Overview

The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis offers courses of study students can apply toward advanced degrees or toward careers as Board Certified Behavior Analysts.

The mission of Western Connecticut State University’s ABA program is to provide high-quality behavior analytic instruction to practitioners. We offer courses with advanced online technology in an academic environment dedicated to education and research.

Program learning goals and objectives

Students will be able to demonstrate mastery of the knowledge of the basic skills, underlying principles of applied behavior analysis. In addition, students will demonstrate mastery of the knowledge of the application of practice-oriented skills in applied behavior analysis.

The goal of the program is to provide instruction such that students are professionally competent and proficient in all areas of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and such that students are prepared the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification Examination provided by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Use assistive technology to promote the skills of speaking, reading, writing, and listening with individuals with developmental disabilities who require behavioral modifications.
Prepare and submit a competitive grant proposal to a public or private organization.
Evaluate research for utility in the practice of diagnosing and treating individuals with developmental disabilities or behavior modification needs.
Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in all areas of the Behavior Analyst Task List Fifth Edition.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Behavior Analysis
Assistive Technology for Applied Behavior Analysis
Grant Writing for Applied Behavior Analysis
Capstone Project in Applied Behavior Analysis
Ethics and Professional Issues

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Danbury, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

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General requirements

Application for admission to the Office of Graduate Admissions and a $50 application fee. Online Application
Applicants for the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
One official transcript mailed to the Office of Graduate Admissions from each college or university previously attended, including all earned grades and degree
Applicant’s cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) must be at least a 2.8 for admission into program.
Applicant must submit professional resume/vitae.
Applicant must submit response to the following essay question: In a single, double-spaced page please tell us why you believe you are a good “fit” for Western Connecticut State University’s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19398 USD / year

≈ 19398 USD / year
Out-of-State

13074 USD / year

≈ 13074 USD / year
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In-State

8716 USD / year

≈ 8716 USD / year

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