B.A Psychology

Students who want to pursue a BA in Psychology course will have to get admission to a college that offers the degree. The BA Psychology admission procedure requires students to submit some documents along with their online application fees. Some documents that are commonly asked for during the BA Psychology admission procedure are:

• Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)

• Class X, XII Marksheet

• Transfer/Migration Certificate

• Character Certificate

• Entrance Exam Score Card

• Passport-size Photos

• Documents related to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD, etc. (if applicable)

There are many benefits to studying a BA Psychology course. Some of these benefits have been listed below:

• A BA in Psychology will help the students develop a research-oriented, analytical, and critical mindset. It will help them acquire empathy and understand human behavior.

• There is a big demand and a huge job market for psychology graduates in hospitals, schools, organizations, and government agencies. Their grasp on behavior and mind patterns can help in making the work systems more efficient and the organizations more progressive.

There are various reasons why students should choose to pursue BA Psychology courses. Some of these reasons have been mentioned below:

• Psychology is a young Science with a vast scope in research and experimentation. Students may find a career in psychological research fascinating and satisfying, as it will help them grow in their personal lives as well as in their careers.

• A career as a psychologist or therapist can be very fulfilling for someone who wants to help people grow and live their best life.

BA in Psychology courses are undergraduate degrees that can be pursued by students after completing their high school education (10+2) and securing at least a 45% aggregate score. BA Psychology course duration is 3 years. Recently, after the NEP of 2020, students can also pursue 3+1, 4-year BA Psychology courses, including 1 year of research. However, it is not mandatory to pursue research work for a year.

BA Psychology, or Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, is a 3-year undergraduate course that is offered by many colleges and universities in India. The basic eligibility for pursuing this course is a 10+2 qualification. The student should have qualified senior secondary with a minimum of at least 45% marks. Students don't need to study Psychology at the school level, but most colleges require students to have studied English as a core subject.

International students can apply using the 'Common Application' or the 'Coalition Application' by Scoir for Harvard University admissions 2026 to study the BA course. Applicants must pay a non-refundable Harvard University application fee of USD 85 or INR 7,309.96 (USD 1 = INR 86.00). The below infographic includes Harvard application process for BA admission:

Applicants who wish to study BA in Psychology at Harvard must complete a high school degree from a recognised institute. They must submit an online application by the deadline to get into the university. Mentioned below are the general entry requirements for Harvard University BA admission:

• Must hold a high school degree equivalent to a US
• Upload academic transcripts
• Submit English language proficiency test score
• Provide a statement of purpose
• Final School Report and Transcripts
• Submission of standardized test scores