Online Psychology Programs

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Make a Real Difference as a Psychology Expert

Prepare for a broad range of meaningful career paths in counseling, academia and beyond when you earn an online psychology degree from Delaware State University. Develop the expertise needed to achieve your highest potential with a close-knit learning community that values your lived experience.

For more than 135 years, we have upheld a proud HBCU legacy that prioritizes holistic development. With us, you’ll gain more than a degree — you’ll grow socially, personally and professionally.

What makes DSU Online degrees different?

  • Ranked No. 2 among Best Online HBCUs by Forbes1
  • Recognized as a leading research university by Carnegie Classifications2
  • Ranked as a Top Performer on Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report3

Explore DSU Online’s Career-Connected Psychology Programs

Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for doctoral study, we offer undergraduate and graduate online programs that fit your goals.

  • Modality: Online
  • Credit Hours: 120
  • Duration: 4 Years

Explore how biological, social and cultural factors influence human behavior with a purposeful focus on diversity, culture and social context.

  • Modality: Online
  • Credit Hours: 60
  • Duration: 2 – 3 Years

Prepare for professional practice with career-ready curriculum that provides the knowledge needed to sit for the National Counselor Examination (NCE).

  • Modality: Online
  • Credit Hours: 59
  • Duration: 2 – 3 Years

Learn cutting-edge neuropsychology concepts and defend a thesis in your focus area with a program that prepares you for research careers and doctoral study.

100% Online Coursework Designed for Busy Professionals Like You

Study on your schedule with flexible online courses that are academically rigorous, culturally grounded and led by highly knowledgeable, caring faculty. Our instructors go above and beyond to connect with their students by providing one-on-one attention and research opportunities related to their own scholarly work.

Stand Out With a Powerful Degree From a Nationally Recognized HBCU2

Equipped with a DSU Online degree in psychology, you will be one step closer to making a positive impact as a researcher, scholar or practitioner. Previous DSU graduates have pursued roles in community-oriented fields such as social work, family counseling, crisis intervention and substance abuse help.

Explore Fulfilling Careers in Psychology and Related Fields

Counseling Psychologist $106,600 per year4

Mental Health Counselor $59,190 per year5

Marriage and Family Therapist $63,780 per year6

Clinical Case Manager $117,960 per year7

About DSU Online

For over 135 years, Delaware State University has empowered students like you to lead in their careers and communities. As an HBCU, we honor our heritage and champion your potential through transformative learning experiences that open doors for you and generations to come. You will learn from skilled educators and researchers who share your perspective and commit to your growth, enabling you to create positive change anywhere you are.

In Our Online Programs, You’ll Feel Right at Home

We understand that learning on campus isn’t for everyone. That’s why DSU Online brings our welcoming community to you, offering convenience and connections in a flexible format. You’ll receive individualized attention from our faculty and support staff, helping you stay on track to graduation. The bottom line? We see you, we believe in you and we’re invested in your success.

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Sources

  1. Forbes. “Best HBCUs With Online Degrees of 2026.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://www.forbes.com/.
  2. U.S. Department of Education. “2025 HBCU Carnegie Classifications.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://sites.ed.gov/.
  3. U.S. News & World Report. “Delaware State University Rankings.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://www.usnews.com/.
  4. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Clinical and Counseling Psychologists.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  5. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  6. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Marriage and Family Therapists.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  7. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Retrieved January 26, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.