Designed to align with UMA’s Associate of Arts in Psychology program, this Early College pathway introduces high school students to the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Students explore how people think, learn, develop, and interact while building critical thinking, communication, and research skills that are valuable across a wide range of careers. The pathway curriculum includes foundational psychology courses alongside highly transferable general education requirements, making it an excellent exploratory option for any Early College student interested in psychology, social sciences, healthcare, education, or other people-centered fields, regardless of when they begin their Early College journey.
Early College Directed Credits
| Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSY 100: Intro to Psychology | 3 |
| ENG 101: College Writing | 3 |
| MAT 115: Elementary Statistics I | 3 |
| Choose One: COM 101: Public Speaking COM 102: Interpersonal Communications | 3 |
| Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| PSY 308: Human Development | 3 |
($) = This pathway has class(es) with course-specific fees not covered by the Aspirations Tuition Waiver. Visit UMA’s Tuition and Fees webpage for current fee(s)
Related Majors and Certificates:
- Associate of Arts in Psychology
- Minor in Psychology
Related Careers:
- Mental Health aide or technician
- Psychology support roles
- Community support positions
- Daycare and early childhood education settings
- People-centered jobs in healthcare, education, HR, and social services.