The part-time Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology degree completion program at Boston University’s Metropolitan College (MET) is designed specifically for domestic transfer students with at least six or more completed courses at a regionally accredited college or university. The bachelor’s in Psychology develops the skills necessary to be successful in a range of vocations or professional and graduate training programs, and lays the foundation for further study of psychology, medicine, and law. The BU MET Psychology bachelor’s program will expose you to a broad range of thinking about psychology, along with the ability to apply fundamental psychological theories, perspectives, and techniques to define and address real-life situations. The opportunity to formulate your own topic of interest, conduct research, and communicate findings in a professional manner will ensure that you gain proficiency in evaluating and explaining the strengths and limitations of several common research methods, data analyses, and studies employed by psychologists.

Program at a Glance

  • On Campus
  • Part-Time*
  • 128 Credits
  • 24–36 Months**

*Please note that Metropolitan College does not issue visas to international students for full-time on-campus study in undergraduate programs (degree or non-degree).
**Program duration depends on volume of approved transfer credits. To learn more about transfer credit eligibility, please contact an Admissions Advisor.

Flexible, Part-Time Degree Completion—at Boston University

The BS in Psychology at Boston University’s Metropolitan College is a self-paced bachelor’s degree completion program offered in a convenient, part-time evening format—ideal for busy professionals who seek to earn a Boston University degree without turning their personal lives upside down or putting their careers on hold. Along with self-paced programs in a variety of majors on campus, MET also offers the Online Undergraduate Degree Completion Program, leading to a bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Studies.

A Foundation for Success in Psychology

Metropolitan College’s Bachelor’s in Psychology degree will equip you with:

  • Knowledge of, and ability to apply, fundamental psychological theories, perspectives, and techniques to define and address real-life situations.
  • Proficiency in explaining and evaluating strengths and limitations of several common research methods, data analyses, and studies employed by psychologists.
  • Informational and communication competence by formulating a topic of interest, conducting a literature search, selecting and critically evaluating valid and appropriate sources, and synthesizing and presenting in oral and/or written form using APA style format selected psychology articles and books.
  • Proficiency in conducting fundamental psychological experimental research and communicating findings in a professional manner using APA style format and following professional ethical research guidelines.
  • Advanced breadth of disciplinary knowledge by explaining and applying at least two selected content and applied areas of psychology (e.g., clinical-counseling, cognition and learning, developmental, social, abnormal-forensic) to describe and address real-life situations.
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Why Complete Your Psychology Bachelor’s at BU?

  • Engaged Faculty: In BU MET’s psychology bachelor’s program, an exceptional student-to-instructor ratio ensures close interaction with highly qualified faculty who draw from active research and substantial professional achievements in areas such as experimental psychology, developmental psychology, neuropsychology, clinical work, cognitive and behavioral health, and many others.
  • Extensive Network: Study principles of psychology alongside peers with professional experience, learn from faculty who have valuable contacts and research, and benefit from a global alumni community with strong connections.
  • Student Support: Benefit from access to personalized professional academic advice from the team of academic counselors in MET Enrollment & Student Success.
  • Valuable Resources: Make use of Boston University’s extensive resources, including the Center for Career Development, Educational Resource Center, Fitness & Recreation Center, IT Help Centers, Mugar Memorial Library, Center for Antiracist Research, Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground, George Sherman Union, and many others.
  • Flexible Schedule: Pursue your studies part-time, at the pace that works for you, evenings on campus.
  • Affordability: Complete your bachelor’s part-time at BU at a substantial savings compared to full-time study.
  • Financial Assistance: Undergraduate students at BU MET are eligible for a range of financial aid and community-minded scholarship opportunities designed to support those investing in their education part-time who still need to navigate full-time responsibilities.


Candidates for the bachelor’s degree at Metropolitan College are required to complete a minimum of 32 courses (128 credits), including Hub requirements, major requirements, related courses, and electives.

Hub Requirements

All BU undergraduate students, including transfer students, will pursue coursework in the BU Hub, the University’s general education program that is integrated into the entire undergraduate experience. BU Hub requirements can be satisfied in a number of ways, including coursework in and beyond the major as well as through cocurricular activities. Students majoring in Psychology will satisfy BU Hub requirements in Quantitative Reasoning II, and, additionally, students taking MET SO 300 will satisfy BU Hub requirements in Social Inquiry I, Critical Thinking, and Research and Information Literacy.

Major and Related Courses

A total of 11 courses (44 credits), completed with a grade of C or higher, is required.

Major Courses

Choose ten courses (40 credits), including:

And one of the following:

The remaining eight psychology courses must be at the 200 level or higher, chosen with the advice of the department coordinator.

Note: Students planning to go on to graduate school are urged to take an additional course from the experimental psychology series above.

Related Courses

Choose one course (4 credits):


Note: Credit is given for MET MA 113 or MET MA 213, but not both. Students planning to go on to graduate school are urged to enroll in MET MA 213 Basic Statistics and Probability and MET MA 214 Applied Statistics.

Electives

Electives are chosen with the advice of an academic counselor. The number of electives varies depending on transfer credit.

View all Psychology undergraduate courses.

Tuition & Financial Assistance

Competitive Tuition

Our part-time rates are substantially lower than those of the traditional, full-time residential programs yet provide access to the same high-quality BU education.

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Comprehensive Financial Assistance

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BU MET’s bachelor’s degree completion programs allow students to quickly complete their degree at an affordable part-time tuition rate, enrolling in two to three courses (8–12 credits) each semester. Eligible graduates from any public Massachusetts community college receive a 50 percent tuition reduction.

Total program cost is dependent on the quantity of transferrable credits and number of courses taken each semester. For a cost estimate based on your academic background, please connect with an admissions advisor.

This chart shows the variable costs dependent on the volume of incoming transfer credit:

Incoming
Transfer Credits**
68–80
(17–20 courses)
36–64
(9–16 courses)
24–32
(6–8 courses)
Remaining BU Credits
for Degree Completion
48–60
(12⁠–⁠15 courses)
64–92
(16⁠–⁠23 courses)
96–104
(24⁠–⁠28 courses)
Time to Degree 4–7 semesters
(16⁠–⁠28 months)***
6–11 semesters
(24⁠–⁠44 months)***
8–14 semesters
(32⁠–⁠66 months)***
Tuition per Credit* $535 $535 $535
Fees per Semester* $60 $60 $60
Total Degree Cost* $25,920⁠–⁠
$32,520
$34,600⁠–⁠
$49,880
$51,840⁠–⁠
$56,480

*Based on 2023–2024 Boston University tuition & fee rates. Some courses may require a $200 undergraduate lab fee (for non-computer science courses).
**To determine your transferrable undergraduate credits, schedule an appointment with Assistant Director of Admissions Kevin Ahearn.
***Program completion time is dependent upon transfer credits and pace of enrollment (two or three courses per semester).

Please note that enrollment in four or more courses in a semester requires students to pay the full-time (per semester) tuition rate.

Questions? Please contact us to hear from an Admissions Advisor who can help you determine the best enrollment pathway. For information regarding financial aid, visit the Boston University Financial Assistance website. We also encourage you to review the scholarship opportunities for BU MET undergraduate students.

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