Undergraduate Education
Bachelor's Degree Program
The Undergraduate (UG) Program is designed for undergraduate transfer students interested in pursuing social action and psychology or the intersection of business and psychology to complete their bachelor’s degree in two years. This program consists of two Bachelor of Science degree programs: the Business Psychology (BP) Program and the Psychology and Social Action (PSA) Program. The undergraduate program strives for excellence in the education of behavioral and social sciences. Specifically, the undergraduate program provides the knowledge and skills that are informed by science and scholarship, for students to effectively work in community organizations or business communities. The courses offered in this program help prepare students to become competent leaders in the fields related to social action and business psychology.
PAU Bachelor degree programs are uniquely designed for students transferring from a California Community College or those who have completed approximately two years of college. Accredited by the Western Association of Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC), both programs are offered in online and in-person formats.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Psychology
Palo Alto University (PAU) offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Psychology. The goal of the Business Psychology curriculum is to produce graduates who have the ability to apply the science of human behavior to practical business problems. Students in this program learn to apply theories in psychology to business challenges, such as employee motivation, sales and marketing, consumer behavior and human resource management. The students learn to analyze business problems through the lens of psychology and to develop effective solutions.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Social Action
Palo Alto University (PAU) offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Social Action.
This program is ideal for students with a passion for community advocacy and outreach. The curriculum includes a psychology core and non-core in anthropology, business, economics, philosophy and sociology. Students also complete a nine-month internship to gain real-world experience. Graduates can find roles at nonprofits and community agencies or prepare for graduate programs in psychology, counseling, social work or other behavioral health fields.