Social & Psychological Sciences

The Department of Social & Psychological Sciences offers a full range of programs in the fields of Psychology, Sociology, History, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Each of its programs addresses from a unique disciplinary or interdisciplinary perspective the prevailing structures shaping human behavior on the individual and the collective level. Its curriculum spans important issues pertaining to race and gender relations, social power and social resistance, mental health and wellness, and technology and society.

Department Chair: Dr. Robert Johnson

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Why Choose National University?

We’re proud to be a Veteran-founded, San Diego-based nonprofit. Since 1971, our mission has been to provide accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners. Today, we educate students from across the U.S. and around the globe, with over 240,000 alumni worldwide.

Four-Week Courses

Focus on one subject at a time — one month at a time — and finish your degree faster.

75+ Degree Programs

Choose from associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, plus credentials and certificates.

On Campus or Online

Study when and where it’s convenient for you with evening, weekend, and 100% online classes.

Year-Round Enrollment

Apply or transfer any time. Classes start monthly, and applications are accepted year round.

20+ Locations

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As a Yellow Ribbon school, we offer tuition discounts to servicemembers and dependents.