Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Business Track

The St. Peter’s University 11-month Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Business Track is the ideal undergraduate pathway for pursuing a graduate degree and career in business. By incorporating 36 seminary credits, this degree can be completed in just one year and the student will be well prepared to apply for a graduate program in business.

This BA in Psychology is enhanced with foundational business concepts, giving students an early introduction to the business field, as well as a deep understanding of individuals and society. Students begin their business journey at the undergraduate level enjoying access to outstanding professors and a significant savings of time and expense.

We are proud to partner with St. Peter’s University, a highly ranked university founded in 1872 that offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 2,600 undergraduate and 800 graduate students. US News and World Report ranked St. Peter’s among the Top 100 “Best Regional Universities in the North,” and Money Magazine ranked St. Peter’s and the “Most Transformative School” in the state of New Jersey.

St. Peter’s University is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

The Teacher Preparation Program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). For additional information about their accreditation, please see here. Undergraduate degrees earned at SPU are accepted by graduate programs nationwide.

This program offers a sampling of business courses, establishing a basic foundation in business and finance. During the course of the program, students will enjoy specialized workshops led by business professionals who will introduce them to the field and offer helpful guidance and tips.

The degree, a BA in Psychology, is extremely versatile and can be used to apply for a wide range of graduate degrees. Students have successfully used this degree to gain entry into graduate programs in Education and Special Education, Social Work, Law, Business Administration, Play Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, and more.

Assuming you don’t have a clear preference for another field, this is an ideal program to help a student determine her ideal graduate pathway and whether business is right for her. Through the course of the program, students are exposed to business professionals and have the opportunity to observe and speak with them and learn more about the profession. This enables students to make a clear-headed decision when the time comes for application to graduate school.

This degree can be completed in as few as three semesters (11 months).

• High School Transcript (minimum 3.0 GPA)

• A 3-credit Psychology prerequisite is required for acceptance into the program, which must be completed prior to the start of the semester. Your coordinator will notify you about how to earn these credits at your interview (if applicable).

SPU prides itself on offering superior education along with outstanding student support in a culturally sensitive environment. They are very understanding of the unique requirements and religious sensitivities of the students recruited by Sara Schenirer and have worked diligently to accommodate our requests to ensure an environment suitable for Bais Yaakov graduates.

For students and parents alike, the world of college and degrees can be confusing, costly, and difficult to navigate. We pride ourselves on the high-quality educational partners we feature, all of whom offer an accredited degree, uncompromised environment, and first-rate faculty. Most of all, we provide exceptional warmth and support to every single SPU student at Sara Schenirer. We work diligently to offer personal guidance to each student and help ensure their success and timely graduation.