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Find solutions to a wide array of social issues, from educational failure and chronic illness to substance abuse and violence. The Community Psychology program from DePaul University will equip you with the skills and research methodologies necessary for a career as a researcher, educator, interventional specialist, consultant and program evaluator.

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Overview

The program emphasizes human diversity, specializing in research and intervention work with underserved communities.

The Community Psychology from DePaul University is a combined degree program. The MA is non-terminal, and the program admits only students intending to earn the PhD. Classes are offered during the day on DePaul’s Lincoln Park Campus, and the program can be completed in six years.

Immerse yourself in a diverse, urban environment

DePaul’s connections throughout Chicago allow you to make a real-world difference in traditionally underserved populations. You’ll have opportunities to work with Oxford House, Department of Children and Family Services and more than 50 community- and school-based mentoring organizations. You’ll also be able to work on one of the leading journals in community psychology—the Journal of Prevention & Intervention in the Community—which is housed here at DePaul.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of consultation

Advanced community psychology

Principles of human diversity

Seminar in program evaluation

Thesis research seminar

Seminar in prevention and intervention

Grant writing in psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2022-12-05 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

Bring your tomorrow closer

TOEFL^® IBT

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Liberal Arts View 1133 other Masters in Psychology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

Bring your tomorrow closer

TOEFL^® IBT

Other requirements

General requirements

Resume
Personal statement
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores
Three letters of recommendation
One official transcript from each institution attended
Application fee of $40

Tuition Fee

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International

18000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 750 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

18000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 750 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Chicago

1297 - 2491 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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