Psychology and Psychology Transfer Pathway

  • Starting Cost:$14,314*
  • Apply By:August 20, 2026
  • Classes Start:August 24, 2026
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The Psychology Transfer Pathway is a solid educational foundation that can lead to a variety of careers that work with people studying the human mind and behavior. The benefits of understanding how people see and process the world around them can improve experiences in a wide variety of careers.

Students learn:

  • Introduction to psychology
  • Group communication
  • Developmental and abnormal psychology
  • Unique psychology for aging populations, women and children
  • Experiential and scientific lab methods.

Some graduates go directly into the workforce, but most will transfer to a
partner Minnesota State university to earn a related bachelor’s degree to pursue
more advanced careers in social work, counseling, psychology, etc.

* Tuition/fees and additional costs are approximate and based on 2025-26 school year.

Program Delivery

  • Fully online
  • No set meeting time; students attend lectures and access class materials according to their schedules
  • Fall and spring start

Program Cost*

Tuition/Fees

  • AA Transfer Pathway – $14,314

Additional Costs

  • Book costs vary

Program Highlights

The Psychology Transfer Pathway AA is designed for a student to attend a partnered Minnesota State university:

  • Bemidji State University
  • Metropolitan State University
  • Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Minnesota State University, Moorhead
  • Southwest Minnesota State University
  • St. Cloud State University
  • Winona State University

Careers & Jobs

  • Social Worker
  • Psychologist
  • Researcher
  • Counselor

Faculty

Lisa Dusek

Lisa Dusek

Psychology Instructor

Angie Hatlestad

Angie Hatlestad

Human Services/Psychology Instructor

Eileen Dummer

Eileen Dummer

Psychology Instructor

Josh Wheatman

Josh Wheatman

Psychology Instructor

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