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Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology - Professional Counselor Licensure Track TCS - The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - Washington Campus TCS - The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - Washington Campus, USA

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USD 39533

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 50 Waived

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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89

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Chicago School’s M.A. in Forensic Psychology: Professional Counselor Licensure Track program provides students with a strong foundation in the art and science of counseling theory and techniques within the legal system and related fields.

Many graduates conduct assessments and provide psychotherapy to at-risk or victimized populations or individuals. The program prepares students for the National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) and state licensure in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (LPC and LCPC).

Guided by practitioner faculty, M.A. in Forensic Psychology, Professional Counselor Licensure Track students will cover a wide range of topics, including:

  • Understanding the criminal personality
  • Terrorism/counter-terrorism
  • Crime prevention through risk assessment
  • Mental health law
  • Trial consultation
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Trauma and crisis intervention
  • Community liaison work with legal, law enforcement, and social service agencies
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2024, Jan 2025, May 2024, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    89 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    56 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    39533

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 50 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    18000 Per year

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    Scholarships

    Scholarships and Funding

    The Chicago School offers scholarships and grants that range from $1,000 to $10,000 USD.

    • Dean’s Scholarship
      • Incoming new students will be considered for a Dean’s Scholarship based on their past dedication and anticipated future contributions to service, academic excellence, and The Chicago School. Award Amount: up to $5,000 (non-renewable)
    • Global Impact Scholarship
      • Applicants are required to share through video or essay format about their journey from their home country to The Chicago School and how their education will help them impact the field of psychology or behavioral health sciences on a global scale. Deadline: Oct. 1 every year. Award
      • Amount: $1,000
    • Global Leaders Scholarship
      • To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be a returning international students who studied with TCSPP at least one year, enrolled in an oncampus program in the fall semester of that year, and have maintained their status. Past scholarship winners are eligible only if budget is available.
      • Deadline: Oct. 1 every year.Award Amount: $1,000.
    • Merit Scholarship
      • Incoming new students will be considered for a Merit Scholarship based on their excellent academic achievement. Award Amount: up to $10,000.
    • President’s Scholarship
      • Incoming new students will be considered for a President’s Scholarship based on their academic promise and dedication to The Chicago School Mission
      •  commitment to diversity and community service. Award Amount: up to $7,000
    • International Student Grant
      • An international student who enrolls at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is eligible for the International Student Grant.

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