Master of Science in Clinical Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis Track

Admission Requirements 

 

Prerequisite Coursework

 

  • When are applications due?
    Electronic applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but admissions decisions are made once a year. To be considered for fall admission, applicants should submit their materials by February 1 of the year they intend to join the program.
  • Can I transfer credits?
    Potentially. Please see the university鈥檚 transfer credit site for more details.
  • What if I already completed some Masters level courses in Behavior Analysis?
    Prior coursework in behavior analysis or a related field may apply toward some of the coursework.
  • What are the prerequisite requirements?
    Applicants must have a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited university in psychology, behavior analysis, or related fields, with the applicant鈥檚 transcript showing evidence of prerequisite coursework.
  • Can I be accepted if I have not yet completed all prerequisite requirements?

    Applicants may be considered for provisional acceptance if they have a clear plan to complete the prerequisite requirements within the first year of the program (i.e., fall semester).

  • How do I apply?

    All applicants to the MS in Clinical Psychology, ABA Track program must complete an online application for admission, which includes a non-refundable $75.00 fee.

    To apply for the M.S. in Clinical Psychology, ABA Track 

    Go to the application page by clicking the Electronic Application button below and follow the instructions for completing your profile. 

    As part of your application, you must supply the following:  

    • Graduate Application for Admission. Visit the 快盈v3 Admissions site and click the 鈥渉ow to apply鈥� link, read over the information under the Graduate tab, and follow the links to Start an Application. 
    • Once the Application Profile has been created the application for admission is ready to be initiated. For the Program Selection page choose the following options:
      • Level - Graduate
      • Campus - Anchorage Campus
      • College - College of Arts & Sciences
      • Degree - Master of Science in Clinical Psychology
      • Major - Select Behavior Analysis Track
      • Select the semester you plan to attend classes - Choose the Fall semester

    Complete the remaining Application Sections, and once the application is completed and submitted, a checklist of the following required supplemental items will show up in your application portal:

    • Prerequisite Coursework
    • License Information and Criminal History
    • Letter of Intent. Save your Letter of Intent as a PDF and upload it to your application.
    • Transcripts. Provide official transcripts reflecting ALL undergraduate and graduate level courses and conferral dates for all bachelor and master degrees. 
    • Resume/Professional Vita outlining your educational experiences, related occupational experiences, honors, research activities, and presentations or publications. Save your resume or vita in PDF format and upload it to your electronic application.

    Three Professional References. Applicants will be asked to provide email addresses for each person providing a reference. The person providing a reference will be contacted via email to upload their letter through the electronic application portal. Letters of reference can only be accepted electronically.
    For best success, applicants should ask for letters of reference well in advance to give those providing references time to write and submit their letters by the February 1st deadline, and encourage them to look for the auto-generated email from the electronic application portal. The strongest references are from academic professors who can attest to your critical thinking and academic abilities AND/OR from supervisors in work, volunteer, or research experiences. Do not submit references from friends or family members.

  • What is the process for admissions review and decisions?

    Applications to the MS in Clinical Psychology, ABA-Track program are reviewed once per year for fall admission. Although applications may be submitted at any time, only those completed by February 1 will be considered for admission in the upcoming cycle. Paper applications will not be accepted, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed. 

     

    Following February 1, the admissions committee will review all completed applications. Selected applicants may be invited to participate in a Zoom interview as part of the evaluation process. Final admissions decisions will be communicated to all applicants by mid-April.

     

    There are four possible admissions outcomes:

    1. Admitted 鈥� The applicant has met all admissions requirements and is selected for admission to the program. An Intent to Enroll form will be included with the admission notice, and applicants must return it by the deadline specified in the letter to confirm their seat in the program.
    2. Admitted with Provisions 鈥� Applicants who show potential for success but have not yet met all prerequisite requirements may be granted provisional admission. For example, an applicant still completing their undergraduate degree or missing prerequisite coursework may be admitted with the condition that outstanding requirements are met by a specified deadline. Failure to meet these provisions may result in removal from graduate degree-seeking status. Provisionally admitted applicants must also submit an Intent to Enroll form by the specified deadline.
    3. Waitlisted for Admission 鈥� If the number of qualified applicants exceeds the available space, some applicants may be placed on a waitlist. If spots become available before May 1, waitlisted applicants may be offered admission. If no space becomes available, they must reapply for consideration in subsequent years.
    4. Denied Admission 鈥� If an applicant does not meet the admissions criteria or space is unavailable, they may be denied admission. Applicants who are not admitted may reapply in future admission cycles.
  • Can I apply if I hold a visa?

    快盈v3鈥檚 Department of Psychology cannot accept applications for admission from visa holders that would require the sponsorship of the 快盈v3.

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