University ABA program
Lindenwood University
Ripley Fieldwork Tracker is used by BCBA trainees and supervisors at Lindenwood University, which offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, based in St. Charles, MO. Here is the program at a glance, what fieldwork looks like in Missouri, and how trainees track their hours.
Reviewed by the Ripley team · Updated July 15, 2026
Key facts at a glance
- Program: M.A. in Behavior Analysis
- Credential type: Graduate ABA degree
- Location: St. Charles, MO
- Delivery: Hybrid (online + on-campus)
- Length: 42 credit hours, about 24 months
- 56% first-time BCBA exam pass rate, online program (2024, per the BACB)
The ABA program at Lindenwood University
Lindenwood University offers a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, the M.A. in Behavior Analysis, in St. Charles, MO, delivered hybrid. The program is 42 credit hours and typically takes about 24 months to complete. Note: program sunsetting; no new admissions beginning Fall 2026.
In the BACB's most recent published data, Lindenwood University graduates of its online program had a 56% first-time BCBA exam pass rate (2024, 9 first-time candidates).
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ABA in Missouri
Missouri licenses behavior analysts: practicing there requires the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), issued by the MO Behavior Analyst Advisory Board, in addition to BCBA certification. Verified against board and BACB resources July 15, 2026. See the board's licensure page.
Ripley is well worn-in here: 1,018 registered Ripley users are in Missouri, tracking fieldwork at clinics, schools, and universities across the state.
Other ABA programs in Missouri
- Missouri State UniversityM.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis · Springfield
- Saint Louis UniversityM.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis · St. Louis
- Southeast Missouri State UniversityM.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis · Cape Girardeau
- Truman State UniversityM.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis · Kirksville
- University of Missouri-St. LouisM.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis · St. Louis
BCBA fieldwork requirements
After the coursework (the M.A. in Behavior Analysis), BCBA certification requires supervised fieldwork: 2,000 hours of Supervised Fieldwork or 1,500 hours of Concentrated Supervised Fieldwork, with at least 60% unrestricted activity inside a 5-year window. The monthly range is 20 to 130 hours under pre-2027 rules and 20 to 160 for applications on or after January 1, 2027.
- The complete BCBA fieldwork requirements: totals, monthly limits, supervision, and the 2027 changes.
- Free fieldwork hours calculator: project your completion date and required monthly pace.
- Restricted vs unrestricted hours (the 60% rule).
- The Monthly Verification Form, explained.
How Ripley helps Lindenwood University trainees
Ripley Fieldwork Tracker logs every BACB fieldwork category, tracks each month against the BACB minimums so nothing slips, and turns your records into pre-filled Monthly Verification Form PDFs. It is free for supervisees and supervisors.
Program sources and review date
Program details were reviewed on July 15, 2026against the university's official program page and catalog. Confirm admissions, delivery, tuition, and curriculum details with the university before applying.