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Applied Behavior Analysis, M.S.

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is the science of how and why behavior occurs. The science is used to work with individuals and organizations looking to make socially significant changes in behavior, focused on increasing well-being. Those who use applied behavior analysis work in a variety of fields, including working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, those with mental health concerns including depression; anxiety and other mood disorders; working in organizations to improve culture and performance; sports, health and fitness; criminal justice; diversity, equity, inclusion and access (DEIA); schools and education; and medical health institutions. Practitioners use direct assessments, research and foundational principles and concepts of behavior to design and evaluate interventions. SLU’s ABA programs focus on providing students with a diverse set of experiences in the many applications of ABA while ensuring a focus on providing a safe space for students to develop their cultural humility so they can effectively work with a diverse client population.

Three things set SLU’s master's ABA program apart from others. First, we are dedicated to creating a culturally humble environment where students must explore their own biases and develop the skills necessary to provide culturally humble services to clients across all settings. Second, students are provided a flat fee for their education, ensuring there are no unforeseen expenses or unplanned cost increases in tuition. Third, students complete fieldwork as part of the program, providing additional guidance and oversight as they practice their skills and ensuring they do not have to seek fieldwork experiences themselves.

SLU’s ABA program provides state-of-the-art in-person and online learning that prepares students for successful careers. The program has a strong diversity, equity and inclusion focus to ensure students are prepared to provide the best services possible to a variety of clients across settings. SLU’s ABA program graduates are well-positioned to apply to Ph.D. programs around the country in behavior analysis and other fields. Students who complete a thesis often gain opportunities to present their research at local and national conferences and gain publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Career Outcomes & Placement Statistics

Overall Outcomes: About 84% of SLU graduates are either employed, pursuing further studies, engaged in service programs, or in the military within six months after graduation
Employment Breakdown: Another source reports that roughly 49.6% are working, 44.1% continue education, and 5.6% are still seeking employment
Satisfaction: Around 92% of graduates are satisfied with their career or graduate study outcomes

Career Support and Resources

SLU offers comprehensive career preparation through:
Handshake: The central platform for job listings, internships, and on-campus recruiting
Career Services: Offers résumé coaching, mock interviews via BigInterview, career fairs, experiential learning, and alumni networking through SLUConnections and other tools (Interstride, GoinGlobal)
Special Programs: Including BHIP (Billiken Horizons Internship Program), research grants (SURGE), reciprocity assistance for job searches beyond St. Louis, skill development modules, and MyPlan career coaching
Global Network: Over 133,000 alumni globally who provide networking and professional opportunities

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

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Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Transcripts from all lower and upper/higher secondary schools. If you have graduated high school/secondary school, an official final transcript and the results of any external/school leaving examinations. Unofficial copies may be accepted for initial admission review, however official copies must be sent directly from your school to SLU prior to enrollment.
Submit proof of English language proficiency
Though not required for admission, submission of a resume of activities and letters of recommendation is encouraged. All undergraduate applicants are also encouraged to complete an admission interview.

Admission Requirements
Completed application
Undergraduate degree (most successful applicants have an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or better)
Official transcript from a degree-granting institution
Statement of purpose (about 500 words)
Resume or curriculum vitae
External reference recommendations (encouraged but not required)
Upon admission, a new online student* must successfully complete a virtual meeting with their academic coach to be enrolled in first-term coursework.

Requirements for International Students
All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students along with the following:

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. Some examples of demonstrated English language proficiency include minimum score requirements for the following standardized tests:
Paper-based TOEFL: 550
Internet-based TOEFL: 80
IELTS: 6.5
PTE: 54
• Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken post-secondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

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St. Louis , Missouri ,United States