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The Chicago School, Washington DC : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About The Chicago School

In the nation's capital, class conversations often meet real community needs. The Chicago School's Washington DC campus is known for strengths in psychology, behavioral health, and organizational studies, taught with a practitioner scholar approach that keeps theory tied to practice. Students use tech-equipped classrooms, collaborative spaces, and quiet study nooks, with advising, career coaching, library access, and wellness support. The culture is close-knit and purpose driven, open to many perspectives.

Student groups spark talks, outreach, and low key social events, and the city becomes a living lab. Fieldwork and internships draw on agencies, nonprofits, schools, hospitals, and consulting firms, building judgment and connections. Career services sharpen résumés and interviews. And the location offers museums, parks, and quick transit across neighborhoods. The campus has a reputation for community partnership projects and culturally responsive training that sticks.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
901 15th St., NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, USA
Unit ID
459745

Academic & Institutional

Control
Private non-profit institution (tuition + donations)
Accreditation
WSCUC
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Master's
Post-Master's
Doctorate (R)
Doctorate (P)
Campus Setting
Located in a large city (population of 250,000 or more)
Carnegie Classification
4-Year Focus - Engineering
Student Profile
Total Students 615
Undergraduate N/A
Graduate/Other N/A
Male: 95 Female: 520
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 40
Full-time 38
Part-time 2
Full-time: 95% Part-time: 5%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

The Chicago School, Washington DC offers 8 degree programs across 3 major academic fields, graduating approximately 146 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Psychology (6 programs, 116 graduates), Health (1 programs, 24 graduates) and Business (1 programs, 6 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Psychology (6 programs, 116 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Clinical Psychology 60
Doctorate (P)
42.2801
Applied Behavior Analysis 19
Master's
Post-Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.2814
Forensic Psychology 17
Master's
42.2812
Industrial-Organizational Psychology 13
Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.2804
Psychology 5
Doctorate (R)
42.9999
Counseling Psychology 2
Master's
42.2803
Health (1 programs, 24 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Mental Health Counseling 24
Master's
51.1508
Business (1 programs, 6 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Organizational Leadership 6
Doctorate (R)
52.0213

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
N/A
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
N/A
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
N/A
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
N/A
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
N/A
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
N/A
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$26,136
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$26,136
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

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FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
N/A
Avg. Loan
N/A
Avg. Federal Loan
N/A
Additional
Students with Any Grant
N/A
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
N/A
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
N/A
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
N/A
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

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Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
N/A
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$37,351 – $81,942
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$37,351 (25th %) $81,942 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $56,899
Median Salary After 6 Years
$51,817
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$56,899
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
N/A
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
N/A
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$20,000
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Repayment by Dependency

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about The Chicago School, Washington DC

What academic programs and degree levels does The Chicago School, Washington DC offer?

The Chicago School, Washington DC offers 8 academic programs across 3 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Master's, Post-Master's, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional).

Most popular program areas include:

  • Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies (6 programs)
  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (1 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (1 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the average salary for The Chicago School, Washington DC graduates?

The Chicago School, Washington DC graduates earn a median salary of $51,817 after 6 years and $56,899 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $37,351 (25th percentile) to $81,942 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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