Key information Duration Full-time – 36 months Start dates & application deadlines Starting January 2027 – Apply anytime. Starting May 2027 – Apply anytime. Starting August 2027 – Apply anytime. International applicants are encouraged to complete the admissions process earlier due to visa timelines. Language English Delivered On Campus Campus Location Chicago, United States Overview The School Psychology program from The Chicago School will prepare you to pursue licensure as a school…
psychologist or clinical psychologist in the state of Illinois. The programme combines our NASP-approved Ed.S. School Psychology curriculum with additional coursework, internship, and dissertation requirements to prepare you for clinical practice with a doctorate degree in school psychology. These additional courses and real-world training opportunities may offer you a significant advantage in preparation to enter the workplace. Students may begin the programme in the on-ground weekday modality (first two years) or the blended weekend modality (first three years) designed for individuals with a full-time job. Visit the programme website for more information . Career The vast majority of school psychology graduates go on to work as school psychologists in elementary and high schools, where they use specialized skills and knowledge to impact their work with children, families, and schools. Programme Structure Courses include: Crisis Prevention, Intervention and Trauma-Informed Practice in Schools Educational Assessment Advanced Doctoral Therapy and Practicum I Comprehensive Examination Dissertation Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: 3.2 GRE: Required English requirements Duolingo English Test: 110 TOEFL iBT: 79 PTE Academic: 53 IELTS: 6.5 Other requirements General requirements: Generally, an undergraduate GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale is required for admission Applicants must submit official transcripts from all schools where a degree was earned Resume or curriculum vitae Two admission essays Three letters of recommendation from academic professors or professional or volunteer supervisors An admission interview Prerequisites: undergraduate courses (a course in psychology and a course in either statistics or research methods) that must be completed prior to enrollment, with a grade earned of “C” or better The Graduate Record Examination (GRE). A specialist-level certificate or degree in School Psychology or equivalent degree or credential from an institutionally accredited institution that is also NASP-approved or accredited, who is currently credentialed or eligible to be credentialed as a National Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) $50.00 (USD) application fee Work experience: Recommended but not required for admission. Fees and funding Tuition fees Visit programme website Living costs Chicago, United States – 1,806-3,469 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Funding Scholarships are available. See programme website for details.