Northridge,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Applied Behavior Analysis in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge
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Northridge United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,304
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This two-year program follows a curriculum that combines behavioral theory with practical application, equipping you for leadership roles in the field. Through CSUN-arranged clinical placements with faculty mentorship, students gain hands-on experience. The program teaches comprehensive behavioral evaluation techniques, application of research-backed interventions, and collaborative work with families, caregivers, and educators while maintaining professional ethics. This affordable degree also provides a strong foundation for entry into elite ABA doctoral programs nationwide.
Doctoral-qualified instructors deliver all courses featuring ABAI-endorsed material, covering subjects like human growth, psychological disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions (including Autism Spectrum Disorder), and behavioral principles. The curriculum systematically builds behavior analysis competencies. Graduates who complete required supervised fieldwork become eligible to take the BCBA certification exam.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Have a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all undergraduate units
A well-written statement of purpose (approximately 1,000 words, double-spaced, 12-point font)
Original or certified copies of all academic transcripts
Students graduating with a bachelor's degree in the spring term (before June) are encouraged to apply
Three strong letters of recommendation
No GRE required
Applicants should have all of the following:
A well-written statement of purpose, for example
Expressed conceptual understanding of the field of behavior analysis, the program at CSUN, and future goals as board certified behavior analysts
Clear commitment to becoming scientist-practitioners in the field of behavior analysis
Solid academic backgrounds (e.g., high academic grades, particularly in research methods, and behavior analysis coursework, or high GREs to supplement lower GPAs)
Strong Recommendation Letters from credible recommenders who observed the candidate in various relevant settings (e.g., as a student, as a behavior interventionist, and supervisee).
Valuable clinical experience through faculty research, employment, internships, volunteerships, etc.
Admission to the program generally requires an undergraduate degree (or its equivalent for international students), from a regionally accredited institution, in Psychology. Applicants who do not have a degree in Psychology should consult with the program director.
A GPA of 3.0 is required except on approval by the Graduate Admission Committee.
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all undergraduate units
A well-written statement of purpose (approximately 1,000 words, double-spaced, 12-point font)
Original or certified copies of all academic transcripts
Students graduating with a bachelor's degree in the spring term (before June) are encouraged to apply
Three strong letters of recommendation
No GRE required
Applicants should have all of the following:
A well-written statement of purpose, for example
Expressed conceptual understanding of the field of behavior analysis, the program at CSUN, and future goals as board certified behavior analysts
Clear commitment to becoming scientist-practitioners in the field of behavior analysis
Solid academic backgrounds (e.g., high academic grades, particularly in research methods, and behavior analysis coursework, or high GREs to supplement lower GPAs)
Strong Recommendation Letters from credible recommenders who observed the candidate in various relevant settings (e.g., as a student, as a behavior interventionist, and supervisee).
Valuable clinical experience through faculty research, employment, internships, volunteerships, etc.
Admission to the program generally requires an undergraduate degree (or its equivalent for international students), from a regionally accredited institution, in Psychology. Applicants who do not have a degree in Psychology should consult with the program director.
A GPA of 3.0 is required except on approval by the Graduate Admission Committee.
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Tuition
USD
14,304