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Master of Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Studies
University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Lowell, United States
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master following the scientist-practitioner model in behaviour analysis and autism.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically analyse concepts and evidence relevant to Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Studies. Apply advanced subject knowledge to specialist academic or professional questions. Relevant syllabus content includes: scientist-practitioner programme in applied behaviour analysis and autism studies
- with an autism studies option and an ABA option.
Career outcomes
- Applied professional and research positions in behaviour analysis and autism
- doctoral study
Curriculum
- Scientist-practitioner programme in applied behaviour analysis and autism studies
- with an autism studies option and an ABA option. Prepares students for applied and research positions and for doctoral programmes. Credits and course titles are in the catalog and not in the text read.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree (four-year equivalent
- credential evaluation for business and FAHSS)
- statement of purpose
- two recommendations
- transcripts and resume
- GRE/GMAT mostly optional or waivable. English test required.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (international transcripts must show four-year degree equivalent; NACES credential evaluation for business and FAHSS), statement of purpose, 2 recommendations, transcripts; GRE/GMAT mostly optional or waivable
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Check the college admission requirements and deadline. Apply online through UMass Lowell Graduate Admissions (engineering programmes use EngineeringCAS) and pay the application fee (50-75 USD by college). Upload transcripts (four-year degree equivalent
- with credential evaluation where required)
- statement of purpose
- recommendations
- resume and English test scores. Show proof of financial support to receive the I-20
- then apply for the F-1 visa. The ISSO sends visa information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $31,100 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $63 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Lowell campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | Department of Psychology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | UMass Lowell publishes scholarship and funding opportunities for eligible international students, with programme- and applicant-specific restrictions. Confirm the exact postgraduate programme, scholarship requirements and competitive selection before assuming an award. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
Tuition is $31,100 USD per year. The application fee is $63 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,046 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5.