Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a scientific discipline concerned with applying techniques based upon the principles of learning to change behavior of social significance. It is the applied form of behavior analysis; the other two forms are radical behaviorism (or the philosophy of the science) and the experimental analysis of behavior (or basic experimental research).
The name "applied behavior analysis" has replaced behavior modification because the latter approach suggested attempting to change behavior without clarifying the relevant behavior-environment interactions. In contrast, ABA tries to change behavior by first assessing the functional relationship between a targeted behavior and the environment. Further, the approach often seeks to develop socially acceptable alternatives for aberrant behaviors.
ABA has been brought to bear on a wide range of areas and behavioral problems. Examples include such things as early intensive behavioral interventions for children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), research on the principles influencing criminal behavior, as well as HIV prevention, conservation of natural resources, education, gerontology, health and exercise, industrial safety, language acquisition, littering, medical procedures, parenting, psychotherapy, seatbelt use, severe mental disorders, sports, substance abuse, phobias, pediatric feeding disorders, and zoo management and care of animals.
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Matching Applied Behavior Analysis Colleges
Capella University
Four or more years; Private for profit; $14,148 average out-state tuition; $14,148 average in-state tuition |
National University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $13,320 average out-state tuition; $13,320 average in-state tuition |
Florida Institute of Technology
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $42,346 average out-state tuition; $42,346 average in-state tuition |
Purdue University Global
Four or more years; Public; $13,356 average out-state tuition; $10,080 average in-state tuition |
Simmons University
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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Four or more years; Public; $25,433 average out-state tuition; $10,099 average in-state tuition |
Pepperdine University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $59,450 average out-state tuition; $59,450 average in-state tuition |
Scholarships for Applied Behavior Analysis Majors
Tennessee Behavioral Health Pathways ScholarshipTennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services |
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award Up to $15,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Tennessee Behavioral Health Pathways Scholarship is available to Tennessee residents who are seeking a master's degree in counseling, psychiatric nursing, social work, psychology, or similar behavioral health profession. In exchange for tuition assistance, scholarship recipients will commit to working at a state-funded community behavioral... View Scholarship Details |
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Honors Scholarship - Bethel College, KansasBethel College - Kansas |
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award $7,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Honors Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students at Bethel College, Kansas, who demonstrate outstanding ability in chemistry, history, psychology, business, or art. View Scholarship Details |
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Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology ScholarshipAmerican Psychological Foundation (APF) |
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award $5,500 |
deadline July 10, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarship is available to undergraduate students who are majoring in psychology. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and demonstrate financial need to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Mat-Su Health Foundation Vocational ScholarshipMat-Su Health Foundation |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Mat-Su Health Foundation Vocational Scholarship is available to students who have been a resident within the Mat-Su Borough of Alaska for a minimum of one year. To be considered for this award, you must be pursuing studies in health and human services at a vocational/technical school and be a U.S. citizen/permanent resident. View Scholarship Details |
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UNCF Health Care Scholars United ScholarshipUNCF, Inc |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline July 14, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe UNCF Health Care Scholars United Scholarship is available to high-achieving junior-level undergraduate and first-year graduate students committed to pursuing a clinical professional career. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Mental Health America of Tarrant County ScholarshipMental Health America of Tarrant County |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline July 15, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Mental Health America of Tarrant County Scholarship is available to students pursuing careers in the field of mental health and wellness. To be considered for this award, you must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Tarrant County, Texas. Preference will be given to students with a GPA of 3.0 and higher. Selection is based on a 200 -... View Scholarship Details |
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Narcotics.com College ScholarshipNarcotics.com |
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award Up to $1,000 |
deadline July 31, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Narcotics.com College Scholarship is open to undergraduate students. You must be a full-time student enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in behavioral health and have a minimum 2.5 GPA in order to be considered for this award. Additionally, you must submit a 500 - 700-word essay on... View Scholarship Details |
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The F. Edward Hébert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship ProgramU.S. Army |
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award 100% of tuition |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe F. Edward Hébert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program is available to commissioned officers who are enrolled full - time in an accredited medical, dental, veterinary, specialty nurse, psychology, or optometry program in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. You must be a U.S. citizen and hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited... View Scholarship Details |
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Dr. Donald K. Zellner ScholarshipUtica University |
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award Varies |
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DescriptionThe Dr. Donald K. Zellner Scholarship is available to full-time students at Utica University who are majoring in psychology, demonstrate financial need, and show outstanding academic merit. View Scholarship Details |
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Catharine Christensen ScholarshipUtica University |
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award Varies |
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DescriptionThe Catharine Christensen Scholarship is available to full-time students at Utica University who are majoring in psychology. View Scholarship Details |
Applied Behavior Analysis Related Majors
- Psychology
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- Developmental and Child Psychology
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Health/Medical Psychology
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- Family Psychology
- Educational Psychology
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