Forensic Psychology Graduate Degrees

University of Denver

• The Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of Denver offers a Master’s in Forensic Psychology degree program. Over two years of full-time comprehensive study, students are trained in three main areas: population assessment, individual and group therapy and professional consultation within legal and criminal justice settings. An oral clinical competency exam and professional field placement performed under peer supervision are also required.

  University of Denver
  2460 S. Vine St.
  Denver, CO 80208
  303-871-3736
  du.edu

Chicago School of Professional Psychology

• The Chicago School of Professional Psychology offers both masters and doctoral degree programs in forensic psychology. The Master of Arts in forensic psychology is available in both Chicago and Washington, D.C. Students are trained in psychological assessment, clinical intervention and treatment planning within a criminal justice setting. A Master of Arts in forensic psychology with an emphasis in applied forensic psychology services is also available through online distance learning. The Doctor of Psychology in clinical forensic psychology program is offered at campus locations in Chicago, Los Angeles and Irvine, Calif. Students gain the knowledge and skills to perform complex empirical and applied research in both professional forensic settings and educational institutions.

  The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
  325 N. Wells St.
  Chicago, IL 60654
  312-644-3333
  thechicagoschool.edu

Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology

• The Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology offers a Doctor of Psychology degree in clinical psychology with a concentration in forensic psychology. Prerequisite coursework in cognitive testing, personality assessment, cross-cultural psychology and the psychopathology of children, adolescents and adults is followed by advanced courses in forensic psychology, law and mental health. A major written project and an internship in a professional setting, such as a prison, mental health clinic of forensic hospital unit, are also required.

  Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology
  221 Rivermoor St.
  Boston, MA 02132
  617-327-6777
  mspp.edu

University of North Dakota

• The University of North Dakota offers a Master of Arts in forensic psychology that is delivered through online distance learning. All coursework is available through online video lectures with the exception of one on-campus visit. This program is comprised of two years of coursework in diversity psychology, statistics, social psychology, psychology and the law, criminal behavior and profiling, behavioral pathology and cognitive psychology.

  University of North Dakota
  3264 Campus Road
  Grand Forks, ND 58202-9021
  701-777-3491
  und.edu

Argosy University

• Argosy University offers a Master of Arts degree in forensic psychology at multiple locations throughout the United States, including Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Hawaii, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Minneapolis-St. Paul and Washington D.C. Course topics include law enforcement education and training, legal consultation, program analysis, clinical psychology skills and correctional psychology.

  Argosy University
  980 Hammond Drive Northeast
  Atlanta, GA 30328-6162
  770-671-1200
  argosy.edu

Roger Williams University

• Roger Williams University offers a Master's in Forensic Psychology with two optional tracks. Designed for students who wish to pursue a career as a forensic specialist or consultant within the civil and criminal justice system, the “pre-service” option is comprised of advanced coursework and a practicum. The "thesis" option prepares students for further academic study at the doctoral level, leading to a career in academic research and teaching.

  Roger Williams University
  One Old Ferry Road
  Bristol, RI 02809
  800-458-7144
  rwu.edu