May Institute’s Graduate Scholars Program is designed for college graduates who aspire to earn a master’s degree and pursue a career in applied behavior analysis (ABA), education, or behavioral healthcare, but also need to earn a living. The program offers full tuition reimbursement; free housing; full-time, paid clinical work experience in the behavior healthcare field; and the opportunity to simultaneously work toward a degree and Behavior Analyst Certification (BACB).

Who is eligible?
College graduates with good academic records and a willingness to commit to an intense work/study program are eligible for the May Institute’s Graduate Scholars Program. You must first apply and be accepted into the May Institute program. Once you are accepted, we will work with you as you apply to one of the following graduate programs:

• Applied Behavior Analysis (M.S.) at Northeastern University
• Special Education (M.Ed.) at Fitchburg State College
• Clinical Psychology (M.A.) at Bridgewater State College
• Special Education (M.Ed.) at Westfield State College

Start at the Top
May Graduate Scholars will join a staff that includes many doctoral-level professionals (clinical leadership) and hundreds of highly trained teachers, therapists, as well as other specialists. Scholars are supervised by recognized leaders in the fields of applied behavior analysis and special education.

Pursue Research Interests
Students joining the May family as Graduate Scholars will be encouraged to pursue their research interests. May is an active center of research and training, and is affiliated with more than 40 universities, hospitals, and human service agencies worldwide. The Institute also benefits from the expertise of a Professional Advisory Board whose members include leading authorities in the field.

Study with Experts
Over the years, our staff have authored more than 300 publications, made over 1,500 presentations, and provided consultation services to hundreds of public and private schools, hospitals, and agencies.

Four Great Choices
Northeastern University – Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis
Northeastern University is a large, private school located in Boston. Its applied behavior analysis master of science degree program is a 49-credit curriculum designed to be completed within three years. Students may specialize in brain injury, developmental disabilities, instructional technology, childhood chronic health problems, or mental health. Classes are held in close proximity to work locations. Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for certification before the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

Fitchburg State College – Master of Education in Special Education
Through its affiliation with Fitchburg State College, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, May Institute offers its employees the opportunity to earn a master of education in special education. This 45-credit program also enables students to become certified to teach individuals with intensive special needs. The curriculum is designed around supervised, field-based assignments, and classes are held in locations convenient to student work sites.

Bridgewater State College – Master of Arts in Psychology
Bridgewater State College is a mid-sized public college located just 30 minutes south of Boston. Bridgewater’s master of arts in psychology degree program is a clinical program designed to help students become excellent therapists and users of research. Classes are held in convenient locations. Students may apply 15 hours of supervised fieldwork to the 60-credit hour requirement. This program fulfills the academic requirements for Licensed Mental Health Counselors in Massachusetts.

Westfield State College - Master of Education in Special Education
Westfield State College's program is designed to help students become certified as teachers of children with intensive disabilities. Seminars in applied behavior analysis (ABA) are offered to prepare students for the national BCBA examination. The college is located in western Massachusetts, and offers a variety of supervised practicum experiences.

To obtain an application for May Institute’s Graduate Scholars Program, e-mail mgsp@mayinstitute.org. For more information, contact Colleen O'Halloran at 781-437-1352. Applications are accepted on a rolling admissions basis.