Overview

The Applied Behavior Analysis M.S. at Saint Louis University provides a comprehensive foundation in the science of why and how human behaviour occurs. This programme equips students with the empirical evidence and behavior-analytic skills required to implement meaningful changes across diverse professional environments. Students learn to use direct assessments and research to design interventions that enhance individual and organisational well-being.

Why Applied Behavior Analysis at Saint Louis University?

This programme distinguishes itself through a deep commitment to cultural humility, requiring students to examine personal biases to better serve diverse populations. Saint Louis University provides a practice-integrated education where fieldwork is embedded directly into the curriculum, removing the need for students to secure their own placements. Furthermore, the university offers a transparent flat-fee tuition structure to ensure financial predictability throughout the course of study.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 41000 per full
National fee: USD 41000 per full
Local fee: USD 41000 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to cover core behavioral principles and advanced research methodologies. Modules may include:

Supervision and Organizational Behavior Management
Philosophy of Behavioral Science
Behavior Analysis
Behavioral Assessment
Behavior Change and Process
Ethics in Behavior Analysis
Measurement & Experimental Design
Advanced Clinical Research Capstone
Thesis Research

Careers with Applied Behavior Analysis

Graduates are prepared to sit for the BCBA examination and pursue roles across the health, education, and social services sectors. Alumni often find employment supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities or working within mental health institutions. The skills gained are also highly applicable to organisational behaviour management, criminal justice, sports performance, and gerontology. Many graduates also progress to doctoral-level research programmes in behaviour analysis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles and concepts in behavior analysis

Measurement and experimental design

Behavioral assessment

Behavior change and process

Behavior change and ethics

Supervision and organizational behavior management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

36-39

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Saint Louis, United States

Disciplines

Public Health Organisational Behaviour Health Sciences View 284 other Masters in Organisational Behaviour in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application form and fee $65

Transcript(s)

Two letters of recommendation (one academic, one professional)

Résumé

Interview (May be requested)

Professional Statement

Demonstrate English Language Proficiency

Financial documents are required to complete an application for admission and be reviewed for admission and merit scholarships.

Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20500 USD / year

≈ 20500 USD / year
Out-of-State

20500 USD / year

≈ 20500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20500 USD / year

≈ 20500 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Louis

United States

1015 - 1530 USD / month

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