Bachelor's In Developmental Psychology Online Degree Learn Skills to help Others with Physical, Mental and Emotional Needs

120
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Help Children Reach Developmental Milestones with Liberty University’s Online Psychology Program
You are passionate about protecting and guiding children. You love exploring the complexities of the human mind. You want to help children overcome developmental challenges and thrive. If that sounds like you, then conferring Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology – Developmental Psychology can help you prepare for a career that involves serving and advocating for children.
We have created our child psychology bachelor’s degree with your success in mind. This program can help provide the tools you need to meet children’s physical, mental, and emotional needs. You could go on to work in a school, hospital, government agency, or private practice.
Child psychology is a broad field that encompasses many roles, settings, and responsibilities. Understanding how to apply current research and biblical standards to a career in child psychology can help you lead with excellence in your field. With Liberty University’s psychology degree, you can learn how to help meet the needs of children in your community.







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What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty University’s Online Psychology Degree?
As far as online colleges for child psychology degrees go, we believe Liberty University stands out. Our goal is to serve you as a student and a professional, and we’ve used our experience as pioneers in distance learning to design a program that meets your needs.
Our developmental psychology degree is offered 100% online, allowing you to complete your courses wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for you. The best part? You can stay invested in your family, job, and community while working toward your academic goals!
Whether you are currently serving in the field of psychology, looking to start a new career, or planning to pursue a graduate degree, our program can help you achieve your goals. Our professors have real-world experience in child development and psychology and are dedicated to helping you become an ethical, value-driven professional.
At Liberty, we strive to Train Champions for Christ. Our child psychology courses online can help you integrate biblical standards with industry best practices as you work to protect, nurture, and serve children. Partner with us and prepare to make a difference in the lives of those around you.
What Will You Study in Our Online Developmental Psychology Courses?
Take core courses that provide a firm foundation in general psychology topics, including social psychology, behavioral modification, abnormal psychology, and statistics. In this program, you’ll learn about the physiological and biological factors that underlie human thought and behavior. With this knowledge, you can prepare to help children thrive in terms of physical and mental health.
Explore the leading theories of childhood development and human brain function. Our developmental psychology online courses examine the connection between theology and psychology. You’ll also learn about the stages of development in human thought, memory, and cognition.
Learn how to address behavioral, psychological, and sociological problems rooted in children’s early developmental years. Liberty’s online child psychology degree can help equip you to bring hope and transformation to a child’s life. From birth to middle childhood to adolescence, you’ll take an in-depth look at what influences children’s thinking and behavior. You’ll also have the option to take courses that explore other stages of the human life span.
Examine where mental health disorders come from and how they affect children in particular. This degree could help you work in a variety of settings, including youth ministries, family services, social work, education, or law enforcement. Partner with us and prepare to help children of all ages discover healing, recovery, and hope.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Case manager
- Child advocate
- Community service manager
- Social work assistant
- Victim advocate
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Degree Information
- Our children’s psychology degree falls under the School of Behavioral Sciences.
- View the Undergraduate Behavioral Sciences Course Guides (login required).
- Liberty’s BS in Developmental Psychology is a non-licensure program.
- You can gain real-world experience by completing a capstone or a 125-hour internship (if you would like to gain additional experience, you may complete up to 250 hours).
Degree Completion Plan

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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Liberty University’s Bachelor’s in Psychology Online Program
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Transcript Policies
High School Transcript Policy
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
- Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Military Transfers
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Admissions Office Contact Information
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Lynchburg, VA 24515

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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a degree in child psychology?
At Liberty, you can complete your child psychology degree with a total of 120 credit hours. With 8-week courses, it is recommended to take 13 to 15 credit hours per semester. Students who follow the DCP are typically able to finish in 8 semesters.
What is the role of a developmental psychologist?
Developmental psychologists study how humans grow and change physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively throughout different stages of life. By collecting and analyzing empirical data, they can help people overcome mental health problems and learning disabilities, as well as cope with difficult life situations.
Developmental psychologists play an especially vital role in the growth of young children and adolescents. With early guidance and intervention, children can gain the tools they need to grow and flourish in a healthy environment.
How do I know I am getting a quality education online?
- Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
- Liberty University has worked closely with the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) to offer certificates of completion for many of our psychology courses. For a complete list, contact one of our admissions counselors today!
What resources will I have as an online student?
- You can access a wealth of resources through our top-notch research portal while completing your child psychology degree online.
- Liberty University has a Psi Chi Honor Society chapter. Learn more about membership opportunities.
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