Best Psychology Colleges in Wisconsin

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We have created a 2021 ranking of the best colleges in Wisconsin that offer Psychology degrees to help you find a school that fits your needs. Each school's ranking is based on the compilation of our data from reliable government sources, student surveys, college graduate interviews, and editorial review. In addition, you can view our entire list of all 32 Psychology schools located within Wisconsin. We also provide reviews, facts, and questions and answers for schools on our site and offer you access to get valuable information from colleges and universities today.

Best Psychology Colleges in Wisconsin for 2021

Rank School Name Location Description   Rating
1 University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI
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University of Wisconsin-Madison offers 4 Psychology Degree programs. It's a large public university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 356 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 328 Bachelor's degrees, 19 Master's degrees, and 9 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 96 Reviews
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2 Marquette University Milwaukee, WI

Marquette University offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a large private university in a large city. In 2015, 131 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 131 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 20 Reviews
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3 University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a large public university in a small city. In 2015, 213 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 213 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 8 Reviews
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4 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee offers 4 Psychology Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large city. In 2015, 264 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 239 Bachelor's degrees, 16 Master's degrees, and 9 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 40 Reviews
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5 Carroll University Waukesha, WI

Carroll University offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a medium sized private university in a small city. In 2015, 77 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 77 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 4 Reviews
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6 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a large public university in a far away town. In 2015, 122 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 122 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 40 Reviews
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7 University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 125 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 125 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 8 Reviews
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8 University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a small city. In 2015, 142 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 142 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 16 Reviews
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9 University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point offers 2 Psychology Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a far away town. In 2015, 116 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 116 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 20 Reviews
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10 University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh offers 3 Psychology Degree programs. It's a large public university in a small city. In 2015, 99 students graduated in the study area of Psychology with students earning 94 Bachelor's degrees, and 5 Master's degrees.

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School Logo School Name Average tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI
3/5 		12 : 1 42,716
Marquette University Marquette University Milwaukee, WI
5/5 		15 : 1 11,491
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI
3/5 		20 : 1 10,490
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI
3/5 		22 : 1 26,726
Carroll University Carroll University Waukesha, WI
5/5 		17 : 1 3,508
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI
2/5 		25 : 1 12,360
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI
2/5 		32 : 1 6,784
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI
3/5 		23 : 1 10,592
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI
2/5 		24 : 1 9,265
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI
2/5 		29 : 1 14,051
Edgewood College Edgewood College Madison, WI
5/5 		13 : 1 2,678
Carthage College Carthage College Kenosha, WI
5/5 		14 : 1 2,978
Saint Norbert College Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI
5/5 		15 : 1 2,180
Concordia University-Wisconsin Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI
5/5 		20 : 1 8,268
University of Wisconsin-River Falls University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI
2/5 		23 : 1 5,949
University of Wisconsin-Stout University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI
3/5 		25 : 1 9,554
Lakeland College Lakeland College Plymouth, WI
5/5 		28 : 1 3,671
Viterbo University Viterbo University La Crosse, WI
5/5 		15 : 1 2,756
Marian University Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI
5/5 		15 : 1 2,099
University of Wisconsin-Parkside University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI
2/5 		25 : 1 4,412
University of Wisconsin-Platteville University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI
2/5 		26 : 1 8,945
Ripon College Ripon College Ripon, WI
5/5 		12 : 1 794
Alverno College Alverno College Milwaukee, WI
5/5 		16 : 1 2,209
Cardinal Stritch University Cardinal Stritch University Milwaukee, WI
5/5 		14 : 1 3,176
Wisconsin Lutheran College Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI
5/5 		18 : 1 1,188

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  • Fielding University
    Program Descriptions
    • Evidence Based Coaching Certificate (Online + Face-to-Face)
    • PhD in Human Development (Online + Face-to-Face)
    • Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Psychology
    • PhD in Organizational Development and Change (Online + Face-to-Face)
    Evidence Based Coaching Certificate (Online + Face-to-Face)
    Fielding’s Evidence Based Coaching (EBC) certificate will set you apart in the coaching profession. Within the past decade, the coaching profession has grown rapidly in businesses, schools, and organizations. This multidisciplinary coach certification program gives students a distinct professional advantage in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Fielding provides complete training requirements of the International Coach Federation (ICF). Fielding’s blended learning environment allows students to balance their studies with the demands of work, family, and community commitments. The academic credit earned with this certificate articulates to several degree programs at Fielding. Eligibility Requirements: A bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a US college or university accredited by an accrediting agency or one recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or an equivalent international degree.
    PhD in Human Development (Online + Face-to-Face)
    The PhD in Human Development is focused on individual adult growth in personal, organizational, and cultural settings. In this multi-disciplinary program, students obtain skills to lead change in today’s complex local, national, and global organizations. In our blended learning environment, students can remain in their community while learning, and co-design their curriculum to optimize their goals. Students can customize their work to fit their interests by choosing from several doctoral concentrations. Eligibility Requirements: No GRE required. A bachelor’s degree from a US college or university accredited by an accrediting agency or one recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education, or an equivalent international degree.
    Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Psychology
    The online Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Psychology program prepares you to be a competitive applicant to clinical psychology PhD programs, and a successful doctoral student. You will work closely with faculty for our APA accredited clinical psychology PhD program to master the knowledge and skills needed to enter and succeed in a clinical psychology doctoral program. Fielding’s learning environment allows students to balance their studies with the demands of work, family, and community commitments. Eligibility Requirements: A bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from a US college or university accredited by an accrediting agency or one recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or an equivalent international degree.
    PhD in Organizational Development and Change (Online + Face-to-Face)
    Program Description: Fielding’s PhD in Organizational Development and Change is a multidisciplinary program exploring planned and unplanned change in human systems and the role of leadership in fostering dynamic and sustainable organizations and communities. In Fielding’s distributed learning environment, students can remain in their community while learning, and co-design their curriculum to optimize their goals. Students can customize their work to fit their interests by choosing from several doctoral concentrations. Eligibility Requirements: No GRE required. A bachelor’s degree from a US college or university accredited by an accrediting agency or one recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education, or an equivalent international degree.
  • Abilene Christian University
    Program Descriptions
    • Doctor of Education in Organizatonal Leadership - Conflict Resolution Track
    • Doctor of Education in Organizatonal Leadership - Higher Education Track
    • Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership - Digital Learning Track
    • Master of Marriage and Family Therapy - specialization in Medical Family Therapy
    • Master of Marriage and Family Therapy
    • Master of Science in Conflict Resolution
    • Master of Science in Organizational Development
    • Certificate in Medical Family Therapy
    • Certificate in Conflict Resolution
    Doctor of Education in Organizatonal Leadership - Conflict Resolution Track
    ACU’s online Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership prepares students for a wide range of leadership positions in a variety of settings. Students may choose from specializations in higher education, k-12 education, or conflict resolution. Graduates will be equipped to effectively manage organizational resources, build effective communication structures and execute organizational assessments. The mission of the Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership is to prepare professionals in a variety of contexts for leadership roles. A distinguishing feature is a focus on the vocation of leadership in complex organizational cultures to develop effective practice. Specifically, students in the program will be equipped to: - Lead with purpose based upon vocation rooted in Christian principles; - Effectively develop organizational resources; - Build effective communication structures and collaborative relationships; - Apply organizational assessment and evaluation strategies; and - Demonstrate healthy leadership practices to influence organizational culture. Upon completing the program, graduates will know not only how to lead, but to lead with purpose based upon the foundation of Christian vocation.
    Doctor of Education in Organizatonal Leadership - Higher Education Track
    ACU’s online Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership prepares students for a wide range of leadership positions in a variety of settings. Students may choose from specializations in higher education, k-12 education, or conflict resolution. Graduates will be equipped to effectively manage organizational resources, build effective communication structures and execute organizational assessments. The mission of the Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership is to prepare professionals in a variety of contexts for leadership roles. A distinguishing feature is a focus on the vocation of leadership in complex organizational cultures to develop effective practice. Specifically, students in the program will be equipped to: - Lead with purpose based upon vocation rooted in Christian principles; - Effectively develop organizational resources; - Build effective communication structures and collaborative relationships; - Apply organizational assessment and evaluation strategies; and - Demonstrate healthy leadership practices to influence organizational culture. Upon completing the program, graduates will know not only how to lead, but to lead with purpose based upon the foundation of Christian vocation.
    Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership - Digital Learning Track
    ACU’s online Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership prepares students for a wide range of leadership positions in a variety of settings. Students may choose from specializations in higher education, k-12 education, or conflict resolution. Graduates will be equipped to effectively manage organizational resources, build effective communication structures and execute organizational assessments. The mission of the Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership is to prepare professionals in a variety of contexts for leadership roles. A distinguishing feature is a focus on the vocation of leadership in complex organizational cultures to develop effective practice. Specifically, students in the program will be equipped to: - Lead with purpose based upon vocation rooted in Christian principles; - Effectively develop organizational resources; - Build effective communication structures and collaborative relationships; - Apply organizational assessment and evaluation strategies; and - Demonstrate healthy leadership practices to influence organizational culture. Upon completing the program, graduates will know not only how to lead, but to lead with purpose based upon the foundation of Christian vocation.
    Master of Marriage and Family Therapy - specialization in Medical Family Therapy
    ACU’s online Master of Marriage and Family therapy is a 60-credit program that combines relevant courses in marriage and family therapy, psychology, sociology and theology to provide professional clinical training for students seeking mental health licensure. Students pursuing an emphasis in Medical Family Therapy will receive advanced training designed to equip them to expand their practice into medical settings.
    Master of Marriage and Family Therapy
    ACU’s online Master of Marriage and Family therapy is a 60-credit program that combines relevant courses in marriage and family therapy, psychology, sociology and theology to provide professional clinical training for students seeking mental health licensure.
    Master of Science in Conflict Resolution
    This program teachs students how to analyze, address, mediate and manage conflict effectively and professionally. The programs can help provide in-depth preparation if you are seeking a career in dispute resolution or find yourself with peacemaking or conflict management opportunities in your chosen career.
    Master of Science in Organizational Development
    Master of Science in Organizational Development is a dynamic and highly adaptable degree program designed to enhance the practice of organizational leadership and human resource management, allowing you to differentiate yourself and grow in your career. It does so by incorporating relevant fields of study, such as communication, conflict resolution, psychology, and business and management sciences. This 36-hour program is ideal for working professionals in a broad range of industries and at various levels of management who want to position themselves as leaders, facilitate positive change and achieve extraordinary results within their respective organizations. Designed to be completed in as few as two years, the program is thoughtfully constructed to provide an advanced degree curriculum covering a wide variety of compelling course topics, such as organizational behavior, change management, human resource management, training and development, social change and persuasion, effective negotiation, and mediation and conflict management.
    Certificate in Medical Family Therapy
    Marriage and Family Therapy at Abilene Christian University combines a systems/relational understanding of people's lives with theory, clinical training, and the integration of faith and learning.
    Certificate in Conflict Resolution
    The programs can help provide in-depth preparation if you are seeking a career in dispute resolution or find yourself with peacemaking or conflict management opportunities in your chosen career.
  • Brenau University
    Program Descriptions
    • Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies
    • Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
    • Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies Online
    • Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership Online
    • Master of science in Organizational Leadership Online
    Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies
    The A.A. degree in liberal studies consists of liberal education requirements and elective/concentration courses.
    Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
    Brenau University offers a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) that is designed for individuals from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds who desire to positively influence the human dynamics within organizations. It is designed for students who want to focus on building leadership skills across all types of organizations, rather than just in one specific discipline.
    Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies Online
    The A.A. degree in liberal studies consists of liberal education requirements and elective/concentration courses. The elective/concentration courses should be chosen from courses that will be applied toward the student’s future bachelor’s degree major or from an academic field that interests the student. Students may not transfer into the A.A. program with more than 45 semester hours of credit. Students must Earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 Satisfy a 15-hour residency requirement with Brenau. Experiential, challenge and CLEP credit do not count toward the residency requirement. Accumulate a minimum of 60 hours of academic credit (63 hours if the student took three hours of developmental coursework or 66 hours with six hours of developmental coursework). Students and advisers can track cumulative hours by reviewing the student’s transcript via CampusWEB.
    Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership Online
    This degree program is designed to provide motivational, communication and management skills to graduates in order to help them engage people in a collaborative work environment. Highlights: • Experience the flexibility of taking courses online, on ground, or both simultaneously • Most classes run for just seven (7) weeks • Choose a schedule that includes one or more classes per session • Most classes are from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., just one night a week
    Master of science in Organizational Leadership Online
    Brenau University offers a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) that is designed for individuals from a variety of academic and professional backgrounds who desire to positively influence the human dynamics within organizations. It is designed for students who want to focus on building leadership skills across all types of organizations, rather than just in one specific discipline.
  • Colorado State University-Global Campus
    Program Descriptions
    • BS - Applied Social Sciences
    • BS - Communication
    • BS - Human Services
    BS - Applied Social Sciences
    The Bachelor of Science in Applied Social Sciences program is a degree completion program that investigates the human experience and examines how structures, relationships, and ideas of the social world relate to human behavior. This degree prepares graduates for a wide variety of careers, and emphasizes critical thinking, interpersonal awareness, and team-building skills. Students build practical knowledge and skills in written and interpersonal communication, analytical reasoning, and decision making. Students develop the ability to think critically through the examination of the principles and practices that underpin various social science disciplines as they relate to historic and contemporary social phenomenon. Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to integrate and apply social, historic, psychological, political, and economic perspectives within their profession.
    BS - Communication
    The Bachelor of Science in Communication program supplies students with the knowledge required to successfully fill organizational communication positions. Capabilities will include ethical and critical thinking skills necessary for today’s global society, mass media, and changing technology trends. The coursework covers oral and written communication, mass communication, new media, public relations, strategic communication, technical writing, and the leadership and management skills needed to successfully contribute to and within an organization. The program is designed for those interested in leadership or management positions, and for those who desire to excel in positions responsible for internal organizational communication efforts and external communication efforts.
    BS - Human Services
    The Bachelor of Science in Human Services provides students with an understanding of programs designed to meet community and social welfare needs among varied populations. Students gain the practical knowledge necessary for assisting others in individual, family, group, organization, and community settings. Advanced topics include human development, intervention methods, case management, and human services administration.

Additional Psychology Degree Facts for Wisconsin Schools

Wisconsin Schools offering online Psychology degrees

Online Psychology degrees are available at a variety of different schools with as many as 14 degrees earned at the most popular school. Read more below about all schools that have offered online Psychology degrees. If you are interested learning more about getting a degree online, check out our page dedicated to online degree information.

Certificate
Associate's
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctoral
School Name Certificate Associate's Bachelor's Master's Doctoral
Lakeland College 0 0 14 0 0
Ottawa University-Milwaukee 0 0 7 0 0
How many Wisconsin schools offer online Psychology degrees?
  • 2 Bachelor's

What Psychology degree programs were earned in Wisconsin?

Degree Level Program Length Colleges Graduates
Bachelor's 4-year Length 32 Colleges 2,155 Graduates
Doctoral 1-2 year Length 2 Colleges 18 Graduates
Master's 1+ years Length 4 Colleges 52 Graduates
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