Online MA in ABA
MA ABA Program Data
This table summarizes annual program outcomes, enrollment, applications, admissions, and certification examination results. Where applicable, figures combine Fall and Spring admission cycles for each reporting year.
| 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | |
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| Number of students whose degrees were conferred by the program | 60 | 54 | 45 | 46 | 47 |
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Number of first-time candidates sitting for their Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) examination and first-time test taker pass rate. *This number reflects students from both MS ABA and MA ABA program. |
Not yet reported | 44 (86%) | 24 (83%) | 47 (70%) | 22 (77%) *7 (86%) |
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Number of first-time candidates sitting for Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) examination. *This number reflects students from both MS ABA and MA ABA program. |
Not yet reported | 11 (100%) | 7 (100%) | Not reported | *8 (100%) |
| Median years until graduation for students whose degrees were conferred by the program. | 1.75 | 1.75 | 1.75 | 1.75 | 1.75 |
| Number of students enrolled in the program on January 1st of the reporting year. | 135 | 125 | 111 | 116 | 105 |
| Number of students no longer enrolled for any reason other than conferral of degree. | 3 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 12 |
| Number of completed applications reviewed. This reflects the number of applications the program reviewed, not the total applications accepted by graduate admissions. | 350 | 289 | 181 | 152 | 106 |
| Number of students admitted during the reporting year. | 66 | 73 | 67 | 55 | 49 |
Notes: Examination results are presented as the number of first-time candidates followed by the pass rate in parentheses. “Not yet reported” indicates that results were unavailable at the time of publication. An asterisk denotes combined MS ABA and MA ABA program data where indicated.
Program Mission
The mission of the Online Master of Arts program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is to address the nationwide shortage of behavior analysts by training students to become ethical scientist-practitioners in this field. Our program is designed to prepare students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills required for board certification and empower them to contribute effectively and significantly to the communities they serve. Through a blend of rigorous coursework and opportunities for practical training, we are committed to preparing our students to become leaders in applied behavior analysis.
Program Objectives
Prepare students with the foundational and applied knowledge in the science and practice of behavior analysis. Prepare students to meet current Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) certification requirements to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Train students to become ethical scientist-practitioners through the application of evidence-based practices.
- Provide rigorous coursework and practical training opportunities that support eligibility for BCBA certification.
- Support students in completing 1,500 hours of Concentrated Supervised Fieldwork across approved settings.
- Graduate students within 2 years who pass the BACB exam at a rate above the national average