Exclusive Tuition Discounts for Our Team Members at 8+ Partner Universities
Through partnerships with universities across the country, Children’s Specialized ABA team members receive tuition discounts on undergraduate and graduate programs in applied behavior analysis, psychology, education, and related fields.
Whether you’re pursuing your bachelor’s degree, working toward BCBA certification, or advancing your education in a related field — our university partnerships make it more affordable.
Five levels. Clear requirements at each stage. Real support to get you there.
Programs offered:
Discount: 10-15% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Fully online with flexible start dates
BACB-Approved: Yes (Master’s and Certificate programs meet BACB coursework requirements)
Best for: Working professionals seeking flexible online ABA education
Programs offered:
Discount: 10% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Online and in-person options in Buffalo, NY
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Students in NY/PA region wanting in-person or hybrid options
Programs offered:
Discount: 20% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Fully online with asynchronous coursework
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Working professionals seeking one of the largest online ABA programs
Programs offered:
Discount: 15% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Online and in-person options in Philadelphia, PA
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Students in PA/NJ region wanting in-person coursework
Programs offered:
Discount: 10% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Fully online with flexible pacing
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Students seeking smaller cohort sizes and personalized attention
Programs offered:
Discount: 10-15% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Fully online with multiple start dates per year
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Students wanting the Purdue brand with online flexibility
Programs offered:
Discount: 10% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Fully online
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Students seeking affordable online ABA programs
Programs offered:
Discount: 10% tuition discount for Children’s Specialized ABA employees
Format: Online and in-person options in Chicago, IL and other campuses
BACB-Approved: Yes
Best for: Students in Midwest or seeking in-person cohort experience
We also partner with the following universities for student recruitment and clinical affiliations.
Programs offered:
Format: Online and on-campus (New Brunswick, NJ)
BACB-Approved: Yes
Partnership: Clinical placement opportunities for Rutgers students; recruiting relationship for our hiring
Programs offered:
Format: Online and on-campus (Glassboro, NJ)
BACB-Approved: Yes
Partnership: Clinical placement opportunities for Rowan students; recruiting relationship
Programs offered:
Format: Online and on-campus (Pensacola, FL)
BACB-Approved: Yes
Partnership: Student recruitment and virtual information sessions; clinical placement coordination
Simple process to receive your tuition discount at partner universities.
Tuition discounts are available to all Children’s Specialized ABA employees in good standing — RBTs, BCBAs, administrative staff, and leadership.
Contact HR to confirm your eligibility: hr@childrens-aba.org or (201) 979-0772
Research partner universities and select the program that best fits your:
Need help deciding? Our HR team can connect you with current employees who’ve completed programs at our partner universities.
Complete the university’s standard application process. Most programs require:
Once accepted to the program, contact HR to request your tuition discount verification letter. HR will provide:
Once the university processes your discount, you’re enrolled at the reduced tuition rate. Discounts typically apply per semester as long as you remain employed with Children’s Specialized ABA.
Stack university discounts with our 50% BCBA tuition coverage for maximum savings.
If you’re pursuing BCBA certification, you can combine university partnership discounts with our Milestones program (50% tuition coverage).
Scenario: Master’s in ABA at Florida Tech (online)
Total savings: $24,000 off original tuition
Your out-of-pocket cost: $16,000 spread over 2-3 years = ~$530/month
No. Tuition discounts apply to any program at partner universities — not just ABA. If you’re pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology, a master’s in education, or another field, you can still access discounts where available.
Discount eligibility typically requires a minimum of 30 hours per week employment. Contact HR to confirm your specific eligibility.
Most partner discounts apply to all degree programs, but some universities limit discounts to specific schools or programs. Check with HR and the university’s financial aid office to confirm coverage for your intended program.
Discounts typically only apply to partner universities. However, if you’re enrolled in a non-partner BACB-approved ABA program and pursuing BCBA certification, you may still be eligible for our Milestones program (50% tuition coverage).
Yes. We’re actively developing partnerships with additional universities. If you’re interested in a university not currently on our list, let HR know — your feedback helps us prioritize which partnerships to pursue.
Universities currently in development: Ball State University, Arizona State University, National University, Drexel University
Yes. As long as you remain employed with Children’s Specialized ABA in any role, your university partnership discounts continue.
Explore our university partnerships and start planning your next degree.
