Dr. Alexandra Solomon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alexandra H. Solomon, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct professor at the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University. She has been teaching the undergraduate course "Building Loving Lasting Relationships: Marriage 101" for 25 years, which has received significant media attention. Previously, Solomon served as a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University until 2019. Her clinical practice focuses on individuals and couples, and she was the principal investigator for the Family Institute's Family Business Project. Solomon continues to lead the Relational Self-Awareness Lab at the Family Institute and directs a team of graduate students in various thought leadership projects related to clinician education and relationship education. She actively presents at professional conferences and has contributed to major media outlets, discussing topics on marriage and family dynamics. An award-winning author, she has published several books, including "Loving Bravely" and "Taking Sexy Back", aimed at helping readers cultivate healthy relationships. Solomon has received numerous accolades, including an Honorable Mention from the Society for Sex Therapy Research.

Research Interests

Awards

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Honorable Mention

2020-06-01
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Elected Lecturer

2015-06-01
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Staff Achievement Award

2012-12-01

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.