Overview

Through an online curriculum approved by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), graduate students will learn how to develop, implement and evaluate quality techniques that result in positive behavioral change in people with exceptionalities.

Saint Joseph’s University’s online ABA master’s degree is designed for individuals with a background in education or the social sciences who are interested in becoming Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA). However, anyone with an interest in learning about positive behavioral interventions and support can also benefit from this program. Our innovative program covers the foundations of behavior analysis, including the principles of learning and behavior, as well as how to purposefully apply these principles in educational, health and business environments.

What Can You Do With a Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis?

Behavior analysis is most widely used in therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities. It’s also used to address a variety of cognitive, emotional or behavioral challenges related to addiction, anxiety, eating disorders and learning disorders.

Obtaining a master’s in ABA will allow you to pursue and excel in numerous careers such as:

Board certified behavioral analyst*
Behavioral specialist in a school setting
School counselor
Educational consultant
Behavioral sports psychology
Organizational behavior management
Mobile therapist
Psychologist
Behavioral specialist in clinical and community settings

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concepts & Principles of Behavioral Analysis
Ethics & Professionalism in Behavioral Analysis
Measuring & Evaluating Behavioral Change
Behavior Assessment
Behavior Change Procedures
Collaboration, Supervision, & Management in Behavioral Analysis

Science and Philosophy of Behavioral Analysis

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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More details

Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Organisational Behaviour View 157 other Masters in Organisational Behaviour in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission you must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and have earned an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
Submit a personal statement.
Submit resume.
Submit two letters of recommendation.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16200 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16200 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

16200 USD / year

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Funding

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What Can You Do With a Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis?

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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