Experience You Can Count On
Preparing clinical psychologists and mental health practitioners since 1979
Practical Training Built In
Every program includes early and extensive hands-on training opportunities to maximize your learning
A Leader In the Field
Awards the most U.S. doctoral degrees (7.75%) in the fields of clinical, counseling, and applied psychology*
Psychology
At The Chicago School, our psychology programs are built on a practitioner-scholar model, aimed at becoming the top choice for those entering mental health professions. Our faculty, active in their fields, provide practical, relevant training across a broad spectrum of professional psychology disciplines. Explore our programs to discover the range of specialties we offer.
Explore the Psychology Areas of Study
Applied Clinical Psychology
Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology
The Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology program trains individuals to become informed and critical practitioners, emphasizing rigorous coursework and diverse real-world experiences. It challenges students to reflect on their professional practice's art, craft, and scientific basis, and is noted for its strong training in culturally competent service.
Total credit hours:
- Required Core: 60 credit hours
- Electives: 6 credit hours
Program offered:
- Anaheim
- Los Angeles
Applied Psychology
M.A. Applied Psychology
Broaden your psychology knowledge and apply it to real-world situations. Stand out by completing an Applied Research Project that showcases scholarly theory and practice in one of seven concentration areas.
Total credit hours: 30
Program offered: Online
Clinical Psychology
Clinical psychology is the branch of psychology concerned with the assessment, case conceptualization, and treatment of mental illness and disability.
Psy.D. Clinical Psychology - Chicago
For more than four decades, the Chicago Campus has been developing psychologists who are ethical, culturally aware, and skilled. Students engage in rigorous coursework led by faculty deeply involved in both practice and research. The campus also offers a range of elective courses tailored to students' interests, such as neuropsychology, international psychology, and human rights.
Total credit hours: 66
Program offered: Chicago
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology – Los Angeles
Train for a top-tier role as a clinical psychologist, mastering clinical assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with experienced faculty. The Los Angeles Campus specializes in Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology, Clinical Health Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology.
Total credit hours: 106
Program offered: Los Angeles
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology - Dallas
Guided by expert faculty, the Dallas Campus's Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program, one of only two in Texas, focuses on Behavioral Medicine & Health Psychology and Clinical Pediatric Psychology.
Total credit hours: 106
Program offered: Dallas, TX
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology - Anaheim
Master clinical practice skills, including observation, assessment, intervention, and evaluation, to serve diverse clients exceptionally. The Anaheim Campus specializes in Child & Adolescent Psychology and Forensic Psychology.
Total credit hours:Â 98
Program offered: Anaheim, CA
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Psy.D. Clinical Psychology - Washington, D.C.
Excel both in and out of the classroom by integrating theory and training into your research and practice while guided by expert faculty. The Washington, D.C., Campus offers a concentration in Forensic Psychology.
Total credit hours:Â 104
Program offered: Washington, D.C.
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Clinical Psychopharmacology
The Chicago School's modern clinical psychopharmacology training, rooted in more than 50 years of developments in antipsychotics, lithium, antidepressants, and anxiolytics, focuses on the interaction between treatments, biology, and human behavior. The program aims to equip the next generation of psychologists with prescriptive authority to meet patients' mental health needs effectively.
M.S. Clinical Psychopharmacology
Apply psychological principles and techniques to legal contexts, equipping you with the skills for assessment, treatment, or consultancy in clinical challenges related to criminal and civil cases.
Credit hours:
- M.S. Clinical Psychopharmacology Coursework Only Track: 31 credit hours
- M.S. Clinical Psychopharmacology Illinois Prescriptive Authority Preparation Track: 67 credit hours
Program offered: fully online
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M.A. Psychopharmacology
The online M.A. Psychopharmacology program is designed to provide general knowledge of psychopharmacology, specifically for practitioners and leaders who are not psychologists or doctoral psychology students.
Total credit hours: 31
Program offered: fully online
Counseling Psychology
M.A. Counseling Psychology
This counseling program prepares you with the skills needed for diagnosing, treating, and consulting across various clinical groups. It emphasizes applying scientific and theoretical knowledge to address diverse mental health issues effectively.
Credit hours: 60
Program offered: Chicago, IL
Educational Psychology and Technology
Ed.D. Educational Psychology and Technology
Become skilled in the dynamic field of learning technology, mastering critical evaluation of instruction, addressing educational challenges, and implementing technology-enhanced learning strategies to improve outcomes.
Credit hours: 60
Program offered: Fully online
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Forensic Psychology
The Chicago School's Forensic Psychology programs prepare graduates for work in psychology and law, across both clinical and non-clinical settings, including police and public safety, courts, public policy, and victim advocacy.
M.A. Applied Forensic Psychology
Explore topics like trauma, risk assessment, psychopathology, and culturally responsive care—applying your knowledge in nonclinical settings and through an Applied Research Project that informs policy or practice.
Credit hours: 30 or 36 with optional concentration
Program offered:
- Online
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M.A. Forensic Psychology: Professional Counselor Licensure
Receive training in critical diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills to manage a range of emotional and psychological conditions, equipping them for diverse forensic roles and populations.
Credit hours: 60
Program offered:
- Anaheim
- Chicago
- Los Angeles
- Online
- Washington, D.C.
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Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology
Apply psychological principles and techniques to legal contexts, equipping you with the skills for assessment, treatment, or consultancy in clinical challenges related to criminal and civil cases.
Total credit hours: 105
Program offered:
- Anaheim
- Los Angeles
General Psychology
B.A. Psychology
Standard Path (120 credits)
Explore the wide field of psychology and develop a strong foundation in theoretical frameworks while deepening your ability to apply psychological knowledge and conduct research. While mastering these applications, you can maintain your career outside of the classroom.
Standard Path Minors:
- Health Science
- Addiction Studies
- Applied Behavior Analysis
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Focused Path (90 credits)
The B.A. Psychology: Focused Path is an accelerated pathway for motivated students who want to save time and money while earning their degrees without sacrificing rigorous training or academic excellence. By removing minors and limiting elective requirements, the Focused Path provides the same high-quality education in a more streamlined, cost-effective, and timely manner.
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Time to Completion:
- Three years full time (90 credits)
- Four years full time (120 credits)
- Eight years part time (120 credits)
Locations:
- Online (Standard Path, Focused Path)
- Chicago (Standard Path)
International Psychology
Graduates from our International Psychology program are ready for leadership roles in global organizations, equipped with skills for research, policy development, and cross-cultural collaboration. Students are trained to understand the impact of global events and to enhance the effectiveness of international programs.
M.A. International Psychology
Elevate your influence worldwide with the M.A. International Psychology online program. This comprehensive curriculum equips you to apply psychological theories across diverse cultures, supporting individuals and groups in international settings.
Credit hours:Â 36
Time to completion: 2 years full-time
Program offered: Online
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Ph.D. International Psychology
Impact a diverse, interconnected world by mastering psychological principles with a global perspective. Gain practical training for leadership roles across various sectors and organizations.
Total credit hours: 36
Program offered: Online
School Psychology
School psychology prepares practitioners to support children and adolescents with learning disabilities or psychological challenges, helping them reach their full academic, social, and emotional potential.
Ed.S. School Psychology
This NASP-accredited program equips you with the skills to support students, teachers, administrators, and parents in overcoming obstacles to personal development, including family disruptions, mental health challenges, disabilities, limited instructional exposure, and academic difficulties.
Credit hours: 68
Time to completion:
- 3 years on-ground modality
- 4 years blended modality
Program offered: Chicago
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Psy.D. School Psychology
The Psy.D. in School Psychology is a 94-credit applied doctoral program designed to prepare students for licensure as both School Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists in Illinois. This program builds upon our NASP-approved Ed.S. curriculum, incorporating additional coursework, internship experiences, and dissertation requirements to equip graduates for clinical practice at the doctoral level.
Credit hours:Â 94
Time to completion:
- 5 years post-baccalaureate
- 6 years blended modality
Program offered: Chicago
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Psy.D. School Psychology: Post Specialist Entry
The Psy.D. in School Psychology provides an entry pathway for individuals with a specialist certificate, degree, or equivalent in school psychology. Applicants with a NASP-approved or accredited specialist-level credential need only 36 additional credits to earn the Psy.D.
Credit hours:Â 36
Time to completion: 3 years
Program offered: Chicago
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Education
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Innovation
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Community
52% of students identify as first-gen, prompting us to build the First Generation Student Success Program.
Impact
500+ community partners offer internships, practicums and community service opportunities.