Adler University

Adler University occupies an urban campus in downtown Chicago's Loop district, with its main facility housed in a modern high-rise building on South Michigan Avenue. Founded in 1952 as the Alfred Adler Institute of Chicago, the institution focuses exclusively on graduate-level education in psychology, counseling, and social services, following the principles of Alfred Adler's social interest and community health theories. The university maintains selective admission standards for its doctoral and master's degree programs, with particular emphasis on clinical psychology, counseling psychology, and public policy studies. Students primarily commute to classes, as the university does not provide residential facilities, and many participate in extensive practicum experiences through partnerships with Chicago-area healthcare providers and community organizations.