Lowest In-State Tuition for a Bachelor’s
$10,670 in annual undergraduate tuition and required fees for state residents (2024–25), the lowest among the 3 bachelor’s programs shown here.
Delaware · Psychology Rankings · 2027 
Best Psychology Programs in Delaware for 2027
Delaware has three ranked psychology bachelor’s programs, and each one wins something different. Wilmington University turns out 98 degrees to Delaware State University’s 47, Delaware State has the lowest resident tuition at $10,670, and Goldey-Beacom College has the best whole-school graduation rate, 57%. Delaware State also lists an associate degree. Wilmington and Goldey-Beacom are private, and Delaware State is public.
By Taylor Rupe, Editor
Psychology Bachelor’s Degree Programs in Delaware
3 schools in Delaware awarded psychology bachelor’s degrees in 2023–24, scored against 1,212 bachelor’s programs nationwide.
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Wilmington University
Psychology BS
50.6 Comparison ScoreWilmington's psychology BS has a trauma-informed slant, with Introduction to Trauma-Informed Approaches in the 42-credit core alongside Research Methods, Psychopathology, Biological Basis of Behavior and an internship option. You can finish with general electives or pick one of three concentrations: Children and Families, Mental Health and Wellness, or Prevention Science. It's offered in person at the New Castle and Dover locations or completely online, and students who arrive with an associate degree from a partner college follow a shorter completion sequence. An accelerated route leads into the M.S. in Applied Family Science, and electives can build a Dual-Credit Certificate.
- Concentrations
- Children and Families (9 credits), Mental Health and Wellness (12) and Prevention Science (12).
- Psychology Core
- 42 credits including Research Methods, Psychopathology, Social Psychology and Trauma-Informed Approaches.
- Delivery
- In person at New Castle and Dover with day and evening classes, or 100% online.
- Internship
- PSY 490 Internship in Behavioral Science is strongly encouraged as an elective.
Program Sources: Bachelor's Degree in Psychology | WilmUB.S. in Psychology Courses, Online or In-Person
- Bachelor’s Degrees Awarded
- 98 Psychology, 2023–24
- School Six-Year Graduation Rate
- 22% 201 first-time, full-time students
- Median Graduate Earnings
- $50,669 Psychology bachelor’s graduates, College Scorecard
- In-State Tuition + Fees
- $12,630 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
- Out-of-State Tuition + Fees
- $12,630 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
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Delaware State University
Psychology BS
50.1 Comparison ScoreEvery psychology major at Delaware State completes a senior research project, and many also help on faculty research or volunteer at counseling centers and mental health clinics. Partnership agreements with the social work and nursing departments widen the practical options. As an HBCU, the department builds in a multicultural lens, looking at how gender, race, culture and language intersect with psychology. Graduates head into community work such as family counseling and substance abuse or crisis intervention, or into research and graduate school. The program is also available fully online, which helps if you're working or finishing after an associate degree.
- Senior Project
- All psychology degree students conduct a senior research project.
- Hands-On Settings
- Faculty research projects, counseling centers, mental health clinics and social work practices.
- Delivery
- Available on campus in Dover or fully online.
- Related Departments
- Partnership agreements with social work and nursing for applied experience and observation.
Program Sources: Psychology, BS | Wesley College of Health & Behavioral Sciences at Delaware State
- Bachelor’s Degrees Awarded
- 47 Psychology, 2023–24
- School Six-Year Graduation Rate
- 39% 1,005 first-time, full-time students
- Median Graduate Earnings
- $49,132 Psychology bachelor’s graduates, College Scorecard
- In-State Tuition + Fees
- $10,670 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
- Out-of-State Tuition + Fees
- $20,634 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
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Goldey-Beacom College
Psychology BA
43.0 Comparison ScoreTwo statistics courses, Applied Statistics and Advanced Statistics, plus Social Science Research and Experimental Psychology make this 120-credit BA lean toward data more than you might expect from a small college. The psychology courses include Developmental, Social, Abnormal and Personality Theory, Tests and Measurements, Counseling Theories and Techniques, and a Senior Seminar. Social science requirements bring in criminal justice and human services, and 30 credits of open electives leave room for a minor or internship. Graduates who stay can move into Goldey-Beacom's Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, which covers the coursework for professional counselor licensure exams, and are offered generous scholarships to do so.
- Statistics and Research
- Applied Statistics, Advanced Statistics, Social Science Research and Experimental Psychology.
- Psychology Courses
- Developmental, Social, Abnormal, Personality Theory, Tests and Measurements, Counseling Theories and Techniques.
- Capstone
- PSY 492 Senior Seminar in Psychology.
- Graduate Link
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at the same college, with scholarship offered to bachelor's completers.
Program Sources: Psychology - Goldey-Beacom College
- Bachelor’s Degrees Awarded
- 15 Psychology, 2023–24
- School Six-Year Graduation Rate
- 57% 129 first-time, full-time students
- Median Graduate Earnings
- $51,665 Psychology bachelor’s graduates, College Scorecard
- In-State Tuition + Fees
- $14,940 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
- Out-of-State Tuition + Fees
- $14,940 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
Psychology Associate Degrees in Delaware
1 college in Delaware awarded psychology associate degrees in 2023–24. Ask how the courses transfer before you plan a bachelor’s degree.
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Delaware State University
Psychology AS
23.5 Comparison ScoreThe AS lines up with the opening two years of Delaware State's own psychology BS, so finishing it and being accepted into the bachelor's program carries you straight into the junior-level courses. It runs four semesters and covers developmental, social, workplace and personality psychology along with research methods and statistical analysis. You can mix in-person classes on the 16-week calendar with online courses in eight-week sessions, including summer. Graduates with just the associate degree look at roles such as social services assistant, psychiatric technician or teacher's aide. It's a sensible way to test psychology before committing to a bachelor's plan.
- Bachelor's Link
- Aligns with the first two years of DSU's Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
- Delivery Mix
- In-person 16-week semesters or online 8-week sessions, with a mix allowed.
- Skills Covered
- Developmental, social, workplace and personality psychology, plus research methods and statistics.
- Associate-Level Jobs
- Social services assistant, psychiatric technician, market research analyst and teacher's aide.
Program Sources: Psychology, AS | Wesley College of Health & Behavioral Sciences at Delaware State
- Associate Degrees Awarded
- 1 Psychology, 2023–24
- School Graduation Rate
- 39% 1,005 first-time, full-time students
- In-State Tuition + Fees
- $10,670 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
- Out-of-State Tuition + Fees
- $20,634 Undergraduate, schoolwide, 2024–25
Psychology Programs in Delaware at a Glance
- Ranked Schools
- 3 1 public, 2 private
- Bachelor’s Programs
- 3 160 degrees in 2023–24
- Associate Programs
- 1 1 degrees in 2023–24
- Lowest In-State Tuition
- $10,670 Bachelor’s list, schoolwide, 2024–25
How We Rank Psychology Programs in Delaware
Each program gets the same comparison score it earns in our national psychology model, calculated against the nationwide group that meets the numeric and directory criteria. We then order Delaware’s eligible programs by that score within each degree level. We feature up to 10 programs, taking the next highest-ranked program from each degree-level list in turn. Scores are compared only within the same degree level. Bachelor’s lists weigh graduation rate (20%), published tuition (20%), graduate earnings (20%), program reputation (25%), and degrees awarded (15%). Associate lists weigh graduation rate (30%), published tuition (25%), program reputation (25%), and degrees awarded (20%). See the full ranking method.
Best Psychology Schools in Delaware by Goal
These picks compare only the programs featured in the lists above.
Most Psychology Bachelor’s Graduates
98 psychology bachelor’s degrees awarded in 2023–24, the most of any school on this list.
Highest Schoolwide Graduation Rate
57% of first-time, full-time students at the school finished a bachelor’s within six years. This is a schoolwide rate, not a psychology-only rate.
Top-Scoring Public University
The highest-scoring public school on the bachelor’s list (No. 2 overall), with a comparison score of 50.1.
Lower-Cost Two-Year Start
$10,670 in annual in-state tuition and required fees (2024–25). Confirm how credits transfer before you enroll.
Delaware Psychology: First-Ranked School Awards the Most Degrees
Wilmington University scores 50.6 and awarded 98 psychology bachelor’s degrees in 2023–24, more than the other two schools combined. Delaware State University awarded 47 and scores 50.1, nearly level with Wilmington University. Goldey-Beacom College scores 43.0 and has the highest schoolwide graduation rate on the list, 57%. It is also the smallest of the three by output, with 15 psychology bachelor’s degrees awarded. Graduation rates here count all first-time, full-time students at each school, not psychology majors alone, and Wilmington University’s is 22%.
Cost splits along public and private lines. Delaware State, the only public option, charges state residents $10,670 in schoolwide tuition and required fees for 2024–25 but $20,634 to out-of-state students. The two private colleges charge everyone one rate: $12,630 at Wilmington University and $14,940 at Goldey-Beacom. For a non-resident, Wilmington University is the lowest listed figure. The wage table’s Delaware median of $113,050 for clinical and counseling psychologists describes people working in that occupation, not new bachelor’s graduates, and a bachelor’s degree is not a license to practice.
Psychology Licensure in Delaware
The Board of Examiners of Psychologists licenses psychologists in Delaware. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology does not by itself qualify you to practice as a psychologist.
Licensed Psychologist
- Degree
- Doctoral degree in psychology from a regionally accredited institution, based on a program accredited by APA, CPA, or PCSAS, or a Board-approved equivalent
- Exam
- EPPP (Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, ASPPB)
- Supervised Experience
- Predoctoral internship per Board rules, plus at least 1,500 hours of postdoctoral supervised experience completed in not less than 1 and not more than 3 calendar years
- Practice
- Independent
Source: Psychologist Licensure by Examination, Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
Licensed Psychology Associate
- Degree
- Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university, based on a program accredited by APA, CPA, or PCSAS, or a Board-approved equivalent
- Exam
- EPPP
- Supervised Experience
- Internship per Board rules, plus at least 2 years of post-master’s supervised professional experience in psychological work
- Practice
- Independent practice at the master’s level within training. May not do comprehensive doctoral-level testing, neuropsychological or forensic evaluations, medical or health capacity evaluations, final-determination personality or projective assessments, child custody or parental fitness evaluations, or public safety employment evaluations. May not use the title psychologist.
Master’s-Level Psychological Assistant (Registration)
- Degree
- Master’s degree in psychology from an APA, CPA, or PCSAS accredited program, or a Board-approved equivalent
- Exam
- None stated in statute
- Supervised Experience
- None required before registration. The registrant works under supervision while completing further requirements for licensure set by Board rules.
- Practice
- Must practice under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or licensed psychology associate. The registrant may perform only the functions listed in the supervisor’s statement.
SS 1 for SB 208, signed June 24, 2026, created the licensed psychology associate and master’s-level psychological assistant credentials. Per the bill synopsis, it takes effect at the earlier of 12 months after enactment or the Board publishing notice that final regulations have been adopted. Delaware is a PSYPACT state.
Requirements summarized from the board’s official pages. Confirm the current rules with the board before you choose a graduate program.
Psychologist Salaries in Delaware
These are BLS median annual wages for Delaware and the United States from the May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey. A median is the midpoint among workers in the occupation, from new hires to senior staff, so it is not a starting salary for a new graduate. The 10th–90th percentile range shows what the middle 80% of workers earn in the state.
| Occupation | Delaware Median | Delaware 10th–90th Percentile | U.S. Median | Delaware Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychologist Pay in Delaware BLS: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $113,050 | $66,150–$147,930 | $100,580 | 280 |
| Psychologist Wages in Delaware BLS: School Psychologists | $95,990 | $68,270–$124,830 | $95,990 | 280 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Wage data does not enter the program scores.
Psychology Programs in Delaware: Common Questions
How Many Schools in Delaware Appear in These Psychology Rankings?
3 schools in Delaware appear in the lists shown here (3 bachelor’s, 1 associate programs). A school can appear at more than one degree level. The degree counts come from federal IPEDS completions for 2023–24.
Which Psychology Bachelor’s Program in Delaware Has the Lowest Tuition?
Delaware State University lists $10,670 in annual undergraduate tuition and required fees for state residents in 2024–25, the lowest among the bachelor’s programs shown here. That is a schoolwide figure before aid, so check the program’s own costs and any fees for fieldwork or labs.
Can I Start a Psychology Degree at the Associate Level in Delaware?
Delaware State University in Dover has the only associate program on this list. It awarded 1 psychology associate degree in 2023–24 and scores 23.5. Schoolwide in-state tuition and required fees were $10,670 for 2024–25. The same school ranks second for the bachelor’s, but confirm how credits transfer before enrolling.
Which Ranked Psychology Bachelor’s Program Has the Lowest Resident Tuition in Delaware?
Delaware State University in Dover has the lowest resident tuition and required fees among the ranked psychology bachelor’s programs: $10,670 for 2024–25. The nonresident figure is $20,634. Those are schoolwide undergraduate charges. Compare your aid offer and housing costs before deciding which school fits your budget.
Sources
- IPEDS C2024_A completions: first-major degrees awarded by field and level, 2023–24.
- IPEDS COST1_2024: tuition and required fees, 2024–25.
- IPEDS DRVGR2024: schoolwide graduation rates.
- Carnegie 2025 Research Activity Designations.
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 state estimates.
- Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
- SocialSciences.org ranking methodology.
