Why study applied behavioral science?
The Department of Applied Behavioral Science offers a curriculum through which students learn how to examine and address problems of social importance across the lifespan. Students receive training in the application of behavioral science to improve the human condition through prevention and intervention.
Requirements for the Minor
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| ABSC 100 | Introduction to Applied Behavioral Science | 3 |
| 15 |
| Total Hours | 18 |
We recommend that students complete a practicum course in one of the available concentration areas (Adults with Disabilities, Community Health & Development, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Autism Intervention, Early Childhood Research, Basic Research in Behavioral Science). However, no more than 3 credit hours in practicum courses and no more than 3 credit hours in research, special topics, and study abroad courses may count toward the ABSC minor.
Applied Behavioral Science Minor Hours & GPA
While completing all required courses, majors must also meet each of the following hour and grade point average minimum standards:
Minor Hours
Satisfied by 18 hours of minor courses.
Minor Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 9 hours of junior/senior (300+) hours of KU resident credit in the minor.
Minor Junior/Senior (300+) Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 12 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the minor.
Minor Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum of a 2.0 GPA in all departmental courses in the Minor. GPA calculations include all departmental courses in the field of study including Fs and repeated courses. See the Semester/Cumulative GPA Calculator.
