Master of Science in Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis

The mission of the Behavior Analysis Master's graduate program at UNCW is to contribute to the advancement of the science and practice of behavior analysis by training graduate students in all major domains of behavior analysis. Graduates of the program are prepared to practice at the Master’s level or move on to doctoral programs. The applied behavior analysis concentration focuses on the conceptual and methodological foundations of behavior analysis and takes a data-based approach to behavioral assessment and clinical psychology. The scope of behavior analysis is wide-ranging, including work in populations with developmental disabilities, in behavioral medicine, educational settings, non-profit organizations, and many others with emphasis placed on providing evidence-based intervention services. Students also have the opportunity to work with basic researchers in the areas of behavioral pharmacology. The program is typically completed in 2½ years and coursework includes a research practicum, an applied practicum, and an empirical thesis. Upon completion of coursework and research, there is a 6-month750 hour internship. Students who successfully complete this program will obtain a Master of Science Degree in Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Bachelor's Degree - Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution.Grade Point Average - Have a strong overall academic record with a B average or better in the basic courses prerequisite to the area of proposed graduate study. The Graduate School requires one official transcript from each university, college, community college, junior college and high school dual enrollment institution attended.Transfer credit listed on another institution's transcript is not acceptable. Transcripts are not required for short term study abroad work that is Tran scripted (i.e., the courses and/or grades from the study abroad experience are listed) by a regionally accredited U.S. institution. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL IBT- 79 , Duolingo English Test - 115