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absc.ku.edu is the official homepage of the Department of Applied Behavioral Science (ABS) at the University of Kansas. It is an academic department site, not a commercial service, and it is the place to check if you are considering undergraduate or graduate study in behavior analysis or behavioral psychology at KU, or if you need departmental contact information.
What the department is
The site describes ABS as a premier undergraduate and graduate training program with a 50+-year history. Current figures listed on the homepage:
- 15 regular faculty members
- 200 undergraduate majors
- Approximately 100 graduate students
The department states that its master's and doctoral programs are accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).
Programs listed on the site
The homepage names several graduate and undergraduate offerings:
| Program | Format / note |
|---|---|
| Master's degree in behavior analysis | Online and campus options |
| Doctoral degree in behavioral psychology | Campus |
| Joint program | Master's in public health + doctorate in behavioral psychology |
| ABAI-verified course sequence | Online |
| Graduate certificate in community health and development | Graduate certificate |
If you are comparing programs, note that the site distinguishes between the online and campus master's options and between the standalone doctorate and the joint MPH/PhD track. Those are different commitments, so check the Graduate Handbook for degree requirements before deciding.
What else you can find there
- Information about faculty and students
- Program descriptions and degree requirements
- The Graduate Student Handbook (Fall 2026 version), available as a PDF
- Contact details for the department and for graduate program questions
Contact information
- Department email: [email protected]
- Department phone: 785-864-4840
- Graduate program questions: Dr. Michael Amlung, Director of Graduate Studies, [email protected]
- Address: 4001 Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045
- Bus routes: 27, 41, 42
When this site is the right resource
Use absc.ku.edu if you want to:
- Confirm whether KU offers a behavior analysis or behavioral psychology program that fits your level (undergraduate, master's, doctoral, certificate)
- Find the Graduate Handbook for degree requirements and policies
- Reach the department or the Director of Graduate Studies directly
It is not a commercial training provider, and the site does not present pricing or enrollment terms on the homepage. For costs, deadlines, and application requirements, contact the department or follow the KU admissions links in the site footer.