ABA programs in Georgia
ABA programs in Georgia
Georgia has 5 verified university ABA programs: institutions with an ABAI-accredited program, a BACB-verified course sequence, or a named graduate ABA credential. Here they are, with delivery format, licensure context, and how trainees there track BCBA fieldwork hours.
Reviewed by the Ripley team · Updated July 15, 2026
Key facts at a glance
- 5 verified university ABA programs in Georgia
- Delivery: 2 online · 3 in-person
- 3,915 registered Ripley users in Georgia
- Licensure: Georgia licenses behavior analysts (Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA))
The programs
Compare Georgia ABA programs
| Program | Degree | City | Delivery | Credits | GRE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Georgia | M.Ed. in Special Education (ABA concentration) | Carrollton | Online | 30 | |
| Georgia State University | M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis | Atlanta | In-person | 36 | |
| Columbus State University | M.Ed. in Special Education (Applied Behavior Analysis) | Columbus | Online | 24 | Not required |
| Georgia Southern University | M.S. in Psychology (Behavior Analysis) | Statesboro | In-person | 31 | Not required |
| University of Georgia | M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis | Athens | In-person | Not required |
Blank cells mean the detail was not confirmed on the university's own site; check the program page. Verified July 15, 2026.
Behavior analyst licensure in Georgia
Georgia licenses behavior analysts. Practicing there requires the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), issued by the GA Behavior Analyst Licensing Board, in addition to BCBA certification. See the board's licensure page. Verified against board and BACB licensure resources July 15, 2026.
Tracking fieldwork hours in Georgia
Whichever program you choose, BCBA certification requires 2,000 supervised (or 1,500 concentrated) fieldwork hours logged to BACB rules. 3,915 registered Ripley users in Georgia, including trainees from University of West Georgia, track those hours with Ripley for free.