Overview

The Behavioral Sciences BA program from University of Michigan - Dearborn encourages specific vocational tracks shaped to the student’s career goals. Faculty members in Behavioral Sciences are available to advise the student on careers and appropriate course selection.

These disciplinary perspectives offer different but complementary views of people. In order to understand, predict, or influence human behavior, we need some comprehension of how humans develop, the problems they confront, the organization or structure in which they function, and how and why these go away.

The faculty for the interdisciplinary degree program in Behavioral Sciences is composed of all the faculty members in the Department of Behavioral Sciences, which includes professors from the fields of Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology.

Key facts:

Develop a knowledge base of human behavior

Be able to view and understand human behavior from multiple perspectives.

Be able to use the language of the disciplines that comprise the major.

Develop critical thinking skills

Use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and, when possible, the scientific approach to solve problems related to human behavior, from the three perspectives of psychology, study of the individual; sociology, study of groups; anthropology, study of culture.

Foster integrative thinking across the three disciplines of psychology, sociology, and anthropology

Think holistically and comparatively to understand human behavior from multiple perspectives.

Apply research methods and skills to problems in the study of human behavior

Understand and apply basic research methods and communication, writing, and research skills.

Understand research design, data analysis, and interpretation in psychology, sociology, and anthropology.

Value cultural and economic diversity

Recognize, understand, and respect the complexity of socio-cultural, economic, and international diversity as well as variation across space and time.

Personal Development

Adhere to ethical standards of practice.

Develop insight into own and others’ behavior.

Apply effective strategies for self-management and self-improvement.

Application

Understand and apply the principles of psychology, sociology, and anthropology to social and organizational issues.

Emerge from the major with realistic ideas about how to implement the knowledge, skills, and values of the study of the behavioral sciences in occupational pursuits.

Strengthen interpersonal helping and communication skills such as attending, listening, empathizing, and supporting.

Get more details

Visit programme website

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Doing Anthropology

Abnormal Psychology

Nutrition and Health

Human Body, Growth & Health

Gender and Globalization

Poverty and Inequality

Check out the full curriculum

Visit programme website

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National and International September: April 1 (recommended)

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

Free IELTS Mock Tests!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dearborn, United States

Disciplines

Psychology Cognitive Science View 1667 other Bachelors in Psychology in United States

Explore more key information

Visit programme website

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

Free IELTS Mock Tests!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!

Other requirements

General requirements

Cumulative high school grade point averages of 3.0 or above are guaranteed admission
Applicants with cumulative grade point averages below a 3.0 will be considered based on the quality of academic preparation:
- Number and types of college preparatory courses
- Positive trend of grades
Submission of SAT or ACT scores are optional for the incoming class of 2025
Upon review of a submitted application, letters of recommendation or essays may be requested
Non-Native Speakers may have additional requirements

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Michigan - Dearborn and/or in United States, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Make sure you meet all requirements

Visit programme website

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

16248 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16248 USD per year during 48 months.
National

16248 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16248 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7620 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7620 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Dearborn

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Visit programme website

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Behavioral Sciences.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Key facts:

Get more details

Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

Explore more key information

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Dearborn

Funding

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners