Admission & Financial Aid

Admissions Process

Students must follow the complete admissions guidelines outlined through the Office of Graduate Studies. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and decisions will be made by the Psychology Department. Successful candidates will have the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field, as evidenced by an official transcript.
  • Official results from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
  • A minimum undergraduate cumulative average of 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale. Students not meeting this requirement but who otherwise give evidence of academic ability may be accepted.
  • Completion of a course in psychology statistics (or equivalent).
  • Three letters of recommendation.
  • A personal statement of at least 300 words addressing ABA experience and/or readiness for ABA training.
  • Signature on the Psychology Department “Competency and Fitness” and “Self Disclosure” forms.
  • Students may be admitted to a maximum of 9 credit hours (3 courses) in a non-matriculated status with permission of the Psychology Department. Following completion of 9 credit hours, students must be admitted to the program to continue studies.

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance for this program is possible through behavioral assistantships offered by Evergreen/Beacon Services. Please contact the department

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