Applied Behavior Analysis - Master of Arts
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Duration2 year(s)
Tuition FeeUSD 47,916 / Years
Next IntakeJuly 5, 2022
Applied Behavior Analysis - Master of Arts
About
The Master of Arts degree in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed for persons who plan to be involved in the delivery of behavioral services and interventions to public consumers. It provides the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge and applied competence in the delivery of behavior analysis to improve the quality of life of consumers in various service settings.
The degree is relevant for persons interested in pursuing careers in behavior analysis that require the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential. The program offers graduate-level course work and supervised fieldwork in behavior analysis required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to sit for the national Board Certification exam, which students complete independently. The program develops knowledge and competencies in the administration of behavior analysis beyond an undergraduate or graduate certificate program. It provides students with skills a BCBA requires, such as strong communication, analytical, and scientist-practitioner skills, as well as interpersonal skills that facilitate collaboration with and leadership of professional groups.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the University and of the College of Education, students must meet the requirements specified below.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
An applicant to the Master of Arts degree in Applied Behavior Analysis must:
- submit both departmental and university application forms.
- submit three letters of recommendation from persons knowledgeable about the applicant’s academic potential to pursue graduate study and competence or potential to deliver applied behavior analysis services.
- submit a statement of professional goals that clearly describe the applicant’s reasons for pursuing the master’s degree and the goals that the degree will help them attain.
- have access to high-speed internet and the appropriate technologies.
- A grade-point average of 3.00 or higher in the last two years of undergraduate and all graduate courses.
- Experience working with children and youth with disabilities in a school or camp or other experience with behavior analysis that is acceptable to the faculty.
- Professional goals that are consistent with the objectives of the degree program.
- A test of English language proficiency for students for whom English is not a first language.
- Submission of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
Requirements for the Master of Arts Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis
The program is available under Plan A (with thesis). Students must complete a minimum of 38 credits from the following:
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
English Program Requirements
Due to cancellations of many international English language proficiency tests, MSU will be temporarily accepting the following tests for international students applying for fall semester 2022. In addition, MSU will be expanding the ability for students to receive provisional admission. If a provisionally admitted student is able to take a test that meets our regular admission standards prior to enrollment, we will update their admission status to regular.
Fee Information
How to Apply
Plan for application fee
The $75 application fee is required to officially submit your application for admission.
Have official transcripts sent from your school
Request that all secondary schools, colleges, universities attended and/or examination boards send original or attested copies of all transcripts, marks sheets, certificates and diplomas earned directly to the Office of Admissions at Michigan State University. These can be sent through the online services listed below or by mail. If sending by mail, any hard copy of academic records must be sent in an official, sealed envelope.
Online services:
Parchment
Common App
Coalition for College
Naviance
eScrip-Safe
National Student Clearing House
Parchment
Common App
Coalition for College
Naviance
eScrip-Safe
National Student Clearing House
Mail:
Office of Admissions
Hannah Administration Building
426 Auditorium Road, Room 250
East Lansing, MI 48824-2604
Office of Admissions
Hannah Administration Building
426 Auditorium Road, Room 250
East Lansing, MI 48824-2604
In addition, if the original documents are not issued in English, an official translation of each document must be provided along with the original language documents. Translations may be done by the school, college or university attended or an authorized/official translator in the country of study. Review MSU's International transcript requirements for country-specific transcript information.
Note: Documents submitted to MSU as part of the application process will not be returned.
Select your major preference
As a freshman you do not have to officially declare your major yet, however you will be asked to select your major preference on the application. If you are undecided, select the "Exploratory preference" option.
Changing your major preference
After submitting the application, fall freshman applicants have until May 1 to change their major preference in their account. Any student who applies, or is admitted, after May 1 cannot change their major preference until they meet with an academic adviser at New Student Orientation (NSO).
Indicate any college-level course work completed
If you anticipate the completion of any college-level course work prior to attending MSU, it is recommended that you indicate this on your application or contact the Office of Admissions to let us know.
Submit English language proficiency test results
Have the testing agency (TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, MSUELT or MELAB accepted) provide proof of English proficiency directly to MSU if your first language is not English. MSU's TOEFL code is 1465. MSU is test optional, which means international students are encouraged, though not required, to submit SAT or ACT scores. The SAT code is 1465; the ACT code is 2032.
Review our full overview on English language proficiency for details on temporary exceptions due to the impact of the novel coronavirus — including additional tests being accepted and expanded opportunities for provisional admission.
Student visa requirements
In order to obtain the documents needed to file for a student visa (I-20 or DS-2019), admitted students must show adequate proof of financial support. Upon acceptance, admitted students will be required to upload a signed affidavit of support and bank statement with the name of the account holder in English through your admissions account. Please do not send financial documents in paper form at the time of application.
Do not send letters of recommendation
Do not send letters of recommendation, photographs, portfolios or additional personal essays. Doing so will delay processing of your application.
Applied Behavior Analysis - Master of Arts
Michigan State University
United States of America, East Lansing