4 or 5 may fulfill the PSYC 101 requirement.

The programme totals about 40 credit hours. On campus, full-time, typical duration four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 66% of applicants.