The Simmons University M.S. in Behavior Analysis | Online
For more than 27 years, Simmons Department of Behavior Analysis has been a leader in behavior analytic education — preparing students to work in the field of behavior analysis and make a measurable difference in the lives of others.
- No GRE – GRE scores are not required for admission.
- Completion Time – The online M.S. in Behavior Analysis program can be completed in 20 months.
- 78% BCBA® Exam First Time Pass Rate – In 2024, 78% of online students passed the exam on the first attempt, compared to the national first attempt pass rate of 54%.1 The Online MS in Behavior Analysis degree program outcome data are reported annually.
Practicum Courses
Students develop clinical and research skills, and complete a thesis research project in the Practicum Experiential Learning courses.
Work in the Field of Behavior Analysis
BehaviorAnalysis@Simmons students explore the science of behavior and learn how to apply behavior analytic principles and behavior change methods to a wide variety of research and clinical areas. Our faculty are educators, practitioners, and researchers who bring diverse practical experiences to the classroom. They are committed to preparing their students to become the next generation of effective behavior analysts.
- Learn behavior analytic principles in live, online courses.
- Develop research skills and conduct a thesis research project during our practicum experiential learning courses.
- Receive high-quality, individualized feedback from faculty on assignments and performance.
Through our rigorous curriculum, students learn about the science of behavior, including the basic principles of behavior, behavior change methodology, functional assessment and analysis, evidence-based instructional methods, experimental research design, and verbal behavior. Students work with their faculty advisor to develop, conduct, and analyze outcomes of a thesis research project. Through this process, students become scientist-practitioners, preparing them for a wide variety of career options post-graduation.
Program graduates are prepared to work in a variety of settings. Graduates have gone on to become leaders in schools and clinics, establish their own practices, and pursue doctoral degrees.
Read the Department of Behavior Analysis mission statement.
This program has been designed to meet the BACB® BCBA® Certification Pathway 2 coursework requirements. Applicants will need to meet additional requirements to qualify for BCBA® Certification.
Prepare to make a lasting impact in the field of behavior analysis with Simmons.
- BACB® University Pass Rates (2024). Retrieved May 2025 ↩︎