100%
Online Option^
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Understand People. Solve Problems.
Make a Difference.
Why do people behave the way they do? How do relationships, environments, organizations, and communities influence our decisions? And how can a better understanding of human behavior help us solve real-world problems?
The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science at Athens State University explores the complex factors that shape how people think, feel, interact, and make decisions. By combining perspectives from psychology, sociology, and related social sciences, the program gives you a broad understanding of human behavior while developing valuable skills in communication, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving.
Whether you’re interested in working with people, organizations, communities, or social services—or you’re preparing for graduate study—the Behavioral Science degree provides a versatile foundation for what’s next.
Program Overview
Human behavior is complex. Understanding it requires more than looking at people from a single perspective.
The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of human behavior, helping you understand individuals and groups within their social, cultural, and environmental contexts. You’ll explore how people develop, interact, communicate, make decisions, and respond to the world around them. Along the way, you’ll develop the ability to analyze behavior, evaluate evidence, communicate effectively, and apply what you learn to real-world situations. The result is a degree that can prepare you for a wide range of people-centered careers—and provide a strong academic foundation for graduate education.
What You’ll Learn
The Behavioral Science program helps you develop both subject-matter knowledge and highly transferable professional skills.
You’ll learn to:
- Analyze individual and group behavior.
- Understand the social and environmental factors that influence behavior.
- Apply concepts from psychology and the social sciences to real-world situations.
- Evaluate research and evidence.
- Conduct and interpret behavioral and social research.
- Identify patterns and relationships in human behavior.
- Communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
- Think critically about complex social and behavioral issues.
- Approach problems from multiple perspectives.
- Apply ethical principles when working with people and communities.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
A degree in Behavioral Science can prepare you for careers where understanding people is essential. Your combination of knowledge about human behavior and transferable skills in communication, research, analysis, and problem-solving can be valuable across many industries.
Explore your career pathways with the Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$52k
Social Service Manager Estimated Entry Salary
$76k
Social Service Manager Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State is committed to making a high-quality bachelor’s degree accessible and affordable.
As a degree-completion, transfer-only university designed with working adults in mind, Athens State provides flexible pathways for students completing a bachelor’s degree while balancing work and other responsibilities.
Explore admission requirements, transfer pathways, tuition rates, scholarships, and financial aid to discover how you can complete your degree at Athens State.
Why Choose This Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Behavioral Science bachelor’s degree is offered through flexible course formats, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your bachelor’s degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone — our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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^This program can be completed fully online by choosing certain courses.
*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.