Graduate Forensic Psychology Programs

Graduate studies in forensic psychology prepare students for careers in the criminal justice and civil legal systems. From profiling suspects to assessing the mental health of prisoners, forensic psychologists play a pertinent role in legal procedures. Students can study forensic psychology at all graduate levels, including masters and doctorate programs, as well as graduate certificate programs.
  1. John Jay College of Criminal Justice

    • The John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a part of the City University of New York system of colleges in New York City. In addition to a range of undergraduate coursework, John Jay features a graduate doctoral program in psychology. The school's Doctoral Program in Psychology hosts 11 subprograms, including the Subprogram in Forensic Psychology. Students matriculated into the full-time program take classes within the program's comprehensive curriculum of clinical and experimental forensic psychology training. This 90-credit program includes core courses like Experimental Psychology & Law, Psychometrics and Introduction to Forensic Psychology, as well as a selection of electives and opportunities for practicums.

      John Jay College of Criminal Justice
      899 Tenth Ave.
      New York, NY 10019
      212-237-8000
      jjay.cuny.edu

    The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

    • The Chicago School of Professional Psychology has branch campuses throughout the country, as well as an international campus in China. The Chicago location offers varying levels of graduate study in forensic psychology. The doctorate program gives students opportunities to engage in clinical experience through community partnerships. The school also features two masters programs, including the Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology: Applied Forensic Services, which combines online study and flexible hours that make it an ideal choice for students with careers. Additionally, the Certificate in Applied Forensics takes less than five months to complete, and allows students to earn credits in applied forensics studies that are easily transferable if students opt to pursue higher degrees of study in the field.

      The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
      325 N. Wells St.
      Chicago, IL 60654
      312-329-6600
      thechicagoschool.edu

    Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology

    • Located in the Massachusetts metropolis of Boston, the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology offers several degree and certificate programs in a range of psychology related specialties, including the Master of Arts in Forensic and Counseling Psychology. The 2-year program's curriculum focuses on theory and practice, while combining online learning with intensive weekend classes on campus. Some of the program's courses include Behavioral Criminology, Adult Psychopathology and Lifespan Development, in addition to internships and a field practicum.

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

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