Overview

Rider University’s Applied Psychology graduate program teaches students Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles to solve performance problems, build new behaviors and strengthen existing appropriate behaviors.

Students will gain a compassionate understanding of individual differences and the skills needed to develop strategies that will impact behavior and learning. This program can be completed part time, with classes available in the evenings.

ABA Explained

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach to changing behavior. Rider University’s graduate program in ABA is designed for students looking to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts® (BCBA®).

BCBAs® use behavior analytic assessment and interventions to produce meaningful and socially significant changes in behavior in community, home, educational and work settings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Learning

Observational Methods and Functional Assessment

Single Subject Research Design and Analysis

Creating Effective and Ethical Behavior Intervention

Language Assessment and Intervention

Social Skills Assessment and Intervention

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Princeton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application for graduate study

$50 non-refundable application fee

A statement of aims and objectives (minimum one page)

Official transcripts from every college or university attended submitted directly from the institution. A bachelor's degree is required for full admission to a graduate program. You may be admitted conditionally pending receipt of your degree.

Two professional letters of recommendation

Current resume

Personal interview by invitation of faculty

Submit official notification of GMAT or GRE scores

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18900 USD / year

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Out-of-State

18900 USD / year

≈ 18900 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

18900 USD / year

≈ 18900 USD / year

Living costs

Princeton

United States

2022 - 4977 USD / month

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Funding

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Overview

ABA Explained

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Princeton

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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