About the course

The Master of Science in special education program is ideal for both students and professional teachers wishing to specialize in one of several areas of emphasis. You will study theory, research and best practices as you work toward additional teaching endorsements, an initial Illinois professional educator license or national certification, as determined by your specialization. The specialization in Behavior Analysis leads to the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential with a master’s degree. The BCBA specialization can be combined with the LBSI PEL. Candidates who already hold a master’s degree can apply for admission to doctoral program in Educational Psychology with a Specialization in Behavior Analysis. This specialization is designed for educators and other professionals who wish to gain expertise in behavior analysis. Candidates who complete this specialization will gain the necessary skills to solve problems and address concerns related to individuals with learning and behavioral challenges in school and community settings in combination with a master’s degree. The Association for the Behavior Analysis International has approved the listed courses as meeting coursework requirements to sit for the BCBA examination. Individuals will need to meet additional requirements to become eligible for the BCBA examination. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$27,270

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	DeKalb
Fall (August), 2024	DeKalb
Spring (January), 2025	DeKalb
Fall (August), 2025	DeKalb

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Northern Illinois University

An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt, 213 on the scale of 0-300, or at least 550 on the older scale of 310-677 where applicable. From among the applicants satisfying the requirements for admission to the Graduate School, the faculty select those most qualified, ordinarily requiring a GPA of 3.00 or higher for the last two years of undergraduate work. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Northern Illinois University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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