Overview

Behavior analysis is an area of psychology that focuses on environmental influences on behavior. In the Master in Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis from Marquette University students will complete intensive course work, receive research mentorship, develop an area of specialization and complete rigorous practicum training.

The goals of this program will be to train behavior analysts to:

Implement state-of-the-art behavior analytic assessments and interventions
Consume, evaluate and translate basic and applied research into effective practice
Make contributions to their field through scholarly writing and presenting
Become leaders and innovators in their field

Promote the ideals of social justice and equality as professionals

Tailored specialization

Marquette students will be able to tailor their educational experience to match their professional goals and the opportunity to direct their education more heavily toward research careers or toward more direct professional practice.

Students may choose to be trained to guide intervention programs with:

children and adults with social skill deficits
young children with autism spectrum disorders
children displaying vocal or motor tics associated with Tourette syndrome
individuals displaying more significant self-injurious behavior or aggressive behavior

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Behavior Analysis
Concepts and Principles of Behavior
Single Subject Research Methods
Verbal Behavior
Functional Assessment and Treatment
Ethical and Professional Conduct for Behavior Analysts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milwaukee, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed online application form and fee.
Copies of all current and previous college/university transcripts except Marquette1
Minimum 3.00 GPA
Compose a personal statement of 1,000 words or less including explaining your academic and professional experiences and goals. The statement should explain how your experiences and/or interests would contribute to fostering diversity in the behavior analysis program.
Three letters of reference from individuals familiar with the applicant’s academic work and/or research experience.
GRE test scores (general test only, optional).
For international applicants only: a TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.
The highest-ranking applicants will be invited to an interview.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42000 USD / year

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Out-of-State

42000 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

42000 USD / year

≈ 42000 USD / year

Living costs

Milwaukee

United States

1066 - 1767 USD / month

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The goals of this program will be to train behavior analysts to:

Tailored specialization

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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