Applied Behavior Analysis M.S.
Accreditation and Outcomes
Applied Behavior Analysis M.S. Accreditation and Outcomes
The master's in Applied Behavior Analysis has depth and flexibility and is accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International Accreditation Board and graduates meet the academic requirements for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.This program boasts:
- All courses taught by full-time faculty with Ph.D.s
- Conceptual and practical coursework
- Close faculty support to publish, present and pursue your professional goals
Students receive advanced academic and professional training in behavior analysis for careers in autism, functional analysis, developmental disabilities, community integration strategies, self-injurious behavior, program evaluation and organizational development, and staff training and development.
Statistics on graduates with BCBA pass rates and number of students
| Criteria | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students whose degrees were conferred by the program. |
17 online |
25 | 21 | 25 | 20 | 31 |
| Number of completed applications received. |
42 online |
72 | 78 | 98 | 135 | 161 |
| Number of students admitted |
26 online |
30 | 20 | 30 | 27 | 41 |
| Number of students enrolled in the program on January 1 of the reporting year. |
55 online |
68 | 57 | 66 | 60 | 61 |
| Median undergraduate grade point average (GPA) for applicants admitted | n/a | 3.16 | 3.57 | 3.49 | 3.65 | 3.41 |
| Number of students no longer enrolled for any reason other than conferral of degree during the reporting period |
6 online |
5 | 5 | 6 | N/A | N/A |
| Median years to program completion (online) | Not yet available | 3.25 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 3 | 3 |
| Median years to program completion (on campus) | Not yet available | 2.25 | 2.5 | 2.25 | 2.25 | 2.5 |
| Number of first-time candidates sitting for the BCBA examination | Not yet available | 24 | 14 | 11 | 13 | 22 |
| Percentage of first-time candidates passing the BCBA certification examination. | Not yet available | 88% | 93% | 91% | 100% | 82% |
Prior to 2025, the online and on campus programs were jointly accredited.
Additional Student Information
The mission of the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis is to produce behavior analysts with academic, research, clinical and professional skills that meet the needs of their various clients, employers and other academic entities around the world in a rigorous and effective manner.