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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Capella University

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Tennessee Behavioral Health Pathways Scholarship

Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Up to $15,000 Varies See Details

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The 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...

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Tennessee Behavioral Health Pathways Scholarship

Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

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The 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...

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Willamette University STEM Fellows Scholarship

Willamette University

Up to $10,000 January 22, 2025 See Details

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The Willamette University STEM Fellows Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students at Willamette University who are studying a STEM field. To be eligible for this renewable award, you must demonstrate financial need and show academic promise. Selection is based on academic merit and an essay response describing how the WU STEM...

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Willamette University STEM Fellows Scholarship

Willamette University

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January 22, 2025
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The Willamette University STEM Fellows Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students at Willamette University who are studying a STEM field. To be eligible for this renewable award, you must demonstrate financial need and show academic promise. Selection is based on academic merit and an essay response describing how the WU STEM...

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Ledbetter Foundation Faith-Informed Psychology Scholarship

Biola University

$10,000 April 30, 2025 See Details

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The Ledbetter Foundation Faith-Informed Psychology Scholarship is available to Doctor of Psychology degree (Psy.D.) students at Biola University. To be considered for this award, you must be recommended by professor(s) and deeply committed to faith-informed psychology.

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Ledbetter Foundation Faith-Informed Psychology Scholarship

Biola University

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$10,000

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April 30, 2025
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The Ledbetter Foundation Faith-Informed Psychology Scholarship is available to Doctor of Psychology degree (Psy.D.) students at Biola University. To be considered for this award, you must be recommended by professor(s) and deeply committed to faith-informed psychology.

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NBCC Foundation Rural Scholarship

National Board for Certified Counselors Foundation (NBCCF)

$8,000 December 31, 2024 See Details

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The NBCC Foundation Rural Scholarship is open to students who are currently enrolled in a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited counseling master’s program. You must live in a rural area, and commit to serve rural populations within one year of graduation for the duration of a minimum of at...

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NBCC Foundation Rural Scholarship

National Board for Certified Counselors Foundation (NBCCF)

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$8,000

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December 31, 2024
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The NBCC Foundation Rural Scholarship is open to students who are currently enrolled in a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited counseling master’s program. You must live in a rural area, and commit to serve rural populations within one year of graduation for the duration of a minimum of at...

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NBCC Foundation Military Master's Scholarship

National Board for Certified Counselors Foundation (NBCCF)

$8,000 December 31, 2024 See Details

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The NBCC Foundation Military Master's Scholarship is open to service members, veterans, and their spouses pursuing a career in professional counseling. You must be currently enrolled in a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited, master’s-level counseling program, be active duty, have served...

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NBCC Foundation Military Master's Scholarship

National Board for Certified Counselors Foundation (NBCCF)

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$8,000

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December 31, 2024
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The NBCC Foundation Military Master's Scholarship is open to service members, veterans, and their spouses pursuing a career in professional counseling. You must be currently enrolled in a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)-accredited, master’s-level counseling program, be active duty, have served...

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Elevations Scholars at CU

University of Colorado Boulder

$8,000 March 15, 2025 See Details

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The Elevations Scholars at CU is available to full-time students at the University of Colorado Boulder who are residents of Colorado, demonstrate significant financial need, and show strong academic merit. Selected recipients should be members in good standing of Elevations Credit Union and agree to volunteer each September with the Buffalo...

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Elevations Scholars at CU

University of Colorado Boulder

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$8,000

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March 15, 2025
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The Elevations Scholars at CU is available to full-time students at the University of Colorado Boulder who are residents of Colorado, demonstrate significant financial need, and show strong academic merit. Selected recipients should be members in good standing of Elevations Credit Union and agree to volunteer each September with the Buffalo...

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Honors Scholarship - Bethel College, Kansas

Bethel College - Kansas

$7,500 Varies See Details

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The Honors Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students at Bethel College, Kansas, who demonstrate outstanding ability in chemistry, history, psychology, business, or art.

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Honors Scholarship - Bethel College, Kansas

Bethel College - Kansas

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The Honors Scholarship is available to incoming freshman students at Bethel College, Kansas, who demonstrate outstanding ability in chemistry, history, psychology, business, or art.

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Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Scholarship

American Psychological Foundation (APF)

$7,000 February 01, 2025 See Details

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The Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Scholarship is available to graduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and commitment to advancing the field of psychology. Applicants should demonstrate a psychological research interest in trauma and otherness (defined as the experience of individual(s) who are marginalized because of...

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Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Scholarship

American Psychological Foundation (APF)

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$7,000

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February 01, 2025
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The Dr. Dolores O. Morris Fund Scholarship is available to graduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and commitment to advancing the field of psychology. Applicants should demonstrate a psychological research interest in trauma and otherness (defined as the experience of individual(s) who are marginalized because of...

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Mat-Su Health Foundation Vocational Scholarship

Mat-Su Health Foundation

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The 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.

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Mat-Su Health Foundation Vocational Scholarship

Mat-Su Health Foundation

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The 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.

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APF Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship

American Psychological Foundation (APF)

$4,000 January 31, 2025 See Details

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The APF Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship is available to underrepresented graduate students. Preference will be given to African American/Black students and students preparing for a career in academia, clinical service delivery, or public policy. Selection is based on academic merit, personal statement, and financial need.

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APF Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship

American Psychological Foundation (APF)

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$4,000

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January 31, 2025
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The APF Queen-Nellie Evans Scholarship is available to underrepresented graduate students. Preference will be given to African American/Black students and students preparing for a career in academia, clinical service delivery, or public policy. Selection is based on academic merit, personal statement, and financial need.

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