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
Four or more years; Private for profit; $14,148 average out-state tuition; $14,148 average in-state tuition |
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National University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $13,320 average out-state tuition; $13,320 average in-state tuition |
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Florida Institute of Technology
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $42,346 average out-state tuition; $42,346 average in-state tuition |
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Purdue University Global
Four or more years; Public; $13,356 average out-state tuition; $10,080 average in-state tuition |
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Simmons University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $41,872 average out-state tuition; $41,872 average in-state tuition |
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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 |
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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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UNCF/CVS Health Foundation Health Care Careers ScholarshipUNCF, Inc |
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award $10,000 |
deadline May 15, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe UNCF/CVS Health Foundation Health Care Careers Scholarship is available to full-time, junior-level undergraduate students who identify as African American/Black or Latino/a/e. To be considered for this renewable award, you must be majoring in pharmacy, nursing, business management, biology, biochemistry, finance, operations/supply chain,... View Scholarship Details |
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NEXT for Autism FellowshipNEXT for Autism, Inc. |
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award Up to $10,000 |
deadline May 09, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe NEXT for Autism Fellowship is available to rising freshman and sophomore students and to current health and human service professionals going back to earn a degree at a two- or four-year public college program. To be considered for this fellowship, you must be pursuing a degree in a health or human services field and be committed to serving... View Scholarship Details |
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Ledbetter Foundation Faith-Informed Psychology ScholarshipBiola University |
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award $10,000 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe 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. View Scholarship Details |
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Springfield Research Fund Dissertation FellowshipAmerican Psychological Foundation (APF) |
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award Up to $10,000 |
deadline June 12, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship is available to graduate students at any stage of their dissertation who are interested in researching contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues in an effort to dispel stereotypes and other negative information that leads to prejudice and discrimination. View Scholarship Details |
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Honors Scholarship - Bethel College, KansasBethel College - Kansas |
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award $7,500 |
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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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Aritzia ScholarshipStonewall Community Foundation |
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award $5,000 |
deadline April 22, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Aritzia Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, or two-spirit. To be considered for this award, you should study, plan to work in, or demonstrate a commitment to the fields of fashion design, retail management, mental health, or social... View Scholarship Details |
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COGDOP Graduate Student ScholarshipAmerican Psychological Foundation (APF) |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline June 26, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarship is available to graduate students who are studying psychology. This award supports research costs associated with the master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation. View Scholarship Details |
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Applied Behavior Analysis Related Majors
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Applied Psychology
- Counseling Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
- Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
- Clinical Child Psychology
- Research and Experimental Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
- Developmental and Child Psychology
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Health/Medical Psychology
- Developmental and Adolescent Psychology
- Family Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Personality Psychology
- Performance and Sport Psychology
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- School Psychology
- Community Psychology
