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ABA schools and programs in Iowa

2 schools with applied behavior analysis programs in Iowa: master’s, doctoral, certificates and BCaBA coursework, with the BACB Verified Course Sequence, format and fieldwork for each.

All programs Master’s 1 Graduate certificate 1 Bachelor’s 1

Any format On campus 2 Hybrid 1

2 schools

BCBA pass rate2025 · BACB

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA

Tuition—not published

BCBA pass43%2025 · BACB

Programs2Master’s · Graduate certificate

The University of Iowa offers an MA in Special Education focused on applied behavior analysis and a graduate ABA certificate. The programs develop skills in behavioral intervention and support preparation for BCBA certification.

Master’sGraduate certificateHybridOn campusBACB VCS

Briar Cliff University

Sioux City, IA

Tuition—not published

BCBA pass—not published

Programs1Bachelor’s

Briar Cliff's in-person Behavior Analysis bachelor's program offers a verified course sequence and hands-on practicum experience working with children and adults with special needs.

Bachelor’sOn campusBACB VCS

What is the BCBA pass rate?

The share of a program’s first-time candidates who passed the BCBA exam in a year, as published by the BACB. Programs with fewer than six first-time candidates aren’t published.

BACB pass-rate data

What is a VCS?

A Verified Course Sequence is coursework the BACB has verified meets its requirements for the BCBA or BCaBA exam. Always confirm with the school and the BACB before you enroll.

BCBA fieldwork requirements