Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis

For Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis, tuition is Cost per credit and fee information can be found on the website at www.assumption.edu/gradfinaid..

This program prepares students to become well-rounded behavior analysts by teaching the science of behavior and its application to solve socially significant problems. It emphasizes evidence-based, behavioral approaches to assessment and treatment, integrating fieldwork with coursework to develop applied skills. The program is recognized as Tier 2A by the Association for Behavior Analysis International and prepares graduates to sit for the BCBA exam.

The Master of Arts program is 43 credits, with a 48-credit thesis option available. It includes coursework in applied, experimental, and conceptual branches of behavior analysis, integrated with a practicum series for fieldwork experience. Students choose between a capstone experience or a research thesis.

Graduates are prepared for clinical and research-based positions, and meet educational requirements to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam under Pathway 1, and can apply for licensure as an applied behavior analyst in Massachusetts.

The program does not require the GRE/GMAT. Applications are reviewed holistically, focusing on transcripts, letters of recommendation, and personal statements. The median undergraduate GPA for admitted applicants is 3.17.

The programme totals about 43 credit hours. On-campus, with classes meeting once per week in the evening. Can be completed full-time in two years or part-time in about three years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 87% of applicants.

Founded by the Augustinians of the Assumption, Assumption University is a Catholic university in Worcester, Massachusetts, in the heart of New England. For 120 years, Assumption students have pursued curiosity in the classroom and beyond, alongside a commitment to community and compassionate service. The university seeks to form graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship, and service to others.

Academic opportunities span undergraduate, graduate, and professional study. The university's schools and colleges include the Grenon School of Business, Froelich School of Nursing, D'Amour College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the School of Health Professions. Graduate options include applied behavior analysis, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, special education, organizational leadership, and several MBA programs. Students can also pursue dual degrees, some in as few as five years, as well as accelerated programs in nursing and other fields.

Assumption's educational model connects knowledge with self-discovery, career readiness, and practical experience. Students have access to academic support, faculty and staff mentorship, career development and internships, student wellness, recognized organizations, community service and immersion trips, residential life, and spiritual life. International students can use the International Student Success Center, participate in study-abroad opportunities, and consider the Rome campus. Campus life also includes NCAA athletics, with 26 teams and more than a third of students competing at that level.