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An Erikson Institute degree can help you make a difference for young children and their families.
At Erikson, we are committed to creating a supportive community that emphasizes social justice, relationship-based education, and reflective practice — the hallmark of the Erikson experience.
Hone your skills affordably and flexibly with our 100% online program featuring guaranteed scholarship funding, full- and part-time options, and five in-demand concentrations (Leadership/Advocacy, STEM, SEL, Bilingual/ESL, and Language/Literacy). No GRE required.
Our applied research generates new knowledge and invigorates our academic curriculum.
We help leaders enhance their capacity to positively influence early childhood policy.
Our workshops for professionals are led by experts in childhood development, early education, and social work.
Our faculty members are recognized scholars and respected voices for children and families.
The Edward Neisser Library is a supportive resource for students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
Our alumni are a global community serving the needs of young children and their families.
Concerned about your child’s behavior? Our clinical team provides mental health services for families with children birth to age 8.
Our infant specialists provide support over the phone and in homes for families struggling with their infants’ crying, sleeping, and feeding.
We help adults who work with children and families deepen their skills and knowledge, improving their capacity to provide support.
Geoffrey A. Nagle, PhD
President and Chief Executive Officer
Erikson Institute congratulates J.B. Pritzker on becoming the 43rd Governor of Illinois. A core component of Erikson’s work is advocating for public policies that benefit very young children and their families, and Governor-elect Pritzker has long supported such initiatives. Read more
As Chicago, and the nation, awaits a verdict in the highly-publicized trial of police officer Jason Van Dyke for the tragic shooting death of Laquan McDonald, Erikson Institute is focused on the impact that reactions to this controversial event will have on very young children. Read more
Newly released data: 76 percent of Illinois children are not ready for kindergarten. That should be a wake-up call to the fact that school success begins with investments as early in life as possible. Read more
The practice of separating families that arrive at the southern U.S. border is creating a humanitarian crisis and potentially inflicting trauma on young children. Read more
During a period of uncertainty and change, Erikson remains committed to the ideals of inclusion, fairness, and social justice, as well as ensuring that all children have an equitable opportunity to achieve their full potential. Read more
Make a gift to Erikson to strengthen and sustain work that has limitless, lifelong influence on young children and their families. And that gives every gift meaning beyond measure.
