B.A. in Sociology & Criminology + M.S. in Applied Behavioral Analysis
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The Accelerated Dual Degree Graduate Program between Sociology & Criminology and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is designed for students who wish to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology & Criminology and a Master’s of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis, completing both degrees in typically 5 years total. The Master's in ABA prepares students to engage in professional practice as it relates to the science of behavior change. Graduates will be eligible to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Certified Ohio Behavior Analysts.
Undergraduate students may formally be accepted into the program after completing at least 60 undergraduate credits. For students in the program, nine credit hours of graduate-level courses can be completed during the fourth year and will count toward combined B.A. and M.A. requirements. Upon completion of 120 credit hours, students will earn their B.A. in Sociology & Criminology and upon completion of the full accelerated program, students will earn their Master’s of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis.
See below for example of 5 year course plan.
Accelerated Program Admission Criteria:
- An undergraduate major in Sociology & Criminology at John Carroll University.
- An undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant’s academic work, professional work, vocational commitment, and suitability for the role of a behavior analyst are required. Ideally, these letters will come from former professors and/or employers who can comment on the suitability of the applicant for graduate study.
- A letter of intent from the applicant outlining career objectives and goals. The letter should be 400-600 words in length. It will be evaluated for content and grammatical and mechanical correctness.
- Resume which includes both work and volunteer experience.
- Applicants may need to participate in an individual interview
The John Carroll University Department of Psychology accepts applications for the Applied Behavioral Analysis M.S on a rolling basis. For best consideration, applications should be received by April 15th for fall semester. Applicants applying for graduate assistant positions should submit all materials for admission by the February 1 deadline. The application material will be evaluated by the admissions committee. Possessing the minimum admission requirements (e.g., a 3.0 GPA) does not guarantee admission.