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Instructions for Web-based Application

The Chicago School offers 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 of the screen. If this is your first time logging in, you will need to create an account. You
will be taken to the online application upon log in.

The first procedure in the application process is to obtain a pin number and password.
After that is complete, the system will bring you to an area that will allow you to view Application
Instructions, found at the upper left side. Use the back button after reading instructions. Click on
Program Information and save & continue as you move through the application process. The process
will bring you through these forms: Academic Information, Application Resume, GRE (required for
Psy.D. applicants), Essay required per program (see enclosed for essay requirements), Student Status,
Compliance Information, and Recommendations. Essay(s) and recommendations may be submitted
online.

The Chicago School offers a multiple of campus locations and delivery options. Please be aware
that all programs are not offered at all campuses and vary in delivery models. If you would like to be
considered for multiple campuses please indicate your second choice campus on the application for
admission.

Application to The Chicago School’s graduate programs is open to any person with an earned
bachelor’s degree from 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 from undergraduate and any graduate schools, GRE general test scores (required
for Psy.D. applicants), relevant work history, required essay(s), and letters of recommendation.

In addition, some programs require the completion of prerequisite course work prior to enrollment.
A grade of ‘C’ or better must be attained in order for the course(s) to count. You will be required to
retake the course(s), if the grade received was below a ‘C’, upon acceptance. Students may apply
for admission without the required courses, however; all course work must be completed prior to
enrollment. A list of required courses for programs is enclosed on the application checklist.

Please remember that the Admission Office is here to assist you with the entire admission process.
Please contact us at 800.721.8072 with any questions or concerns.
Application Requirements - Chicago/Grayslake Programs
Specific Admission & Program Requirements
An application will not be reviewed until all materials have been received. Applicants may choose to submit application materials individually or
as one packet. Students applying must submit the following materials to be considered for admission.

All Programs Require:

o Application for Admission (may be completed online at www.thechicagoschool.edu)
o Application Fee ($50 US)
o Resume or Curriculum Vitae
o Essay(s)
o Test Scores - GRE general test is required for all doctoral programs and is optional for Ed.S. and M.A. programs. GMAT may be submitted for
Business Psy.D. applicants.

o Letters of Recommendation*
Note: Appropriate recommendations are from professors and/or supervisors from significant work or volunteer experiences, who can appraise your
academic or professional performance. Letters should arrive in a sealed envelope, signed across the seal; or submitted via the online application
*
 recommendation 1: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
*
 recommendation 2: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
* recommendation 3: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

o All official College/University transcripts

*
 Undergraduate institution(s) - Note: Bachelor’s degree must be completed prior to enrollment.
*
 Graduate institution(s)
* Any other institutions attended in which you may not have earned a degree but attempted or completed courses

Additional Program Requirements

Psy.D. Applied Behavior Analysis Psy.D. Clinical Psychology M.A. Forensic Psychology
 One course in psychology
* * 18 semester hours of psychology coursework M.A. Industrial and Organizational
* One course in statistics or research methods including the following: Psychology
* One course in child/human development * One course in psychology
Psy.D. Business Psychology or lifespan * One course in statistics
* 12 semester hours of psychology coursework * One course in abnormal psychology * One course in research methods
including the following: * One course in statistics
* One course in statistics
 * One course in research methods Ed.S. School Psychology
M.A. Clinical Psychology, Counseling
Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology Specialization
* 18 semester hours of psychology coursework M.A. Clinical Psychology, Applied Behavior
including the following: Analysis Specialization
* One course in abnormal psychology
* One course in statistics * One course in psychology
* One course in statistics or research methods

International Credentials & TOEFL/IELTS Requirements

o All international transcripts must be evaluated by an official evaluation agency in a “course-by-course” manner.
• recommended evaluation agencies: Educational Credential Evaluators (www.ece.org) or World Education Services (www.wes.org)
o TOEFL or IELTS scores are required of all students for whom English is not the primary language spoken.
• official scores must be sent through the testing agency
• TOEFL minimum scores: 550 paper-based test or 79 internet-based test
• IELTS minimum score: 6.5
o U.S. Permanent Resident - If you are a permanent resident, a copy of your Permanent Resident Card must be included.

Note: In order to secure a place in the incoming class, a non-refundable tuition deposit of $500 will be required by the deposit deadline
indicated in the offer of admission. The non-refundable deposit will be applied in full toward the student’s tuition upon enrollment.
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Application for Admission to The Chicago School

Please type or print legibly. Use an additional sheet of paper wherever allocated space is insufficient. Please ensure that your name and social security number
appear on all separate sheets. A non-refundable $50 application fee is required.

Section 1– Program of Interest

Program to which you are applying: ____________________________________________________________________
Concentration or track of interest: ____________________________________________________________________

Campus to which you are applying: Enrollment Status:

1st choice: ______________________________ I am applying for admission in: _____________________
2nd choice: ______________________________ (mm/dd/yyyy)
3rd choice: ______________________________ o I intend to be a full-time student
o I intend to be a part-time student
Note: University Center of Lake County (UCLC) is located in Grayslake, Illinois. Programs offered at UCLC are part-time, cohort, and in a blended format for the working adult.
Contact the Office of Admission for programs offering a spring term start.

Section 2 – Personal Information

____________________________________­­­­­___­
(Social Security Number)
Dr.
1. Name Ms. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­___
Mr. (First) (Middle) (Last) (Former Last Name)
2. Current Address ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­___
(Number/Street) (Apt/Unit Number)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­___
(City) (State/Country) (Zip/Postal Code)
This is my current
address until (date) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­___

Telephone Number ____________________________________________________ Email Address ____________________________________­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_

(Area Code) (Phone Number)

3. Permanent Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­__
(Number/Street) (Apt/Unit Number)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­__
(City) (State/Country) (Zip/Postal Code)
Telephone Number _______________________________________________________________________________________________________­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_
(Area Code) (Phone Number)
4. Cell/Mobile Number ____________________________________________________­ Business Number ________________________________________­_­
(Area Code) (Phone Number) (Area Code) (Phone Number)
Preferred Method
and Time for Contact ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­___

5. Emergency Contact ____________________________________________________­ Relationship _________________________­_­_­_­­_­_­­_­_­_­_­­­_­­_­­_­­_­­__­_­_­­_­_­_­_­

Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­__
(Number/Street) (Apt/Unit Number)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________­­­­­__
(City) (State/Country) (Zip/Postal Code)
Telephone Number _______________________________________________________________________________________________________­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_

6. How did you hear about The Chicago School? ______________________________________________________________________­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_

7. Who or what influenced you to apply? _____________________________________________________________________________­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_­_

8. Have you previously applied to or attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology? o Yes o No

9. Are you currently, or have you ever been, enrolled at The Chicago School as a Special Student/Student-at-Large or in a Certificate Program? o Yes o No
Section 3 – Educational & Professional Information
10. List in chronological order the last four colleges, universities, or professional schools attended. If you have attended more than four institutions,
please attach a separate sheet of paper with the information below listed. You must provide official college/university transcripts from all schools
attended, whether or not a degree was awarded as part of your attendance. In addition, students with international credentials must submit an
official “course-by-course” evaluation of all transcripts from an official evaluation agency such as World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org
or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) www.ece.org.

Date Name/Location of Institution Major Degree

__________________ ______________________________________________ __________________________ ________________

(mm/yyyy to mm/yyyy)

__________________ ______________________________________________ __________________________ ________________

(mm/yyyy to mm/yyyy)

__________________ ______________________________________________ __________________________ ________________

(mm/yyyy to mm/yyyy)

__________________ ______________________________________________ __________________________ ________________

(mm/yyyy to mm/yyyy)

11. Will you be seeking transfer credit? o Yes o No

12. Which of the following best describes your current primary occupation?

o Student o Part-time Employment o Full-time Employment o Not Currently Working or Attending School

Career field: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

13. List any languages other than English that you read and/or speak. Indicate your level of proficiency, both written and verbal.

Language one: _________________________________________ Proficiency: __________________________________________________________

Language two: _________________________________________ Proficiency: ___________________________________________________________

14. In addition, a resume and/or curriculum vitae must be submitted as part of your application:

Clearly outline the following information: For each experience outlined please include the following:
• Full-or part-time work experiences • Dates, length, and number of hours worked/volunteered
• Field-related training • Position title
• Volunteer work • Responsibilities you performed
• Research work

Section 4 – GRE Exam

The Graduate Record Examination is required for all Psy.D. applicants. It is optional for applicants to the Ed.S. and M.A. programs. Official scores must be
sent to the Office of Admission (school code: 1119). Students applying to the Business Psy.D. Program may submit the GMAT in lieu of the GRE.

Section 5 – Essay
Essays must be submitted as part of your application or sent via email as word documents to admissions@thechicagoschool.edu. Please answer the essay
questions for the program to which you are applying (see below). Psy.D. applicants: essay questions should be answered separately within two double-spaced
typed pages (approximately 500 words). M.A. and Ed.S. applicants: essay questions should be answered in three double-spaced typed pages (approximately
500-750 words). Essay questions appear at the end of this document.

The Chicago School Commitment to Diversity: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is committed to being the school of choice by building an
environment of mutual respect and inclusion where all individuals will be valued for who they are and what they can contribute, and in turn, are expected to
be participatory members of an active learning community that promotes cultural awareness, competence, and understanding of diversity.

Section 6 – Required Coursework

All programs require specific undergraduate level coursework that must be completed prior to enrollment. Please review the “Specific Admission & Program
Requirements” checklist for the academic program requirements. Contact the Office of Admission at admissions@thechicagoschool.edu or 312.329.6666
with any questions.
Section 7 – References
Appropriate references are from academic professors and/or supervisors from significant work or volunteer experiences who can appraise your academic or
professional performance. (Do not submit references from family, friends, colleagues, or acquaintances.) Please ask these individuals to submit a letter of
reference and the recommendation form. The recommendation form and letter should be placed in an envelope, sealed, and signed across the back flap.
Recommendation envelopes can be returned to you for submission with your application or sent directly to the Office of Admission.

­­Reference 1
Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Relationship ____________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Number/Street) (Apt/Unit Number)
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State/Country) (Zip/Postal Code)
Telephone
Number ________________________________________________ Email Address _________________________________________________________
(Area Code) (Phone Number)

­­Reference 2
Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Relationship ____________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Number/Street) (Apt/Unit Number)
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State/Country) (Zip/Postal Code)
Telephone
Number ________________________________________________ Email Address _________________________________________________________
(Area Code) (Phone Number)

­­Reference 3
Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Relationship ____________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Number/Street) (Apt/Unit Number)
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State/Country) (Zip/Postal Code)
Telephone
Number ________________________________________________ Email Address _________________________________________________________
(Area Code) (Phone Number)

Section 8 – Compliance Information

Please note: Applications for admission to the educational programs offered by The Chicago School of Professional 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.
Information on sex, age, ethnic origin, and citizenship status is for compliance reports in connection with federal regulations pursuant to the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended by Executive Order 11375 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 86.45 C.F.R.,
and will not be used to discriminate in admission to or participation in any of the educational programs offered by The Chicago School.

15. Date of Birth ________________________ 16. Place of Birth __________________________________________________________________________

(mm/dd/yyyy) (city) (state) (country)

17. Country of Citizenship _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

18. Citizenship/Status:
o U.S. Citizen oU
 .S. Permanent Resident o International Applicant
(Please include a copy of your (If you are already in the United States, please list your current
immigration Permanent Resident Card.) status (ie. F-1, H-1B): __________
__________________________________

*N
 ote: Due to the nature of The Chicago School’s program requiring practical training, most international applicants will need to be in F-1 (non-immigrant
student) status. Please contact the Office of International Student Services for additional information regarding your immigration status and eligibility to
study in the United States.

19. Gender o Male o Female

Section 8 – Compliance Information (cont.)

20. First Generation College (Optional)

Are you among the first generation in your immediate family to complete a bachelor’s degree? o Yes o No
If you are not a first generation college graduate, what was the highest degree one of your parents or grandparents obtained?

____________________________________________ in _________________________________________________________
Degree Earned Program or Field

21. I consider myself a member of the following ethnic group (optional): I consider myself a member of the following race group(s).
Please check all that apply:
o Hispanic or Latino
o Not Hispanic or Latino o American Indian or Alaska Native
o Asian
o Black or African American
o Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
o White

22. Are you currently active-duty military personnel or a veteran? o Yes o No

23. Have you ever been convicted of a felony? o Yes o No

If yes, please submit a statement explaining the circumstances of the crime and the reasons why this should not impact your admission to,
attendance at, and graduation from The Chicago School.

Note: Consistent with the institution’s commitment to the safety and security of its students, employees, and the general public, The Chicago School requires
all degree-seeking students to complete a Criminal Background Check (CBC) after admission into the program. Admission is considered conditional until the
results of the CBC is reviewed. Admission may be denied depending upon the results of the CBC.

24. I understand that if admitted to The Chicago School, I must uphold and adhere to the standards established in the American Psychological Association’s
Code of Conduct and Ethical Principles, and I will conduct myself according to these principles. I must also comply with all rules, regulations, and policies
of The Chicago School. I understand that admission to and matriculation in the program in no manner guarantees successful completion of the program
and the awarding of the degree. I understand that all materials submitted to the school as a part of my admission process become the sole property of
The Chicago School, and will not be released to me or to any other individual or institution. Falsification of information on any and all school documents,
including this application, may result in disciplinary action up to and including a revocation of an admission offer or a dismissal from the school.
I hereby affirm that the information supplied by me on this application form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Signature __________________________________________________________________________ Date _________________________________________­

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Letter of Recommendation
Applicant:
Letters of recommendation are required and used for admission purposes only. Appropriate recommenders include:
•  Professors or administrative officers at your undergraduate or graduate school
•  Supervisors from significant work or volunteer experiences
Please complete the following before giving this form to those who are providing the recommendation.

Last Four Digits of Social Security Number: _____________

Applicant: ______________________________________________________________ Former Last Name: ___________________________

(print) (Last) (First) (Middle)

Address: _______________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________

(print) (Number & Street) (Apt.) (Type) (Number)

_______________________________________________________________ E-mail: __________________________________

(City) (State) (Zip Code)

I am applying for admission to the following campus: ___________________________________________________________________

I am applying for admission for the following degree:

o Ph.D. o Psy.D. o Ed.S. o M.A. o Certificate o Other: ________

I am applying for admission to the following program: __________________________________________________________________

I have requested that this recommendation form be completed by:

Recommender: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Please Print) (Name) (Title)
Relationship: ___________________________________________________________ Years known: _____________________________

for use in the admission process. In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 applicants are advised
that upon their admission to the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
accords them the right to review these recommendations unless that right is waived. While applicants are not required to make such
a waiver, they are advised that some individuals may not be willing to supply an appraisal in its absence.

I hereby (check one)

o waive access to this report, which will be confidential.
o do not waive access to this report.

Date: ____________________ Applicant’s Signature: ______________________________________________________________

Recommender:
Please complete the reverse side and return this form and any attached materials to the applicant in a sealed envelope signed
across the flap, or, send it directly to The Chicago School.
Information appears above regarding whether the student has waived access to this recommendation report.
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(over)
Recommender:
We would greatly appreciate your candid appraisal of the applicant’s abilities and potential for the study of psychology at the graduate
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 of thought,
2. s pecial interests, motivations, personal qualities, social and academic background, or emotional makeup that may distinguish
the applicant from other applicants, and
3. overall promise, character, and fitness to practice professional psychology.
Your prompt completion and return of this form and any attachments is appreciated. This form and any attachments should be placed
in a sealed envelope, signed across the flap, and returned directly to the applicant or the school.

Please rate the applicant generally on the following attributes:

Exceptionally Good; no major Not
Good Very Good weaknesses Fair Poor known
Intellectual ability o o o o o o
Capacity for 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
Professionalism under stressful situations o o o o o o
Judgment o o o o o o
Evaluation of self o o o o o o
Leadership skills o o o o o o
Openness to feedback o o o o o o
Openness to cultural diversity o o o o o o

Please use the remainder of this form for additional comments or you may, if you prefer, simply attach a letter to this form.

Comments:

o I highly recommend o I recommend o I recommend with reservations o I do not recommend

Recommender: ______________________________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: _____________________

Telephone: ______________________________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________

Relationship to applicant: o Faculty o Academic Advisor o Work/Volunteer Supervisor o Other: ___________________________

(please specify)

Signature: _______________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________

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Letter of Recommendation
Applicant:
Letters of recommendation are required and used for admission purposes only. Appropriate recommenders include:
•  Professors or administrative officers at your undergraduate or graduate school
•  Supervisors from significant work or volunteer experiences
Please complete the following before giving this form to those who are providing the recommendation.

Last Four Digits of Social Security Number: _____________

Applicant: ______________________________________________________________ Former Last Name: ___________________________

(print) (Last) (First) (Middle)

Address: _______________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________

(print) (Number & Street) (Apt.) (Type) (Number)

_______________________________________________________________ E-mail: __________________________________

(City) (State) (Zip Code)

I am applying for admission to the following campus: ___________________________________________________________________

I am applying for admission for the following degree:

o Ph.D. o Psy.D. o Ed.S. o M.A. o Certificate o Other: ________

I am applying for admission to the following program: __________________________________________________________________

I have requested that this recommendation form be completed by:

Recommender: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Please Print) (Name) (Title)
Relationship: ___________________________________________________________ Years known: _____________________________

for use in the admission process. In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 applicants are advised
that upon their admission to the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
accords them the right to review these recommendations unless that right is waived. While applicants are not required to make such
a waiver, they are advised that some individuals may not be willing to supply an appraisal in its absence.

I hereby (check one)

o waive access to this report, which will be confidential.
o do not waive access to this report.

Date: ____________________ Applicant’s Signature: ______________________________________________________________

Recommender:
Please complete the reverse side and return this form and any attached materials to the applicant in a sealed envelope signed
across the flap, or, send it directly to The Chicago School.
Information appears above regarding whether the student has waived access to this recommendation report.
+
(over)
Recommender:
We would greatly appreciate your candid appraisal of the applicant’s abilities and potential for the study of psychology at the graduate
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 of thought,
2. s pecial interests, motivations, personal qualities, social and academic background, or emotional makeup that may distinguish
the applicant from other applicants, and
3. overall promise, character, and fitness to practice professional psychology.
Your prompt completion and return of this form and any attachments is appreciated. This form and any attachments should be placed
in a sealed envelope, signed across the flap, and returned directly to the applicant or the school.

Please rate the applicant generally on the following attributes:

Exceptionally Good; no major Not
Good Very Good weaknesses Fair Poor known
Intellectual ability o o o o o o
Capacity for 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
Professionalism under stressful situations o o o o o o
Judgment o o o o o o
Evaluation of self o o o o o o
Leadership skills o o o o o o
Openness to feedback o o o o o o
Openness to cultural diversity o o o o o o

Please use the remainder of this form for additional comments or you may, if you prefer, simply attach a letter to this form.

Comments:

o I highly recommend o I recommend o I recommend with reservations o I do not recommend

Recommender: ______________________________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: _____________________

Telephone: ______________________________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________

Relationship to applicant: o Faculty o Academic Advisor o Work/Volunteer Supervisor o Other: ___________________________

(please specify)

Signature: _______________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________

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Letter of Recommendation
Applicant:
Letters of recommendation are required and used for admission purposes only. Appropriate recommenders include:
•  Professors or administrative officers at your undergraduate or graduate school
•  Supervisors from significant work or volunteer experiences
Please complete the following before giving this form to those who are providing the recommendation.

Last Four Digits of Social Security Number: _____________

Applicant: ______________________________________________________________ Former Last Name: ___________________________

(print) (Last) (First) (Middle)

Address: _______________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________

(print) (Number & Street) (Apt.) (Type) (Number)

_______________________________________________________________ E-mail: __________________________________

(City) (State) (Zip Code)

I am applying for admission to the following campus: ___________________________________________________________________

I am applying for admission for the following degree:

o Ph.D. o Psy.D. o Ed.S. o M.A. o Certificate o Other: ________

I am applying for admission to the following program: __________________________________________________________________

I have requested that this recommendation form be completed by:

Recommender: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Please Print) (Name) (Title)
Relationship: ___________________________________________________________ Years known: _____________________________

for use in the admission process. In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 applicants are advised
that upon their admission to the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
accords them the right to review these recommendations unless that right is waived. While applicants are not required to make such
a waiver, they are advised that some individuals may not be willing to supply an appraisal in its absence.

I hereby (check one)

o waive access to this report, which will be confidential.
o do not waive access to this report.

Date: ____________________ Applicant’s Signature: ______________________________________________________________

Recommender:
Please complete the reverse side and return this form and any attached materials to the applicant in a sealed envelope signed
across the flap, or, send it directly to The Chicago School.
Information appears above regarding whether the student has waived access to this recommendation report.
+
(over)
Recommender:
We would greatly appreciate your candid appraisal of the applicant’s abilities and potential for the study of psychology at the graduate
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 of thought,
2. s pecial interests, motivations, personal qualities, social and academic background, or emotional makeup that may distinguish
the applicant from other applicants, and
3. overall promise, character, and fitness to practice professional psychology.
Your prompt completion and return of this form and any attachments is appreciated. This form and any attachments should be placed
in a sealed envelope, signed across the flap, and returned directly to the applicant or the school.

Please rate the applicant generally on the following attributes:

Exceptionally Good; no major Not
Good Very Good weaknesses Fair Poor known
Intellectual ability o o o o o o
Capacity for 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
Professionalism under stressful situations o o o o o o
Judgment o o o o o o
Evaluation of self o o o o o o
Leadership skills o o o o o o
Openness to feedback o o o o o o
Openness to cultural diversity o o o o o o

Please use the remainder of this form for additional comments or you may, if you prefer, simply attach a letter to this form.

Comments:

o I highly recommend o I recommend o I recommend with reservations o I do not recommend

Recommender: ______________________________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: _____________________

Telephone: ______________________________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________

Relationship to applicant: o Faculty o Academic Advisor o Work/Volunteer Supervisor o Other: ___________________________

(please specify)

Signature: _______________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________

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Essay Questions for Doctoral Program Applicants

Applied Behavior Analysis Program

1. In 500 words (two typed pages) describe the areas of applied behavior analysis that most interest you – including your
professional goals – and how those interests developed. How will completion of the doctoral program in Applied Behavior
Analysis facilitate achieving your professional goals?

2. As a behavior analyst, you are likely to work and study with people from many different backgrounds. Please tell us in 500
words (two typed pages) some of the challenges you see studying and working with people different from yourself, and what
you would contribute in your interactions.

Business Psychology Program

1. In what areas (e.g., selection and placement, organizational development, performance management) will you, as a business
psychologist, affect or contribute to the business world? How will your contributions differ from those with an M.B.A. or other
business training?

2. In your role as a business psychology student, you are likely to work and study with people from many backgrounds. In 500
words (two typed pages), tell us what will be some of the challenges for you studying with people different from yourself, 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
500 words (two typed pages) additional reasons, other than helping people, why you would like to be a clinical psychologist.

2. In your role as a clinical psychology student, you are likely to work and study with people from many backgrounds. In 500
words (two typed pages), tell us what will be some of the challenges for you studying with people different from yourself, and
what you would contribute in your interactions with them.

Clinical Forensic Psychology Program

The field of Forensic Psychology focuses on psychology as it relates to the mergence of psychology, the law and the legal
system. In forensic settings you will likely assist individuals from diverse backgrounds in a variety of different contexts. Please
tell us in 750 words (3 typed pages) reasons why you want to become a Forensic Psychologist. Include what your career
aspirations are and some of the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse individuals.

Marital and Family Therapy Program

The field of Marital and Family Therapy (MFT) focuses on psychology as it relates to an individual’s relationships and the
influences on his/her systems. In MFT settings you will likely assist individuals from diverse backgrounds in a variety of different
contexts. Please tell us in 750 words (3 typed pages) reasons why you want to receive your Psy.D. in Marital and Family
Therapy. Include what your career aspirations are and some of the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse
individuals.

Psychology Program
In your role as a psychology student, you will likely assist individuals from diverse backgrounds in a variety of contexts. Please
tell us in 750 (3 typed pages) reasons why you want to receive your Psy.D. in Psychology. Include what your career aspirations
are and some of the challenges you might encounter when working with diverse individuals.

Please remember that the Admission Office 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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Essay Questions for Ed.S. and M.A. Program Applicants

Please answer the following within three double-spaced, typed pages (approximately 500 to 750 words).

Psychology is a vast discipline with many career options. In an essay format, please describe why you
chose this particular program/specialization.*

Cite specific experiences and examples to illustrate:

1. Why it is important to you to study this discipline at a school that emphasizes cultural
awareness, competence, and understanding of diversity (see our Commitment to Diversity
statement).
2. Your professional career goals as they relate to this specialization.
3. Why you believe this program will assist you in reaching these goals.

* Your essay must specifically address the program’s specialization to which you are applying:
Applied Behavior Analysis Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Forensic Psychology
Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Marital and Family Therapy
School Psychology
Police Psychology
Psychology

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Please contact us at 800.721.8072 with any questions or concerns.
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Programs and Concentrations by Campus

Please check the program to which you are applying. If applicable, circle your desired concentration.
Chicago Campus
* Psy.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis
Concentrations: Instructional Design, Developmental
Disabilities, and Supervision & Consulting
* Psy.D. in Business Psychology
* Psy.D. in Clinical Forensic Psychology
* Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Concentrations: Child and Adolescent Psychology,
Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Multicultural/
Community Psychology, Organizational Psychology,
School Psychology, and Generalist
*
 Ed.S. in School Psychology
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis
Specialization
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Specialization
Concentrations: Child and Adolescent Treatment,
Health Psychology, Latino Mental Health, Supervision
and Leadership in Community Mental Health,
Treatment of Addiction Disorders, and Generalist
* M.A. in Forensic Psychology
Concentrations: Child Protection, Sex Offenders, and
Corrections
* M.A. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
* Certificate in Latino Mental Health (post-master’s)
* Certificate in Latino Mental Health (post-bachelor’s)
Grayslake, Illinois
*
 Ed.S. in School Psychology
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Specialization
Concentrations: Child and Adolescent Treatment,
Health Psychology, Latino Mental Health, Supervision
and Leadership in Community Mental Health,
Treatment of Addiction Disorders, and Generalist
* M.A. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology
* M.A. in Psychology, Organizational Leadership
Specialization
Los Angeles (Downtown) Campus
* Psy.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis
Concentrations: Instructional Design, Developmental
Disabilities, and Supervision & Consulting
*
 Psy.D. in Business Psychology
* Psy.D. in Clinical Forensic Psychology
* Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Concentrations: Child and Adolescent Psychology,
Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology,
Geropsychology, and Sport Psychology
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis
Specialization
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy
Specialization
* M.A. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Online Campus
*
 Ph.D. in International Psychology
* Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership
* M.A. in Applied Forensic Psychology Services
(non-licensure)
* M.A. in Applied Industrial and Organizational
Psychology
* M.A. in Psychology (non-licensure)
Concentrations: Child and Adolescent Psychology
International Psychology, Gerontology, Organizational
Leadership, Sport and Exercise Psychology, and
Generalist
*
 Certificate: Forensic Psychology
* Certificate: Post-Masters BCBA
Washington, D.C. Campus
* Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
* M.A. in Forensic Psychology
* M.A. in Counseling Psychology

Irvine Campus Westwood Campus

* Psy.D. in Clinical Forensic Psychology * Psy.D. in Marital and Family Therapy
* Psy.D. in Psychology Concentrations: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and
Concentrations: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Management Practice
Generalist * Psy.D. in Psychology
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Concentrations: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and
Specialization Generalist
* M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy
Specialization

Please remember that the Admission Office is here to assist you with the entire admission process.
Please contact us at 800.721.8072 with any questions or concerns.