Adler University

What is the accreditation of Adler University?

Adler University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole and is relevant to federal financial-aid eligibility; it does not mean that every degree has separate professional accreditation.

Professional accreditation matters particularly in clinical fields. The Chicago Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology has accreditation from the American Psychological Association. Applicants to counseling, art therapy, or other professional programs should verify the accreditation of their specific program and campus against the requirements of the state where they intend to practice. Accreditation can be important for licensing and employment, but it does not itself grant a professional license or guarantee that another institution will accept transfer credit.

What are the admission requirements at Adler University?

Adler University's admissions requirements depend on the graduate program, not on a single university-wide freshman admissions standard. A relevant bachelor's degree is ordinarily the starting credential for a master's application; doctoral programs may have additional academic and professional prerequisites.

Applicants should expect to submit an application and official records of prior college study. Depending on the program, the application may also call for a statement of purpose, résumé, recommendations, an interview, or evidence of experience in the field. Clinical programs may evaluate academic preparation and suitability for supervised work more closely than nonclinical programs. English-language proficiency documentation may apply to applicants whose prior education does not meet the program's language-policy criteria.

Because Adler primarily serves graduate students, SAT and ACT scores are not the central admissions measure. Applicants should use the admissions page for their exact degree and entry term to check current deadlines, prerequisites, interview procedures, and any program-specific testing rules before applying.

What are the application fees and waivers at Adler University?

Application-fee rules should be checked in Adler University's current application portal for the particular program and entry term. A graduate application fee, any available waiver, and the way a waiver is requested may differ by application route.

Applicants who may qualify for a waiver should ask admissions about eligibility and obtain instructions before submitting payment; a paid fee is not necessarily refundable. An application fee is separate from a later enrollment deposit and from tuition or program fees.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Adler University?

Adler University is not a conventional on-campus ROTC host school. Prospective students should not assume that an Army, Air Force, or Navy ROTC unit - or a cross-enrollment arrangement - is available through a Chicago Adler program.

ROTC generally serves students who can meet a host unit's enrollment and training requirements, and scholarships can involve military service obligations. A prospective Adler student interested in a commission should first confirm whether a nearby host unit permits participation by students in their specific graduate program and whether the required training fits that program's schedule.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Adler University?

For most Adler applicants, "transfer" means asking whether prior graduate-level coursework can count toward a specific Adler degree - not entering as a sophomore or junior in an undergraduate program. Admission to a program and acceptance of individual courses for transfer are separate decisions.

Applicants should provide official transcripts and, when requested, course descriptions or syllabi so the program can assess level, content, grades, recency, and fit with its curriculum. Limits may apply to the number of credits accepted, and clinical courses or supervised training may have particularly strict requirements. Request a written, program-specific transfer-credit evaluation before relying on previous coursework to shorten the degree; prior admission at another accredited institution does not automatically make its credits applicable.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Adler University?

Adler University's international opportunities should be evaluated by program rather than assumed to follow a semester-abroad model. The university has an international campus in Vancouver, but enrollment in a Chicago degree does not automatically include study at that campus or an exchange placement.

Students considering an overseas course, community experience, internship, or independently arranged program should obtain academic approval before making plans. They should confirm how credits or training hours would apply to their degree, whether professional-placement rules permit the experience, and what financial aid, travel documentation, and additional costs would apply. These questions are especially important in licensure-oriented programs with prescribed supervised training.