activities · 36
what they do
direct service · 25
- Contribute to community and professional service through student and faculty engagement Service-Learning with Community EngagementStudents and faculty collectively contribute 1.2 million service hours annually, integrating professional training with community impact.
- Contribute to community and professional service through student and faculty engagement Service-Learning with Community EngagementStudents and faculty collectively contribute 1.2 million service hours annually, integrating real-world practice with academic training across disciplines.
- Deliver business psychology and organizational leadership education Professional Psychology & Behavioral Science ProgramsOffers undergraduate and graduate programs—including B.S., M.A., and Ph.D.—in business psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, and organizational leadership, with tracks in consulting, research, policy, and organizational change.
- Deliver continuing education for licensed professionals Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education programs that enable working professionals to expand their expertise and meet licensure requirements.
- Deliver international and experiential learning opportunitiesProvides students with international experiences that promote cultural exploration and practical learning, as well as operates a Partnership and Learning Centre in Vancouver serving students, alumni, and local leaders.
- Deliver professional training through degree programs in psychology and behavioral sciences Graduate Psychology and Specialized Therapy TrainingOffers a range of academic programs including Psy.D. and Ph.D. degrees in Clinical Psychology, Applied Clinical Psychology, and related fields, grounded in a practitioner-scholar model with real-world training. Programs emphasize culturally competent care, ethical practice, and preparation for licensure and leadership roles.
- Deliver professional training through degree programs in psychology and behavioral sciences Graduate Psychology and Specialized Therapy TrainingProvides rigorous academic and clinical training across multiple campuses and online modalities in fields including clinical psychology, counseling, forensic psychology, and applied clinical psychology, with programs designed to prepare students for licensure and practice.
- Deliver professional training through degree programs in psychology and behavioral sciences Graduate Psychology and Specialized Therapy TrainingOffers a range of psychology-focused degree programs—including Psy.D., Ph.D., M.A., and M.S.—grounded in a practitioner-scholar model, with specialized training in areas such as clinical child psychology, forensic psychology, behavioral medicine, and neuropsychology across multiple campuses.
- Facilitate international and experiential learning opportunities International Study & Cultural Exchange ProgramsProvides students with international experiences that integrate cultural exploration and practical, hands-on learning to enhance professional development.
- Facilitating international experiences International Study & Cultural Exchange ProgramsProvides students with opportunities to participate in international experiences that foster cultural exploration and practical learning.
- Facilitating student and faculty service hours Service-Learning with Community EngagementStudents and faculty collectively contribute 1.2 million service hours annually, engaging in community service and practical application of their skills.
- Offer behavioral economics education and training Professional Psychology & Behavioral Science ProgramsProvides academic programs and certificates in behavioral economics, including a Master of Arts and specialized certificates, preparing graduates for roles in research, policy advising, and consumer behavior analysis.
- Offer specialized programs in biomedical sciences, public health, and osteopathic medicine Comprehensive Health Professions EducationProvides rigorous academic training through its M.S. Biomedical Sciences, Master of Public Health, and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine programs, covering areas such as immunology, medical ethics, microbiology, and core medical competencies.
- Operate regional Partnership and Learning CentresMaintains a Partnership and Learning Centre in Vancouver that supports students, alumni, and local leaders through academic and professional resources.
- Operating a Partnership and Learning CentreOperates a center in Vancouver that serves students, alumni, and local leaders, fostering collaboration and learning opportunities.
- Prepare students for professional careers through academic programmingOffers academic programs that combine training and networking opportunities to prepare students for successful careers in psychology, organizational leadership, and related fields.
- Prepare students for professional careers through academic programming and networkingDelivers academic programs that combine training with networking opportunities to support career readiness across psychology, organizational leadership, and health sciences.
- Provide advanced training in public health, biomedical sciences, and osteopathic medicine Comprehensive Health Professions EducationOffers graduate and doctoral programs including the M.S. in Biomedical Sciences, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, and Master of Public Health, with curricula integrating medical ethics, microbiology, osteopathic principles, and healthcare system challenges.
- Provide biomedical and public health professional education Comprehensive Health Professions EducationOffers graduate-level training in biomedical sciences, osteopathic medicine, and public health, with curricula covering immunology, medical ethics, microbiology, osteopathic principles, and U.S. healthcare system challenges.
- Provide continuing education and professional development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education programs that help working professionals expand their knowledge, maintain licensure, and stay current in their fields.
- Provide continuing education for professional licensure and development Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education programs that enable working professionals to expand their knowledge, maintain licensure, and stay current in their fields.
- Provide online psychopharmacology training for non-psychologist practitioners Graduate Psychology and Specialized Therapy TrainingOffers an online M.A. in Psychopharmacology designed for non-psychologist professionals seeking advanced knowledge in pharmacological interventions and leadership in behavioral health.
- Providing continuing education Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesOffers continuing education programs to help working professionals expand their knowledge and maintain licensure in their respective fields.
- Support student and alumni engagement through international and regional centersFacilitates international learning experiences for cultural and professional development and operates a Partnership and Learning Centre in Vancouver serving students, alumni, and local leaders.
- Train students for professional careers through academic programsProvides academic programs that combine training and networking opportunities to prepare students for successful professional careers.
capacity building · 11
- Awarding scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards over $5.6 million in scholarships annually to support students in their educational pursuits.
- Contribute to psychology education leadership and alumni network development Professional Training Program AccreditationHas awarded the highest percentage of U.S. doctoral degrees in clinical, counseling, and applied psychology (7.75%) and maintains a global alumni network of over 20,000 graduates, reflecting long-standing commitment to psychology education since 1979.
- Expand academic offerings and maintain programmatic accreditations Graduate & Seminary Admissions SupportHas expanded to offer more than 40 degree programs and has earned prestigious programmatic accreditations to ensure academic quality and professional relevance.
- Expand access to education through online and certificate programs Professional Psychology & Behavioral Science ProgramsOffers online and certificate-based education including an M.A. in Psychopharmacology for non-psychologists, a certificate in Behavioral Economics, and a generalist certificate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology to support professional development and specialized knowledge acquisition.
- Expand educational access through scholarships and online learning Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards over $5.6 million in scholarships annually and offers online programs such as the M.A. in Psychopharmacology and other distance-learning options to support working professionals and non-traditional students.
- Offer graduate and undergraduate programs in business psychology and organizational leadership Professional Psychology & Behavioral Science ProgramsDelivers specialized education through Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs in Business Psychology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Organizational Leadership, including tracks in consulting, research, and policy, with certificate options to enhance professional skills.
- Offer specialized training in behavioral economics Professional Psychology & Behavioral Science ProgramsProvides a Master of Arts in Behavioral Economics and a certificate program focused on decision-making, risk assessment, and consumer behavior, preparing graduates for roles in research, policy, and leadership.
- Provide advanced education in business psychology and organizational leadership Professional Psychology & Behavioral Science ProgramsOffers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in Business Psychology and Organizational Leadership, including specialized tracks in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, consulting, and behavioral economics. Programs are designed to improve individual, team, and organizational performance in diverse contexts.
- Providing higher education in psychology and related fields Graduate Psychology and Specialized Therapy TrainingOffers over 40 degree programs, including doctoral degrees in clinical, counseling, and applied psychology, Master's programs in public health, psychopharmacology, and business psychology, and Bachelor's degrees in business psychology. Programs are grounded in a practitioner-scholar model, providing real-world training and preparing students for professional careers and licensure.
- Support student access and success through scholarships and service opportunities Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards over $5.6 million in scholarships annually and facilitates 1.2 million service hours by students and faculty each year, enhancing educational access and community engagement.
- Support student access through scholarships Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards over $5.6 million in scholarships annually to support student enrollment and access to education.
strategies · 28
how they think
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- Collaborative Education Network Model collaborative_education_networkThe school participates in a cooperative, non-competitive network across institutions that shares resources and strategic partnerships to drive innovation and improve educational outcomes.
- Collaborative Educational Network collaborative_education_networkThe organization advances innovation and student outcomes through strategic partnerships and shared resources, using a cooperative, non-competitive model across institutions.
- Collaborative Educational Network and Innovation collaborative_education_networkThe organization leverages strategic partnerships and shared resources through a cooperative, non-competitive inter-institutional model to drive innovation and improve student outcomes.
- Culturally Responsive and Ethical Practice culturally responsive practiceTraining emphasizes multicultural competence, culturally responsive care, and ethical leadership, preparing students to serve diverse populations with sensitivity and equity in behavioral and organizational contexts.
- Culturally Responsive and Ethical Practice Training culturally responsive practiceStudents are trained in multicultural competence, culturally responsive care, and ethical leadership, with curricula designed to foster sensitivity to diverse populations and promote equity in behavioral and organizational sciences.
- Culturally Responsive and Ethical Practice Training culturally responsive practiceStudents are trained in multicultural competence, culturally responsive care, and ethical leadership, ensuring they can deliver sensitive, equitable, and evidence-based services in diverse professional settings.
- Flexible and Accessible Learning Formats online and flexible learningOffers online and flexible learning options to accommodate diverse student needs and increase access to education, particularly for working professionals and non-traditional learners.
- Flexible and Accessible Learning Options online and flexible learningOffers online and flexible learning formats to increase accessibility and accommodate diverse student needs, supporting broader engagement with education.
- Flexible and Accessible Online Learning Options online and flexible learningThe organization offers flexible online learning formats to increase accessibility and accommodate diverse student needs, supporting broader engagement in education.
- Flexible and Collaborative Educational Delivery online and flexible learningThe institution offers online and flexible learning options while fostering innovation through strategic partnerships and shared resources across institutions, enhancing access and responsiveness to workforce needs.
- Holistic and Integrated Health Education holistic_healthThe curriculum emphasizes the interconnectedness of mental and physical health, incorporating social, cultural, environmental, and economic determinants of health through dedicated course sequences and integrated care frameworks.
- Interdisciplinary and Holistic Health Education holistic_healthThe organization employs an interdisciplinary and holistic approach to education, integrating mental and physical health, social determinants, cultural contexts, and preventative care into curricula to prepare students for comprehensive, patient-centered care in evolving healthcare systems.
- Interdisciplinary and Holistic Health Education holistic_healthThe curriculum emphasizes the integration of mental and physical health, social determinants, and environmental factors through dedicated coursework and an interdisciplinary approach, promoting holistic, patient-centered care.
- Interdisciplinary and Holistic Health Education interdisciplinary educationThe school employs an interdisciplinary curriculum that promotes a holistic understanding of health by integrating mental and physical health, social determinants, cultural context, and preventative care, preparing students for complex challenges in modern healthcare.
- Interdisciplinary and Workforce-Aligned Curriculum workforce-aligned_programmingThe institution designs programs to meet societal and workforce demands by offering interdisciplinary education and innovative training in high-need fields, preparing students for evolving professional landscapes.
- Practitioner-Scholar Model Integration practitioner-scholar modelThe organization integrates academic coursework with real-world practice by employing faculty who are active professionals and providing students with early, intensive hands-on training, ensuring theoretical knowledge is applied in practical, professional contexts.
- Practitioner-Scholar Model Integration practitioner-scholar modelThe organization integrates academic coursework with real-world practice through faculty actively engaged in professional fields, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on training to prepare students for professional practice across disciplines such as psychology and business.
- Practitioner-Scholar Model Integration practitioner-scholar modelThe organization integrates the practitioner-scholar model across its programs by combining academic theory with real-world practice, using faculty actively engaged in professional fields to deliver hands-on, current, and applied learning experiences that prepare students for professional practice.
- Practitioner-Scholar Model Integration practitioner-scholar modelThe Chicago School integrates the practitioner-scholar model by combining rigorous academic coursework with real-world training, using faculty actively engaged in professional practice to deliver education that bridges theory and application across psychology, business, and organizational leadership programs.
- Reflective Practice and Integrated Professional Development reflective practice integrationStudents develop professional competence through reflective integration of scientific foundations with practical experience, supported by small cohort learning environments that enable individualized attention and career development.
- Reflective Practice and Integrated Professional Development reflective practice integrationThe organization emphasizes the integration of scientific knowledge with reflective professional practice through rigorous coursework and experiential learning, enabling students to critically apply theory in real-world contexts.
- Reflective Practice and Professional Integration reflective practice integrationStudents are trained to combine scientific rigor with reflective professional practice through a blend of academic coursework and experiential learning, fostering adaptive and ethical practitioners.
- Reflective Practice and Professional Integration reflective practice integrationThe curriculum emphasizes reflective integration of scientific knowledge with professional practice through hands-on experiences, enabling students to develop adaptive, thoughtful, and effective approaches in their fields.
- Small Cohort and Individualized Learning Environment small cohort learningLearning is structured around small class cohorts to ensure individualized attention, personalized support, and enhanced career development opportunities for students.
- Small Cohort, Individualized Learning Environment small cohort learningStudents are taught in small class cohorts to ensure personalized attention, foster reflective practice, and support individual career development.
- Small Cohort, Individualized Learning Environment small cohort learningBy utilizing small class cohorts and low student-faculty ratios, the school provides individualized attention and supports personalized career development, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Workforce-Aligned Program Development workforce-aligned_programmingEducational programs are designed to meet societal and labor market demands by focusing on high-need and critical fields, ensuring graduates are prepared for current workforce challenges.
- Workforce-Aligned Program Development workforce-aligned_programmingEducational programs are designed to meet societal and labor market demands by focusing on high-need and critical fields, ensuring graduates are prepared to address current and emerging professional needs.
named programs · 13
what they call their work
Behavioral Sciences Programs
Examines the effect of environmental conditions on social behavior, preparing students for Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) certification.
Business Psychology Degree Programs
Offers degrees (B.S., M.A., Ph.D.) and certificates in Behavioral Economics, Business Psychology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Organizational Leadership, focusing on human decision-making in business applications.
Continuing Education
Provides a path for working professionals to expand their knowledge base and maintain their licensure through various courses and programs.
Counseling Programs
Promotes wellness, prevention, and resilience in individuals and communities, preparing graduates for roles in the counseling field.
Ed.S. School Psychology
Specialist program preparing professionals to support students, teachers, and families in overcoming academic, emotional, and developmental challenges in school settings.
Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching and Learning
Certificate program designed to prepare educators and trainers to effectively teach and lead in remote and online environments.
M.A. Counseling Psychology
Master’s program equipping students with diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills to work with diverse clinical populations and address emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions.
M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Master’s program training students to apply psychological principles to improve organizational health, employee productivity, and workplace dynamics.
M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
Master’s program preparing students for Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) certification with a focus on multicultural practice and real-world application across age groups.
Medicine Programs
Interdisciplinary curriculum addressing the needs of an evolving healthcare landscape, including public health.
Ph.D. Organizational Leadership
Doctoral program focused on training ethical leaders to communicate strategy, build trust, and foster professional growth in for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
Psy.D. Clinical Psychology
Doctoral program training students to become licensed clinical psychologists with concentrations in areas such as child & adolescent psychology, forensic psychology, behavioral medicine, and neuropsychology across multiple campuses including Anaheim, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Washington, D.C.
Psychology Programs
Offers various degrees (B.A., M.A., Psy.D., Ph.D., Ed.S.) and certificates in areas such as Applied Clinical Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Clinical Psychopharmacology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology and Technology, Forensic Psychology, General Psychology, International Psychology, and School Psychology.
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Academic Partnerships Partner — Offers special tuition rates to employees of partner organizations as part of academic partnerships.
- Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine Network — Academic unit within The Chicago School offering the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program.
- The Community Solution Network — Founding institution of The Community Solution Education System, a nonprofit education system focused on student success and community impact.
- The Community Solution Education System Network — Member institution within a nonprofit system of six colleges and universities focused on student success and community impact.
- U.S. Department of Education Government — Source of IPEDS data used to report degree award statistics
- Xavier University of Louisiana Partner — Hosts The Chicago School’s Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program in New Orleans.