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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Concentration in Addiction Prevention Specialist/Community Psychology

University of the Incarnate Word

USA,Texas

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 36,450/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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USA, Texas

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1881

Total Students: 7,305 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

4301 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209, USA

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Concentration in Addiction Prevention Specialist/Community Psychology

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) at the University of the Incarnate Word prepares students for advanced training and future careers as psychologists and other behavioral scientists.

Why Psychology?
Reasoning, research, data management, communication, critical thinking, analysis – these are a few of the skills a psychology major will learn through their degree program. Additionally, students gain an understanding of the many influences on behavior and development – all of which give students insight into how people, animals, and systems work. Such a skillset supports careers in a wide variety of industries and further study in psychology, medicine and health professions, law and education. UIW Psychology includes courses in service learning and internship relationships with more than 40 organizations, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and helping prepare them professionally.

Addiction Prevention Specialist/Community Psychology
The concentration in Addiction Prevention and Community Psychology offers deep study into the biopsychosocial influences on addiction and both environmental interventions and treatment. Class options include courses in systemic influences on drug use, prevention and other interventions, internship in a rehabilitation program, and a course in human development and course in Advanced Statistics or Psychometrics (measuring behavior and mental processes).

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

24 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Not Available
aug 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Not Available

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 36,450 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of the Incarnate Word

CAD 14,300 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 520.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School.

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Freshmen Academic Scholarship Transfer Academic Scholarship	Freshmen Academic Scholarship Criteria: First-time freshmen; awarded based on high school GPA. Note: Automatically considered at admission; renewable with 3.0 GPA. Transfer Academic Scholarship Criteria: First undergraduate degree; 24+ credit hours from accredited university; based on GPA. Note: Automatically considered at admission; renewable with 3.0 GPA. LINK: https://www.uiw.edu/admissions/internationaladmissions/scholarships.html	Freshmen Academic Scholarship Amount: $7,000 – $20,000/year Transfer Academic Scholarship Amount: $13,000 – $18,000/year NO SCHOLARSHIP FOR PG.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.