Master in Applied Behavior Analysis (Master's)

Tuition is The Future Leader in Behavior Analysis Award covers up to 50% of tuition for students enrolling in the 2026-2027 academic year..

This online master's programme focuses on the science of behavior and its application in clinical and research settings. Students develop skills in behavior change methods, functional assessment, and experimental research design. The curriculum integrates a thesis research project completed through practicum courses. Graduates are prepared for roles requiring scientific and clinical expertise in behavior analysis.

Focus areas include Behavior change methodologies, Functional assessment and analysis, Experimental research design, Verbal behavior, Ethics in behavior analysis, Supervision in behavior analysis.

The programme requires 40 credits, with 32 credits in didactic coursework and 8 credits in practicum courses. Students complete a thesis research project during the practicum phase.

Graduates pursue roles as behavior analysts in clinical, educational, and research settings, including positions requiring BCBA certification.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Required documents include official transcripts, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation. No standardized test is required.

The programme totals about 40 credit hours. Online, full-time, 20 months. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 66% of applicants.

Simmons University, founded in 1899 and located in Boston, blends a strong liberal arts tradition with career-focused professional programs. With about 6,364 students and 61 programs across undergraduate and graduate levels, Simmons emphasizes personalized learning, experiential education and professional preparation. Its urban setting connects students to internships, research collaborations and cultural resources across one of the United States’ leading academic and healthcare hubs.

Academic life at Simmons features small classes, interdisciplinary study and opportunities to translate classroom learning into practice through internships, practicums and applied projects. The university’s career services and alumni network support job placement while faculty mentorship helps students develop professional portfolios and industry contacts. Programs span healthcare, business, education, the arts and technology, each oriented toward employability and real-world impact.

Campus life balances a close-knit community with access to Boston’s museums, hospitals, startups and arts scene, providing international students both support and vibrant opportunity. Practical services include orientation, housing assistance and international advising to ease transition into study and life in the city. Prospective applicants should review program requirements, application deadlines and scholarship options to find the Simmons pathway best aligned with their academic and career goals.