Earn Your Degree in Psychology on-campus in La Grande, Oregon or Online at Eastern Oregon University.
Have you always been fascinated by why people think, feel, and behave the way they do? Eastern Oregon University’s undergraduate program in Psychology is crafted to turn your curiosity into a powerful, career-ready professional asset. Housed within a supportive liberal arts environment, EOU’s psychology degree does more than teach theories – it equips you with the analytical tools, scientific writing proficiency, and ethical research experience sought after in today’s helping professions and scientific communities.
Turn Your Curiosity Into a Career
Whether you aspire to enter graduate school to become a licensed counselor, step directly into human and social services, or apply behavioral science to organizational leadership, EOU provides the individualized faculty mentorship and flexible delivery formats to help you succeed on your own terms.
- Scientist-Practitioner Integration: Benefit from a curriculum that balances experimental rigor with practical community applications, helping you stand out in competitive job markets.
- Individualized Mentorship: Work closely with PhD-degreed educators who guide you through research design, internship placements, and graduate school planning.
- Frictionless Transfer Policy: Maximize your prior coursework. EOU’s generous transfer policy allows you to bring in up to 135 transfer credits toward your degree.
- Total Credits: 180 Quarter Credits
- Average Completion Time: 4 Years (Transfer pathways available)
- Format: On-Campus or 100% Online
Core competencies
Master the ability to formulate empirical questions, design ethical human research studies, and carry out structured scientific projects from the ground up.
Develop the ability to understand, evaluate, and employ complex research models, datasets, and statistics to solve real-world problems.
Acquire a deep understanding of the core branches of psychology, including cognitive learning, lifespan development, sensation and perception, motivated behaviors, and abnormal psychology.
Hone specialized skills in technical scientific writing, learning to construct clear, APA-style research reports suitable for academic and professional environments.
Build confidence and clarity by preparing and delivering professional-level research presentations for academic symposia, regional conferences, or executive roundtables.
Learn to translate empirical data into compassionate human interactions, preparing to improve minds, address personal struggles, and support diverse communities successfully.
LEARNING OPTIONS & DELIVERY MODALITIES
In-Person (La Grande)
The Mountaineer Experience
Experience an engaging, student-centered campus community in the beautiful Grande Ronde Valley. Perfect for students seeking traditional classroom debates and face-to-face peer groups.
Highlights: • Small class sizes with personalized instructor feedback.• Direct access to campus libraries, research labs, and regional networks.• Participate in EOU’s on-campus clubs and quarterly speaker events.
Online
Uncompromising Flexibility
Highlights: • No on-campus requirements — study where and when it’s best for you.• Identical curriculum, assignments, and credentialing as on-campus programs.• Full access to EOU’s online advising, library resources, and tutoring centers.
Maximize Your Prior Credits
Turn your previous college coursework or Associate degree into a powerful, career-accelerating bachelor’s degree at EOU.
Highlights: • Flexible transfer policy — EOU accepts up to 135 credits from other institutions. • Seamlessly integrate previous credits. • Personalized advisor support to build a fast-track completion plan. • Accelerate your timeline to save money and enter the job market sooner.
Learn from Active Researchers and Practitioners
At EOU, our psychology faculty are active researchers, practitioners, and dedicated advocates for your personal and professional growth. We believe that learning is a collaborative journey, which is why we maintain small classes that facilitate direct dialogue, personalized feedback, and summer research collaborations.
If you are a remote online learner, you will receive specialized support from our dedicated advisor to ensure your academic schedule is perfectly aligned with your family and employment commitments.
Dr. DeAnna Timmermann
Professor of Psychology & Lead Advisor for the Online Psychology Program
dtimmerm@eou.edu | 541-962-3679
Can prepare you for…
Online Master of Social Work
Online Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Ready to unlock the secrets of the human mind and build a career dedicated to helping others?
EOU’s Psychology faculty and advisors are here to guide you from enrollment to graduation.
