The Chicago School oers a web-based application in hopes that it will make our application process as easy and convenient as possible. To access the web-based application, please go to: www. thechicagoschool.edu/admission, click the “Apply Now” button in the “Apply online now” section on the right side othe screen. Ithis is your frst time logging in, you will need to create an account. You will be taken to the online application upon log in. The frst procedure in the application process is to obtain a pin number and password. Ater that is complete, the system will bring you to an area that will allow you to view Application Instructions, ound at the upper let side. Use the back button ater reading instructions. Click on Program Inormation and save & continue as you move through the application process. The process will bring you through these orms: Academic Inormation, Application Resume, GRE (requirement based on program), Essay required per program (see enclosed or essay requirements), Student Status, Compliance Inormation, and Recommendations. Essay(s) and recommendations may be submitted online. The Chicago School oers a multiple ocampus locations and delivery options. Please be aware that all programs are not oered at all campuses and vary in delivery models. Iyou would like to be considered or multiple campuses please indicate your second choice campus on the application or admission. Application to The Chicago School’s graduate programs is open to any person with an earned bachelor’s degree rom an accredited institution and who meets other entrance requirements. Applicants will be judged on their overall ability to do graduate work. Factors that are considered in admission are: GPA rom undergraduate and any graduate schools, GRE general test scores (requirement based on program), relevant work history, required essay(s), and letters orecommendation. In addition, some programs require the completion oprerequisite course work prior to enrollment. A grade o‘C’ or better must be attained in order or the course(s) to count. You will be required to retake the course(s), ithe grade received was below a ‘C’, upon acceptance. Students may apply or admission without the required courses, however; all course work must be completed prior to enrollment. A list orequired courses or programs is enclosed on the application checklist. thechicagoschool.edu 800.721.8072 [email protected]Instructions or Web-based Application Please remember that the Admission Ofce is here to assist you with the entire admission process. Please contact us at 800.721.8072 with any questions or concerns.
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The Chicago School oers a web-based application in hopes that it will make our application process
as easy and convenient as possible. To access the web-based application, please go to: www.
thechicagoschool.edu/admission, click the “Apply Now” button in the “Apply online now” section on
the right side o the screen. I this is your frst time logging in, you will need to create an account. You
will be taken to the online application upon log in.
The frst procedure in the application process is to obtain a pin number and password.
Ater that is complete, the system will bring you to an area that will allow you to view Application
Instructions, ound at the upper let side. Use the back button ater reading instructions. Click on
Program Inormation and save & continue as you move through the application process. The process
will bring you through these orms: Academic Inormation, Application Resume, GRE (requirement
based on program), Essay required per program (see enclosed or essay requirements), Student
Status, Compliance Inormation, and Recommendations. Essay(s) and recommendations may be
submitted online.
The Chicago School oers a multiple o campus locations and delivery options. Please be aware
that all programs are not oered at all campuses and vary in delivery models. I you would like to be
considered or multiple campuses please indicate your second choice campus on the application or
admission.
Application to The Chicago School’s graduate programs is open to any person with an earnedbachelor’s degree rom an accredited institution and who meets other entrance requirements.
Applicants will be judged on their overall ability to do graduate work. Factors that are considered
in admission are: GPA rom undergraduate and any graduate schools, GRE general test scores
(requirement based on program), relevant work history, required essay(s), and letters o
recommendation.
In addition, some programs require the completion o prerequisite course work prior to enrollment.
A grade o ‘C’ or better must be attained in order or the course(s) to count. You will be required to
retake the course(s), i the grade received was below a ‘C’, upon acceptance. Students may apply
or admission without the required courses, however; all course work must be completed prior to
enrollment. A list o required courses or programs is enclosed on the application checklist.
* Undergraduate institution(s) - Note: Bachelor’s degree must be completed prior to enrollment.
* Graduate institution(s)
o All international transcripts must be evaluated by an ofcial evaluation agency in a “course-by-course” manner.
•recommendedevaluationagencies:EducationalCredentialEvaluators(www.ece.org)orWorldEducationServices(www.wes.org)o TOEFL or IELTS scores are required o all students or whom English is not the primary language spoken.
•ofcialscoresmustbesentthroughthetestingagency •TOEFLminimumscores:550paper-basedtestor79internet-basedtest • IELTSminimumscore:6.5o International Student Inormation Form
Please type or print legibly. Use an additional sheet o paper wherever allocated space is insufcient. Please ensure that your name and social security numbe
Telephone Number ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________(Area Code) (Phone Number)
4. Cell/Mobile Number ____________________________________________________ Business Number _____________________________________(Area Code) (Phone Number) (Area Code) (Phone Number
Preerred Methodand Time or Contact ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. Haveyoupreviouslyappliedtoorattended*TheChicagoSchoolofProfessionalPsychology? o Yes o No
*I yes, I authorize the release o my previous TCSPP transcripts to the Ofce o Admission or review.
9. Areyoucurrently,orhaveyoueverbeen,enrolledatTheChicagoSchoolasaSpecialStudent/Student-at-LargeorinaCerticateProgram? o Yes o
10.AreyoucurrentlyemployedbyTheChicagoSchoolofProfessionalPsychology? o Yes o No
Dr.Ms.Mr.
Program to which you are applying: _________________________________________________________________
Concentration or track o interest: _________________________________________________________________
Campus to which you are applying:
1st choice: ______________________________
2nd choice: ______________________________
3rd choice: ______________________________
Note: University Center o Lake County (UCLC) is located in Grayslake, Illinois. Programs oered at UCLC are part-time, cohort, and in a blended ormat or the working adult.Contact the Ofce o Admission or programs oering a spring term start.
Enrollment Status:
I am applying or admission in: _____________________ (mm/dd/yyyy)
Section 3 – Educational & Proessional Inormation11. List in chronological order the last our colleges, universities, or proessional schools attended where you have earned degrees. You must provide ofcial
college/university transcripts rom all schools attended, where a degree was awarded as part o your attendance. In addition, students with international
Section 4 – GRE ScoresTheGraduateRecordExaminationisrequiredforsomeprograms.OfcialscoresmustbesenttotheOfceofAdmission(schoolcode:1119).Studentsapplying to the Business Psy.D. Program may submit the GMAT in lieu o the GRE.
Section 5 – EssayEssays must be submitted as part o your application or sent via email as word documents to [email protected]. Please answer the essay
questions or the program to which you are applying (see below). Psy.D. applicants: essay questions should be answered separately within two double-spaced
typedpages(approximately500words).M.A. and Ed.S. applicants: essay questions should be answered in three double-spaced typed pages (approximately
The Chicago School Commitment to Diversity: The Chicago School o Proessional Psychology is committed to being the school o choice by building an
environment o mutual respect and inclusion where all individuals will be valued or who they are and what they can contribute, and in turn, are expected to
be participatory members o an active learning community that promotes cultural awareness, competence, and understanding o diversity.
Section 6 – Required CourseworkAll programs require specifc undergraduate level coursework that must be completed prior to enrollment. Please review the “Specifc Admission & Program
Requirements”checklistfortheacademicprogramrequirements.ContacttheOfceofAdmissionatadmissions@thechicagoschool.eduor800.721.8072 with any questions.
Section 7 – ReerencesAppropriate reerences are rom academic proessors and/or supervisors rom signifcant work or volunteer experiences who can appraise your academic or
proessional perormance. (Do not submit reerences rom amily, riends, colleagues, or acquaintances.) Please ask these individuals to submit a letter o
referenceandtherecommendationform.Therecommendationformandlettershouldbeplacedinanenvelope,sealed,andsignedacrossthebackap.Recommendation envelopes can be returned to you or submission with your application or sent directly to the Ofce o Admission.
Reerence 1
Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Relationship ____________________________________
Number ________________________________________________ Email Address _________________________________________________________
(Area Code) (Phone Number)
Section 8 – Compliance Inormation
Please note: Applications or admission to the educational programs oered by The Chicago School o Proessional Psychology are evaluated without
regard to or discrimination based upon race, color, sex, religion, age, national ancestry or origin, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability.
Inormation on sex, age, ethnic origin, and citizenship status is or compliance reports in connection with ederal regulations pursuant to the Civil Rights
Actof1964,ExecutiveOrder11246asamendedbyExecutiveOrder11375andTitleIXoftheEducationAmendmentsof1972andPart86.45C.F.R.,and will not be used to discriminate in admission to or participation in any o the educational programs oered by The Chicago School.
* Note: Due to the nature o The Chicago School’s program requiring practical training, most international applicants will need to be in F-1 (non-immigran
student) status. Please contact the Ofce o International Student Services or additional inormation regarding your immigration status and eligibility to
Areyouamongtherstgenerationinyourimmediatefamilytocompleteabachelor’sdegree? o Yes o No
I you are notarstgenerationcollegegraduate,whatwasthehighestdegreeoneofyourparentsorgrandparentsobtained?
____________________________________________ in _________________________________________________________
Degree Earned Program or Field
21. I consider mysel a member o the ollowing ethnic group.
oHispanicorLatino
oNotHispanicorLatino
22. I have the ollowing military status. o Active/Reserves oVeterano Eligible dependent o N/A
23.Haveyoueverbeenconvictedofafelony? o Yes o No
I yes, please submit a statement explaining the circumstances o the crime and the reasons why this should not impact your admission to,
attendance at, and graduation rom The Chicago School.
Note: Consistent with the institution’s commitment to the saety and security o its students, employees, and the general public, The Chicago School requires
all degree-seeking students to complete a Criminal Background Check (CBC) ater admission into the program. Students will be provided the necessary
inormation to complete the CBC in a timely manner through an outside vendor at his or her own expense. Admission is considered conditional until the
results o the CBC is reviewed. Admission may be denied depending upon the results o the CBC.
24. I understand that i admitted to The Chicago School, I must uphold and adhere to the standards established in the American Psychological Association’s
Code o Conduct and Ethical Principles, and I will conduct mysel according to these principles. I must also comply with all rules, regulations, and policies
o The Chicago School. I understand that admission to and matriculation in the program in no manner guarantees successul completion o the program
and the awarding o the degree. I understand that all materials submitted to the school as a part o my admission process become the sole property o
The Chicago School, and will not be released to me or to any other individual or institution. Falsifcation o inormation on any and all school documents,
including this application, may result in disciplinary action up to and including a revocation o an admission oer or a dismissal rom the school.
I hereby afrm that the inormation supplied by me on this application orm is true and correct to the best o my knowledge.
Signature __________________________________________________________________________ Date _________________________________________
I consider mysel a member o the ollowing race group(s).
level. The Chicago School is interested in knowing how long, how well, and in what connection you have known the applicant.
We are also particularly interested in your comments regarding the applicant’s:
1. intelligence and independence o thought,
2. special interests, motivations, personal qualities, social and academic background, or emotional makeup that may distinguish
the applicant rom other applicants, and
3. overall promise, character, and ftness to practice proessional psychology.
Your prompt completion and return o this orm and any attachments is appreciated. This orm and any attachments should be placedinasealedenvelope,signedacrosstheap,andreturneddirectlytotheapplicantortheschool.
Please rate the applicant generally on the ollowing attributes:
Exceptionally Good; no major Not Good VeryGood weaknesses Fair Poor known
Intellectual ability o o o o o o
Capacity or critical thinking o o o o o o
Ability to work with others o o o o o o
Ability to express ideas orally o o o o o o
Ability to express ideas in writing o o o o o o
Creative/innovative thinking o o o o o o
Emotional maturity o o o o o o
Proessionalism under stressul situations o o o o o o
Judgment o o o o o o
Evaluation o sel o o o o o o
Leadership skills o o o o o o
Openness to eedback o o o o o o
Openness to cultural diversity o o o o o o
Please use the remainder o this orm or additional comments or you may, i you preer, simply attach a letter to this orm.
Comments:
o I highly recommend o I recommend o I recommend with reservations o I do not recommend
level. The Chicago School is interested in knowing how long, how well, and in what connection you have known the applicant.
We are also particularly interested in your comments regarding the applicant’s:
1. intelligence and independence o thought,
2. special interests, motivations, personal qualities, social and academic background, or emotional makeup that may distinguish
the applicant rom other applicants, and
3. overall promise, character, and ftness to practice proessional psychology.
Your prompt completion and return o this orm and any attachments is appreciated. This orm and any attachments should be placedinasealedenvelope,signedacrosstheap,andreturneddirectlytotheapplicantortheschool.
Please rate the applicant generally on the ollowing attributes:
Exceptionally Good; no major Not Good VeryGood weaknesses Fair Poor known
Intellectual ability o o o o o o
Capacity or critical thinking o o o o o o
Ability to work with others o o o o o o
Ability to express ideas orally o o o o o o
Ability to express ideas in writing o o o o o o
Creative/innovative thinking o o o o o o
Emotional maturity o o o o o o
Proessionalism under stressul situations o o o o o o
Judgment o o o o o o
Evaluation o sel o o o o o o
Leadership skills o o o o o o
Openness to eedback o o o o o o
Openness to cultural diversity o o o o o o
Please use the remainder o this orm or additional comments or you may, i you preer, simply attach a letter to this orm.
Comments:
o I highly recommend o I recommend o I recommend with reservations o I do not recommend
level. The Chicago School is interested in knowing how long, how well, and in what connection you have known the applicant.
We are also particularly interested in your comments regarding the applicant’s:
1. intelligence and independence o thought,
2. special interests, motivations, personal qualities, social and academic background, or emotional makeup that may distinguish
the applicant rom other applicants, and
3. overall promise, character, and ftness to practice proessional psychology.
Your prompt completion and return o this orm and any attachments is appreciated. This orm and any attachments should be placedinasealedenvelope,signedacrosstheap,andreturneddirectlytotheapplicantortheschool.
Please rate the applicant generally on the ollowing attributes:
Exceptionally Good; no major Not Good VeryGood weaknesses Fair Poor known
Intellectual ability o o o o o o
Capacity or critical thinking o o o o o o
Ability to work with others o o o o o o
Ability to express ideas orally o o o o o o
Ability to express ideas in writing o o o o o o
Creative/innovative thinking o o o o o o
Emotional maturity o o o o o o
Proessionalism under stressul situations o o o o o o
Judgment o o o o o o
Evaluation o sel o o o o o o
Leadership skills o o o o o o
Openness to eedback o o o o o o
Openness to cultural diversity o o o o o o
Please use the remainder o this orm or additional comments or you may, i you preer, simply attach a letter to this orm.
Comments:
o I highly recommend o I recommend o I recommend with reservations o I do not recommend
2.Asabehavioranalyst,youarelikelytoworkandstudywithpeoplefrommanydifferentbackgrounds.Pleasetellusin500 words (two typed pages) some o the challenges you see studying and working with people dierent rom yoursel, and what
you would contribute in your interactions.
Business Psychology Program
1. In what areas (e.g., selection and placement, organizational development, perormance management) will you, as a business
2.Inyourroleasabusinesspsychologystudent,youarelikelytoworkandstudywithpeoplefrommanybackgrounds.In500words (two typed pages), tell us what will be some o the challenges or you studying with people dierent rom yoursel, and
what you would contribute in your interactions with them.
Clinical Psychology Program
1. Many people choose Clinical Psychology as a career because they are interested in helping other people. Please tell us in
2.Inyourroleasaclinicalpsychologystudent,youarelikelytoworkandstudywithpeoplefrommanybackgrounds.In500 words (two typed pages), tell us what will be some o the challenges or you studying with people dierent rom yoursel, and
what you would contribute in your interactions with them.
Clinical Forensic Psychology Program
The feld o Forensic Psychology ocuses on psychology as it relates to the mergence o psychology, the law and the legal
system. In orensic settings you will likely assist individuals rom diverse backgrounds in a variety o dierent contexts. Please
aspirations are and some o the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse individuals.
Marital and Family Therapy Program
The feld o Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) ocuses on psychology as it relates to an individual’s relationships and the
inuencesonhis/hersystems.InMFTsettingsyouwilllikelyassistindividualsfromdiversebackgroundsinavarietyofdifferencontexts.Pleasetellusin750words(3typedpages)reasonswhyyouwanttoreceiveyourPsy.D.inMaritalandFamilyTherapy. Include what your career aspirations are and some o the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse
individuals.
Psychology Program
In your role as a psychology student, you will likely assist individuals rom diverse backgrounds in a variety o contexts. Please
tellusin750(3typedpages)reasonswhyyouwanttoreceiveyourPsy.D.inPsychology.Includewhatyourcareeraspirationsare and some o the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse individuals.