Admission Dates and Deadlines
Dates and Deadlines
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is due at least three months preceding the term for which you are applying. Completing your taxes before filing your FAFSA helps to ensure accuracy and speed of processing. You may submit the FAFSA closer to your start date, but processing may be delayed.
Term Start Dates
| Term | Date | Online | Campus-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I 2025 | January 6, 2025 | X | X |
| Spring II 2025 | March 3, 2025 | X | |
| Summer I* 2025 | May 5, 2025 | X | X |
| Summer II 2025 | June 30, 2025 | X | |
| Fall I 2025 | August 25, 2025 | X | X |
| Fall II 2025 | October 20, 2025 | X |
*All campus-based programs are accepting enrollments for Summer term, except for: Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Psy.D. School Psychology, M.A. Counseling Psychology, and Ed.S. School Psychology.
**Online programs begin every eight weeks (Spring I, Spring II, Summer I, Summer II, Fall I, and Fall II) and have a rolling admissions policy. Campus based programs begin every sixteen weeks (Spring I, Summer I, and Fall I).
Priority Deadlines:
| Semester & Programs | Priority Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall I 2025 | |
| Psy.D. Clinical Psychology*** | April 15, 2025 |
***The Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology programs at Anaheim, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. have a rolling admissions process. Students are notified of acceptance shortly after the interview. Admitted students must make a deposit to retain a spot in the program. Students are required to deposit by April 15 to retain their spot in the program. After April 15, spots may be offered based on availability.
International Students
Our U.S. campus-based programs in Anaheim, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. are approved for international student enrollment and are currently accepting applications for the fall and spring semesters.
International applicants are encouraged to complete the admissions process earlier due to visa timelines. More information can be found here.
International applicants to online programs should consult with the International Admissions Office on deadlines and timelines regarding the admissions process (international dialing fees may apply):
312-488-6039
Toll-free (free from within the U.S.): +1-800-721-8072
WhatsApp: +1-312-978-2840
Email: [email protected]