About the university
Adler University is a private graduate university founded in Chicago in 1952, with a campus in downtown Vancouver since 2005. In Vancouver it teaches only graduate programmes in psychology and counselling: counselling psychology (including art therapy and school and youth streams), industrial and organisational psychology, health and wellness psychology, and a Psy.D. in clinical psychology.
Indian students look at Adler for two-year master's degrees with built-in practicum hours, and Adler lists its Vancouver master's and doctoral programmes as eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit if IRCC rules are met. Adler publishes Vancouver tuition through an estimator on its tuition page; we could not confirm international fees by year from it, so no course fees are listed here. Ask Adler admissions for a written estimate before you apply.
- Founded
- 1952 in Chicago; Vancouver campus opened in 2005
- Type
- Private graduate university (US-based), with a campus in downtown Vancouver
- Programmes in Vancouver
- 9 graduate programmes in psychology and counselling, from master's degrees to a Psy.D.
- Intakes
- Fall (international deadline 1 May) and Spring (international deadline 1 September)
- Practicum
- 700 supervised clinical hours in counselling psychology; 200-hour community practicum in every master's
- Campus
- 520 Seymour Street, downtown Vancouver
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
Adler University doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.
Scholarships
- Postgraduate, new students
Entrance Merit Scholarship (Vancouver)
Value: CAD 1,000 to CAD 7,500
Eligibility: Admitted Vancouver students, with preference for strong academic records. One entrance scholarship per student; international students should confirm eligibility with an admissions advisor.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Postgraduate, first year
Kelty & Riley Dennehy Scholarship
Value: CAD 1,000 a year
Eligibility: First-year students in counselling psychology, counselling art therapy or clinical psychology committed to mental health care for vulnerable youth.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Adler's Vancouver campus does not offer undergraduate programmes.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution. Most programmes ask for a GPA of 2.75; counselling psychology asks for 3.0 (3.25 for the thesis M.A.) and at least 15 credits of psychology.
- International transcripts need a course-by-course evaluation from a transcript evaluation service.
- International deadlines: 1 September for Spring and 1 May for Fall (Spring 2027: 1 September 2026; Fall 2027: 1 May 2027). Shortlisted applicants have an interview with a faculty member.
- Application fee CAD 30. Applicants from India pay a CAD 25,000 acceptance deposit (CAD 24,800 refundable).
Documents
- Valid passport
- Course-by-course evaluation of degree transcripts
- Statement of intent (2–3 pages) and resume or CV
- Letters of recommendation
- English test score if your previous study was not in English
- Affidavit of financial support and bank documents
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 overall, no band below 6.5 (programme pages checked) |
| PTE Academic | 66 minimum |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.5 overall on the 1–6 score scale, no section below 4.5 (Vancouver institution code 6215) |
| Waiver | Possible if your previous study was in English; confirm with an admissions advisor |
Accommodation and living costs
Adler has no residence in Vancouver. The campus runs a housing board to help students who are moving to the city find rental housing.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
The Vancouver campus is a single downtown building at 520 Seymour Street, a few blocks from Granville Street and Waterfront Station.
- Open classrooms and collaborative spaces, including a common area for student research presentations.
- Close to public transit, the most convenient way to reach campus.
- Practicum and internship placements need a co-op work permit, which can be applied for with the study permit.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Every Adler master's includes a community practicum, and counselling programmes add 700 hours of supervised clinical practice. Post-study work rights depend on IRCC rules; see our Canada guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate degree completion rate | 99.4% (FY24) | Adler University home page |
| Supervised clinical practicum in counselling psychology | 700 hours | Adler Vancouver campus page |
Studying in Canada
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Canada. Our country guide covers them in detail:
Other universities in Canada
Photo: aka Tman from Guelph.........Ontario, CANADA, CC BY 2.0 PublicUniversity of Toronto (official website, opens in a new tab)
Toronto, CanadaOften chosen for Computer Science & IT, Life Sciences, Engineering
Photo: CjayD, CC BY 2.0 PublicOften chosen for Life Sciences, Business & Management, Engineering
Photo: JFVoll, CC BY-SA 4.0 PublicUniversity of Waterloo (official website, opens in a new tab)
Waterloo, CanadaOften chosen for Computer Science & IT, Engineering, Data Science & AI
Photo: Krylan22, CC BY-SA 4.0 PublicUniversity of Windsor (official website, opens in a new tab)
Windsor, CanadaOften chosen for Engineering, Business & Management, Computer Science & IT
Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC0), CC0 PublicMcGill University (official website, opens in a new tab)
Montreal, CanadaOften chosen for Life Sciences, Engineering, Law
Photo: WinterforceMedia WinterE229, Public domain PublicUniversity of Alberta (official website, opens in a new tab)
Edmonton, CanadaOften chosen for Engineering, Data Science & AI, Life Sciences
FAQs
What does Adler Vancouver cost?
Adler publishes Vancouver tuition through an estimator on its tuition page, by programme, term and student type. Ask admissions for a written estimate for your programme. Applicants from India also pay a CAD 25,000 acceptance deposit, of which CAD 24,800 is refundable.
When are the deadlines for Indian students?
For international applicants: 1 September 2026 for Spring 2027 and 1 May 2027 for Fall 2027.
Can international students get scholarships?
Yes, they may. Entrance Merit Scholarships of CAD 1,000 to CAD 7,500 go to admitted Vancouver students. International students cannot get Canadian government student loans.
Sources
- Adler: Vancouver campus (opens in a new tab)
- Adler: International students (opens in a new tab)
- Adler: Tuition (opens in a new tab)
- Adler: Counselling Psychology (MCP) (opens in a new tab)
- Adler: Master of Psychology: Health + Wellness (Vancouver) (opens in a new tab)
- Adler: Financial aid and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Adler: History (opens in a new tab)
- Adler University home page (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.adler.edu (opens in a new tab)
Check the latest details