Bachelor's to Applied Behavior Analysis, M.S. Accelerated Program
The School of Social Work already offers many pathways for Saint Louis University undergraduate students to earn their bachelor's and master's degrees in an accelerated time frame, but now they offer a pathway for students from majors all over SLU to earn the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis.
This accelerated program allows qualified undergraduate students at SLU to begin coursework toward the M.S. ABA during their senior year.
Through this program, eligible students may complete up to 15 graduate credit hours that count toward both their undergraduate and graduate degrees, enabling them to complete the M.S. in a shorter timeframe and at a reduced cost.
For additional information, see the catalog entries for the following programs:
Admission Requirements
SLU undergraduate students will apply for the accelerated program no later than their junior year and must have room in their schedule senior year to take graduate-level coursework.
- Students must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Students must hold a minimum GPA of 2.5 in their undergraduate major, or meet the higher GPA requirement specified by their major, whichever is greater.
- Students may have no more than four remaining major courses to complete in their senior year to ensure they can balance undergraduate and graduate coursework and stay on track for timely graduation.
Program Requirements
Fall Semester
- ABA 5746 Principles & Concepts in Behavior Analysis (3 cr)
- ABA 5774 Research Methods for Everyday Practice (3 cr)
Spring Semester
- ABA 5747 Behavioral Assessment (3 cr)
- ABA 5748 Behavior Change and Process (3 cr)
- ABA 5826 Applied Behavior Analysis Practicum I (2 cr)
- ABA 5820 ABA Introduction to Practicum Seminar (1 cr)
For admission questions contact:
Social Work School Graduate Admissions Office
sswadmissions@slu.edu
314-977-2752