University of Illinois at Chicago
University of Illinois at Chicago

1200 West Harrison Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Extended Accelerator - Bachelor of Arts - Psychology: Applied Psychology

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

Extended Accelerator Program (EAP) combines language, culture and academics to give students a deep understanding of life in and out of the American classroom and includes personalized English-language instruction and tutoring.

As a student in the Extended Accelerator, you’ll get:

  • A contextual curriculum that mixes language, culture and academics
  • Exclusive access to a course focusing on life in the U.S. and in the local community
  • A full year’s worth of college credits
  • Extensive English-language tutoring, academic advising and student support
  • Personalized English-language support specific to the classes you take

Students interested in an education that emphasizes an understanding of human behavior should consider a major in psychology. Psychology as a major can lead to a broad range of career possibilities. An education that focuses on behavior principles is valuable for anyone whose future involves interacting with others. Psychologists pursue careers in such areas as clinical services, health services, business, industry, testing, education, and behavioral research. There are plenty of career opportunities for students with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, particularly in the areas of social work, healthcare, business, and human resources.

The Department of Psychology offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology. A student has the option of completing an Applied Psychology concentration which requires students to take an introductory course in psychology, as well as courses in research methods and statistics. It is designed to give a student not only a strong base in the core curriculum of psychology, but also an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

65%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

4.5

Writing

4.5

Listening

4.5

Speaking

4.5

Reading

36

Writing

36

Listening

36

Speaking

36

Program Intakes

Open date

July 11, 2024

Submission deadline

April 15, 2025

Open date

July 11, 2025

Submission deadline

July 20, 2025

Open date

June 11, 2025

Submission deadline

December 11, 2025

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$20460 USD

Cost of Living

$0 USD

Application fee

$41203 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Health Insurance Fee: $2400 per year
Student Fees: $2,038 per year
Academic Facilities Maintenance Fund Assessment Fee: $452 per year
Library and Information Technology Assessment Fee: $294 per year
Non-Refundable Deposit Fee: $2,000 (one-time)