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Earn your BA in Psychology and MS in Counseling through 天涯海角社区鈥檚 accelerated dual-degree program 鈥� a fully online, faith-integrated pathway designed for working adults seeking to become licensed professional counselors.
天涯海角社区鈥檚 fully online Dual-Level Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is a 169-credit, biblically centered program that intentionally integrates Scripture and theology into every psychology and counseling course.听
*天涯海角社区 Ranks #2 in Glanzer鈥檚 Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities. At 天涯海角社区, we work hard to ensure that everything we do inside and outside the classroom aligns with our commitment to Christian education, clearly articulated in our University mission statement.
Earn both degrees in just 5-6 years (instead of 7+), with master鈥檚-level courses beginning in the junior year and continued undergraduate aid eligibility.
Scripture and theology are woven throughout every course, with dedicated theological integration and a focus on Christ as the ultimate source of relational and psychological restoration.
Multiple supervised counseling labs, simulations, and internships build practical skills alongside professional licensure preparation.
Asynchronous 7-week courses ideal for working adults, paired with personalized mentorship from licensed Christian faculty.
天涯海角社区鈥檚 Dual-Level BA in Psychology + MS in Counseling is a fully online, faith-integrated accelerated program that allows you to earn both a biblically grounded bachelor鈥檚 and a professional counseling master鈥檚 in approximately six years for a total of 169 credits.
Delivered in a flexible, asynchronous 7-week format with no set login times, the degree is designed for working adults and ministry-minded students, offering personalized mentorship from licensed, experienced Christian faculty, practical skill development for mental health and human services careers, and preparation for graduate studies鈥攁ll at an affordable tuition rate with financial aid options.听
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Graduates of this accelerated, Bible-integrated program will be equipped to:
All 天涯海角社区 students must have professed faith in Jesus Christ as Savior, as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University鈥檚 doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in the Foundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements:
天涯海角社区 strives to keep tuition costs affordable despite providing a rigorous education. Courses are taught by Cairn faculty and not TAs. Cairn Online programs rank amongst the听most affordable听online bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 programs.听
The tuition rate for the 2026鈥�2027 academic year is a flat $4,900 block rate per semester for 12鈥�18 credits. This equates to $272 per credit based on a full 18-credit load.
Additional details on fees and part-time status are available on this page.听
天涯海角社区 also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Tuition discounts are also available for those working in Christian schools.听Please contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with 天涯海角社区.听
Additional information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available from听this page.听
天涯海角社区 is regionally accredited by听听(MSCHE).
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天涯海角社区 is regionally accredited by听听(MSCHE).
天涯海角社区 participates in the听.
Additional Accreditation Information is available from听this page.听
鈥淭he biblical integration found in every course shapes our worldview and trains both our minds and hearts to prepare for a life of service.鈥�
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Our program is intentionally grounded in God鈥檚 Word. Courses are thoughtfully designed by Cairn faculty to promote deep learning and active engagement through instructor-led instruction, research-driven activities, active learning, and meaningful interactions with peers and faculty.听At Cairn, the students鈥� education and experience is designed to shape听Christian character, cultivate wisdom, and prepare them to think, live, and serve biblically in an ever-changing world.
All courses, except the research courses, are structured in seven units and delivered in accelerated 7-week terms.
Each unit contains 5鈥�7 modular activities, including:
Faculty also schedule a few optional Zoom sessions throughout the term to connect with students and address questions.
Faculty are actively involved throughout the week鈥攇uiding learning activities, leading asynchronous discussions, grading work, and delivering personalized feedback. Online students also receive priority technical support and have access to valuable resources from the Masland Library and the Writing Lab.
The course transfer depends on where you are transferring from, and what program you are transferring to. If you are coming to Cairn Online from another institution, it is very likely you will have some credits that will transfer. Because there are so many options, we encourage you to talk to an enrollment counselor. If you are transferring out, Cairn is a regionally听accredited听school and some credits should transfer with relative ease. Each college sets their own transfer criteria, so be sure to check their policies for specifics.
Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer to听this page听for details.听
Interested in our online Dual-Level BA in Psychology + MS in Counseling program?听 Complete this form to connect with an admissions advisor for personalized guidance on schedules, costs, and application steps. We鈥檙e here to help you take the next step!
