Master in Applied Behavior Analysis (Master's)

The program admits students on a rolling basis, and tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are available on the school's website..

This programme offers a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis within the MA Applied Psychology degree. Students study core principles of behavior analysis, measurement techniques, and professional ethics. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through coursework and a capstone research project. It prepares students for roles that require evidence-based behavioral interventions in real-world settings.

Focus areas include Applied Behavior Analysis, Child and Adolescent Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Mental Health and Wellness, Organizational Leadership, Suicide and Cyberbullying Prevention.

The concentration requires nine semester credit hours of coursework. These credits are part of the total 30-credit MA Applied Psychology degree, which includes core courses, a research project, and a concentration.

Graduates enter roles in behavioral intervention, education, clinical support, and organizational behavior management.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.8 is required. Those below 2.8 must submit a personal essay, work history, and official transcripts.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. Online, part-time or full-time, with a standard full-time schedule available. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 33% of applicants.

The Chicago School began in 1979 when psychologists and educators created a model centered on hands-on training in urban, real-world settings. Its early focus was clinical psychology, preparing students for work with people from diverse backgrounds in clinics, nonprofits, government agencies, and private practice. The institution later expanded into psychology, business, behavioral sciences, counseling, and medicine.

More than 40 graduate, undergraduate, and certificate programs address integrated health needs affecting individuals, organizations, and communities. Academic offerings span the College of Professional Psychology, Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine, the College of Graduate and Professional Studies, and the College of Undergraduate Studies. Faculty have trained, guided, and supported students for more than 40 years.

Chicago is central to the institution's identity and its urban approach to education. Students may find opportunities for clinical training, community service, field research, and professional networking among diverse populations. The Chicago School also has metropolitan campuses in Anaheim, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Washington, D.C., alongside online study. International applicants must submit additional information for consideration, and the online learning experience supports students who need flexibility across locations.