BA in Applied Psychology in Chicago United States | University of Illinois Chicago

The Applied Psychology Program was designed with the core principle that rigorous academic study should be integrated with meaningful hands-on experience, equipping you with both the qualifications and self-assurance to excel in your professional journey.

Our students' achievements have led to the Program's expansion, now offering more than 330 authorized internship locations across Chicago and its suburbs, covering diverse psychology applications. With the Program's increasing prestige, numerous community organizations in the Chicagoland area actively seek our students. Field supervisors consistently evaluate our interns as outstanding and exceptional.

Annually, the program contributes over 40,000 hours of community support to our region. Our partner locations encompass:

Mental health facilities, developmental disability services, autism programs, community prevention initiatives, addiction treatment centers, after-school programs, and homeless support services.
Healthcare networks, rehabilitation hospitals, and numerous community mental health and social service providers.
Corporate sectors involving human resources, professional training, and business psychology applications.
Legal settings such as prosecutor's offices, child advocacy centers for abuse victims, services for unaccompanied youth, and adult/juvenile probation facilities.