Adler School of Professional Psychology Catalog 2008 – 2009
Adler School of Professional Psychology Catalog 2008 – 2009
Adler School of Professional Psychology Catalog 2008 – 2009
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Admissions Policies and Procedures<br />
Application Process<br />
The <strong>Adler</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>essional <strong>Psychology</strong> takes pride in its diverse<br />
student body, representing a wide range <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional interests, ethnic and<br />
cultural backgrounds, and academic and work histories. The <strong>School</strong> admits<br />
individuals with a record <strong>of</strong> outstanding academic achievement and a<br />
commitment to social responsibility. Ideal candidates for admission are those,<br />
who will make a difference in the lives <strong>of</strong> the individuals, families, and in the<br />
communities they plan to serve upon graduation.<br />
All applicants for admission to <strong>Adler</strong> <strong>School</strong> degree programs and<br />
specializations must have a baccalaureate degree from a college or university<br />
that is regionally accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency or an<br />
equivalent academic degree from a foreign college or university. In addition, all<br />
applicants must fulfill the minimum admission requirements for the program<br />
they choose and must demonstrate acceptable pr<strong>of</strong>iciency in spoken and<br />
written English. Applicants nearing completion <strong>of</strong> a baccalaureate degree may<br />
apply for early admission contingent upon successful completion <strong>of</strong> the<br />
undergraduate degree.<br />
Possession <strong>of</strong> the minimum requirements does not ensure admission. The<br />
<strong>School</strong> reserves the right to admit or deny admission based on the pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
judgment <strong>of</strong> the faculty and administration involved in the admissions process.<br />
Applicants must submit the following:<br />
• <strong>Adler</strong> <strong>School</strong> Application for Admission;<br />
• Autobiographic essay/personal statement;<br />
• Application fee ($50.00);<br />
• Three letters <strong>of</strong> recommendation accompanying the <strong>Adler</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
recommendation form; and<br />
• Resume or curriculum vitae.<br />
Application forms can be completed online or mailed to the Office <strong>of</strong><br />
Admissions. Students submitting U.S. or Canadian transcripts should have<br />
<strong>of</strong>ficial transcripts sent directly to the Office <strong>of</strong> Admissions. Other international<br />
transcripts must be evaluated by a transcript evaluation service such as World<br />
Education Service (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators<br />
(www.ece.org). Please contact the Office <strong>of</strong> Admissions for specific transcript<br />
translation requirements.<br />
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