UPI Study Colleges University of the People Psychology of Personality
University of the People Transfer Credit · Psychology 300

PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality at UoPeople.

Earn this University of the People equivalency through UPI Study's Psychology of Personality — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Psychology of Personality — transfers as PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality at University of the People
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Psychology of Personality
Psychology 300 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of the People recognizes as
PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: PSYC 2202
WASC accredited since 2025 · Transcript sent directly to University of the People
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UoPeople
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of psychology of personality, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of foundational concepts, theories, and research methods in personality psychology
  • Analyze and evaluate various perspectives on personality development, including psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic approaches
  • Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, such as case studies and personality assessments, to assess personality traits and dynamics
  • Critically evaluate the impact of cultural, environmental, and biological factors on personality formation and expression
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to personality psychology Personality research & assessment methods Psychoanalytic theories (Freud) Adler, Jung & psychodynamic theory Neo-analytic & ego approaches to identity Biological aspects of personality Psychodynamic theories & theorists Behavioral & learning aspects of personality Cognitive & existential theories Humanistic theories & theorists Trait aspects of personality Cultural & environmental influences Personality disorders overview Case study application & assessment
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to University of the People's registrar. UoPeople applies the equivalency: PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality.

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Assessment fees saved at UoPeople
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

UoPeople is tuition-free, but charges a $120 per-course assessment fee for undergraduate courses. Savings = transferred credits × $40 (the per-credit equivalent of UoPeople's $120 assessment fee for a 3-credit course). UoPeople credit awards subject to their evaluation policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Psychology of Personality → UoPeople.

📚 About Psychology of Personality
What is Psychology of Personality?
Psychology of Personality is a college-level course that explores the key theories, research methods, and practical applications in personality psychology. It is Psychology 300 — a standard lower-division course worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to analyze human behavior, apply key theoretical frameworks (psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic), evaluate research findings, and think critically about cultural and biological influences on personality — skills valued in counseling, education, research, and social services.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across hundreds of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, an assignment, and a final exam. Your grade is weighted as follows: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam. A score of 70 or above is required to pass.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by various cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality at UoPeople
Does University of the People accept Psychology of Personality as a direct equivalent to their PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People, UPI Study's Psychology of Personality is recognized as a direct named equivalent of UoPeople's PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Psychology of Personality as transferring as PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your UoPeople transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality at UoPeople or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality, UoPeople typically applies UPI Study's Psychology of Personality as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your UoPeople advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality directly at UoPeople?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your UoPeople degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while UoPeople's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without UoPeople enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at UoPeople to reduce overall program time.
Does University of the People ever change which courses they accept as PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People explicitly lists Psychology of Personality → PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to UoPeople
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UoPeople degree?
University of the People accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 67 UPI Study courses are recognized by UoPeople under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UoPeople.
Do I need to enroll at UoPeople first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UoPeople enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UoPeople when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UoPeople?
Once you complete Psychology of Personality, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of the People. UoPeople's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Psychology of Personality for your UoPeople credit.

What is Psychology of Personality?

Psychology of Personality looks at how and why people differ in their patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. It introduces major theories of personality, from Freud and other psychodynamic thinkers to behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, and biological approaches, along with the research methods used to study personality.

How the course teaches you

Psychology of Personality is a 3-credit course with 20% quizzes, 30% assignment work, and a 50% final exam. The course covers major theories of personality and the research methods used to study it, so when you complete it and send your transcript to University of the People, it can be evaluated as PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality, a named course equivalency.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course helps you understand how personality is shaped by psychological, cultural, environmental, and biological factors, which can be useful in work settings and in everyday interactions. At University of the People, the transfer can support progress in programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, where PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality may fit into your degree plan.

Skills you walk away with

Explain major theories of personality developmentCompare psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic perspectivesInterpret basic personality assessment methodsApply personality theory to case studiesEvaluate cultural, environmental, and biological influences on personalityAnalyze personality traits and dynamics in practical situations

Taking this course toward UoPeople

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent to University of the People for evaluation. UoPeople's team reviews the transcript and applies the named equivalency PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality when it matches their catalog, which makes the credit easier to place in your degree plan. Because UoPeople allows up to 90 transfer credits, this course can be part of a larger transfer strategy for an Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science. University of the People is an active transfer partner of UPI Study, and it charges a small per-course assessment fee rather than tuition.

Who this course is for

This course is a good choice if you want a clear transfer path to University of the People and need a course that is recognized there as PSYC 2202 – Psychology of Personality. It can also work well for students who are planning around UoPeople's 90-credit transfer limit and want to use approved coursework efficiently. It is not the best fit if you are looking for a course with no exam, since the grade includes a final exam that counts for 50%.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UoPeople.

University of the People is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free, WASC-accredited online university. Its team evaluates your transcript for you, and you only pay a small per-course assessment fee — no tuition.

What UoPeople offers UPI students
Tuition-free degree programs
Only $17 per course transferred
Free transcript evaluation
WASC-accredited since 2025
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an associate or bachelor's
$17
Per-course transfer fee (no tuition)
📋 UoPeople's official transfer page → WASC accredited since 2025

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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