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Transfer majors 
Earn your Associate in Arts degree and transfer to a four-year institution to major in psychology. You’ll take core classes along with courses in practical psychology, adult psychology, theories of personality, biological basis of behavior, abnormal psychology and more.
Harper College is a great place to study psychology. Classes are taught by knowledgeable instructors who are highly skilled in the psychology field. Get additional experience by participating in the Psychology Club and more than 60 other student organizations.
This program offers you a convenient and affordable way to begin your college education by earning the first two years of your bachelor’s degree at Harper. Academic advisors will help you choose courses that meet the specific requirements of the four-year college or university you plan to attend.
This sample transfer planning guide meets the requirements of the Associate in Arts degree and follows the Illinois Articulation Initiative psychology baccalaureate major recommendations. Students choosing to follow this sample plan need to choose the major of Associate in Arts if needing financial aid. Transfer institution requirements may vary - students should check individual college/university requirements before completing the sample plan as outlined. Baccalaureate admission may be competitive. Completion of these courses alone does not guarantee admission.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| FYS 101 | First Year Seminar | 3 |
| Humanities and Fine Arts 1 | 3 | |
| MTH 165 | Elementary Statistics | 4 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology+ | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science 3 | 3 | |
| SPE 101 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| PSY 230 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| Humanities and Fine Arts 1 | 3 | |
| SOC 215 | Introduction to Social Psychology | 3 |
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective 4 | 3 | |
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 3 | |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 4 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| Humanities and Fine Arts 1 | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science 3 | 3 | |
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective 5 | 3 | |
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 3 | |
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 62 | |
Select at least one course from Humanities and one from Fine Arts. Interdisciplinary courses may count in either category. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
This course meets the World Culture and Diversity graduation requirement.
Select one Physical and one Life Science course. At least one must include a lab. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category. One course from Humanities and Fine Arts or from Social and Behavioral Sciences must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement for the Associate in Arts degree.
PSY 230 or PSY 245 is recommended depending on interest. Consult with the transfer school to see which course will be accepted. Courses from outside of Psychology should be taken to complete the remaining Social and Behavioral Science requirements
Select from PSY 228, PSY 216, PSY 217, or PSY 218. Consult with the transfer school to see which course will be accepted based on your area of study.
For more information about studying psychology at Harper, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.