Overview

Both of University of Rochester's Applied Behavior Analysis programs include all the coursework and at least 150 hours of university-supervised ABA practicum experience; the additional practicum hours needed to sit for the state licensing and BCBA exams can be accrued by students independently, or by taking our credit-bearing practicum multiple times.

Key facts

The program prepares students to be leaders in the clinical practice of behavior analysis. Our comprehensive program prepares students for the national board certification examination in behavior analysis as well as the New York State licensure requirements. Our program is the only ABA master’s degree program in the country that is offered in collaboration with a major medical center. Tailor your education to your professional interests and career goals by choosing from six specialization areas:

Autism and Developmental Disabilities
Development (Child/Adolescent/Adulthood)
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Gerontology
Medical Applications of ABA
Research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Behavior Analysis
Methods and Applications in Applied Behavior Analysis
Assessment and Treatment of Challenging Behaviors
Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis

Staff Training and Performance Management
Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Rochester, United States

Disciplines

Psychology Organisational Behaviour View 285 other Masters in Organisational Behaviour in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form

Current résumé and work history

One required essay (250-500 word limit)

Applicant interesting fact (25 word limit)

School-issued official transcripts, scanned and uploaded for each college attended

Test-taker results for GMAT or GRE

Contact information for two references who can provide a professional recommendation, if contacted

$90 application fee

Test-taker results for TOEFL or IELTS, scanned and uploaded

InitialView interview and writing sample (optional)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

53940 USD / year

≈ 53940 USD / year
Out-of-State

53940 USD / year

≈ 53940 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53940 USD / year

≈ 53940 USD / year

Living costs

Rochester

United States

925 - 1350 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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