Leading the Nation in Behavior Analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) masters students receive advanced academic and professional training in behavior analysis with specialization in autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, community integration strategies, program evaluation and organizational development and staff training and development.

Students are prepared to serve clients and employers with strong academic, research, clinical and professional skills in a rigorous and effective manner. The ABA program has depth and flexibility and currently ranks third in the country by the Applied Behavior Analysis Programs Guide.

Fall cohort applications are accepted beginning October 1 each year and require a personal statement, professional resume/curriculum vitae, undergraduate and/or graduate transcript and three letters of recommendation.

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Program Requirements Applied Behavioral Analysis M.S.

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Value-Added Education

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Partnerships: Our faculty have connections and work with more than 100 agencies across the country and world.
Global program: Our students come from all over the world to learn together and take their skills back to their communities.
Research-driven: Students present their cutting-edge research at state, regional and international conferences.
Board Certification: Coursework includes approved courses for Behavior Analyst Certification Board with a high pass rate.
Accreditation: Campus and online programs are fully accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International.

I had no idea how all the knowledge acquired in this program would impact my professional and personal life.

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Contact Us with Questions

Dr. Stephen Walker

  • Program Director

Graduate Admissions

(320) 308-2113 | 101 Administrative Services Building

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Paying for Your Education Use these resources to financially support your degree completion

The Office of Financial Aid is your resource for financial assistance options such as financial aid, loans and grants.

FINANCIAL AID

Graduate assistantships area available across campus and are categorized by program assistant, research assistant or teaching assistant.

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Application Deadlines

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Fall February 1 (priority) March 1 (final) February 1 (priority) March 1 (final) February 1 (priority) March 1 (final)
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