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I'm thinking of studying Psychology in the States (I'm from Europe) but my "fund" will only get me about halfwah through a Bachelor's degree. I'm sure I can scrape together some money to finish my degree, but going for Master's I see no other option than working on the side. And since I'm not allowed to work in the States the only option I have is reading on distance or taking an online course. What do you guys and gals think, any experience? Online courses/programs don't inspire munch confidence in me tbh, seem not so serious.. but then I think why not? It is the age of internet after all. Unless some of you have other solutions to my problem, not involving scolarships and such bc I can't rely on something I don't even know if I'm gonna get once I'm there. Thanks

I guess I'm looking for people's personal experiences so I can get a picture of what it can be like. Some may say it's hard others may say it's piece of cake, but that's kind of abstract and doesn't really say much. So any input on what the tests, examinations, schedule, classes, deadlines etc. look like is helpful...no detail irrelevant. Just a concrete/cold facts take on the everyday life of studying psychology. Cool you're from Portland. Will definitely be getting back to you once I step out of the abstract a little.

Hello, I am not sure if I found the right place to answer some of my questions but here we go. I'm thinking of going back to school. Never studied on university level before so I'm a little nervous and not sure if I'm cut out for it. I really want to work within the field of psychology, more precisely counseling (individuals,couples,families) as far as I know... this might however change after I acquainted myself better with other areas of psychology. Anyway I need to calm my nerves some so I'm very curious about the practical aspect of studying psychology (bach>masters) on university level. What's the curriculum look like, deadlines, how are the tests and presentations designed (written, oral, reports?) and generally how hard are the courses? I know the latter is subjective and altough I appreciate any input, I'm mostly interested in the practical aspect and what it's like. Literally no detail irrelevant or too small. If it's of any relevance I'm planning on attending an university in Oregon, probably Portland. Btw I don't live in the States and I'm not american, I'm thinking of taking the route via community college as international student and then transferring to an university. Thanks