Balch Springs, Texas has 2 accredited schools offering applied behavior analysis programs. Balch Springs has a population of about 27,181. Median household income is $70,528 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 11.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area, the top-earning applied behavior analysis-related role is Therapist, All Other at a median $75,120 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
Closest Applied Behavior Analysis Schools to Balch Springs
The accredited institutions listed below are the closest in our directory that offer applied behavior analysis programs near Balch Springs, ranked by BOC Score and straight-line distance from Balch Springs city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS data on every site update.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most
recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS).
To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the
U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked
against schools at the same credential level:
BOCSCORE
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score.
On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Balch Springs.
Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
TuitionContact school for pricing
Source:IPEDS · College Scorecard
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$57,010
Avg net price
$15,649/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
Key stats- Retention rate: 77%
- Programs offered: 138
Source:IPEDS · College Scorecard
Graduation rate
85%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$72,097
Avg net price
$21,315/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
Key stats- Retention rate: 94%
- Programs offered: 233
Source:IPEDS · College Scorecard
Acceptance rate
81%
Graduation rate
63%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$58,826
Avg net price
$25,578/yr
TuitionIn‑state$51,384
Out‑of‑state$51,384
Key stats- Retention rate: 79%
- Programs offered: 56
Source:Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges · IPEDS · College Scorecard
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$59,004
Avg net price
$15,563/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
Key stats- Retention rate: 75%
- Programs offered: 60
Source:IPEDS · College Scorecard
Graduation rate
60%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$57,131
Avg net price
$10,836/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
Key stats- Retention rate: 80%
- Programs offered: 120
Source:IPEDS · College Scorecard
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$54,338
Avg net price
$11,196/yr
TuitionContact school for pricing
Key stats- Retention rate: 64%
- Programs offered: 35
Source:IPEDS · College Scorecard
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas applied behavior analysis page.
Applied Behavior Analysis Wages Near Balch Springs
Balch Springs is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area (BLS area code 19100). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselor | $62,560 | Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $60,679 |
| Therapist, All Other | $75,120 | Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $72,861 |
| Special Education Teacher, All Other | $66,120 | Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $64,132 |
| Counselor, All Other | $52,340 | Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $50,766 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Balch Springs at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|
| Population | 27,181 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $70,528 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 11.4% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 103.1 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Balch Springs-Area Cities With Applied Behavior Analysis Programs
- Mesquite, TX – 3.3 mi away (143,736 pop)
- Forney, TX – 9.8 mi away (35,281 pop)
- Dallas, TX – 10.2 mi away (5,634,307 pop)
- Lancaster, TX – 12.7 mi away (38,867 pop)
- Garland, TX – 13.2 mi away (234,943 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited applied behavior analysis schools are near Balch Springs, TX?
Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering applied behavior analysis programs near Balch Springs. The closest is The Chicago School at Dallas in Plano, TX (24.4 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is University of North Texas (45.9 miles). 1 of the highlighted schools is flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying applied behavior analysis roles near Balch Springs?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2025 wage data, the top-paying applied behavior analysis-related roles near Balch Springs are: Therapist, All Other ($75,120), Special Education Teacher, All Other ($66,120), Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselor ($62,560). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Mesquite instead of Balch Springs?
Mesquite, TX is 3.3 miles from Balch Springs and has its own set of local applied behavior analysis programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Balch Springs an affordable place to study applied behavior analysis?
Balch Springs’s median household income of $70,528 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Balch Springs while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Learn More About Applied Behavior Analysis Programs
Other Programs Available in Balch Springs
Compare every accredited online degree program with city-level data for Balch Springs:
- Creative Writing programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Environmental Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Nutrition programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Theology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Library Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Medical Billing and Coding programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Medical Assistant programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Pharmacy Technician programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Health Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Occupational Safety and Health programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Entrepreneurship programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Interior Design programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Photography programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Sustainability Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Behavioral Health Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Mental Health Counseling programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Substance Abuse Counseling programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Journalism programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Public Relations programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Communication Disorders programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Speech Pathology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Technical Communication programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Professional Writing programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Strategic Communications programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Business Development programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Construction Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Economics programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Financial Technology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Forensic Accounting programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Health Information Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Hospitality Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- International Business programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Organizational Leadership programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Management Information Systems programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Nonprofit Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Operations Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Public Administration programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Real Estate programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Recreation Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Retail Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Risk Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Statistics programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Taxation programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Corrections programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Crime Analysis programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Criminal Justice Administration programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Criminology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Cybercrime programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Emergency Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Fire Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Forensic Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Legal Services programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Legal Studies programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Paralegal programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Security Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Cloud Computing programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Computer Engineering programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Innovation programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Mobile App Development programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Software Development programs in Balch Springs, TX
- User Experience programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Web Development programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Artificial Intelligence programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Machine Learning programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Supply Chain Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Data Analytics programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Public Health programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Human Resources programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Project Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Special Education programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Homeland Security programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Marketing programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Finance programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Kinesiology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Sports Management programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Early Childhood Education programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Elementary Education programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Biology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Communications programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Graphic Design programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Human Services programs in Balch Springs, TX
- MBA programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Criminal Justice programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Nursing programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Business Administration programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Computer Science programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Psychology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Education programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Engineering programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Technology programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Liberal Arts programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Healthcare programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Cybersecurity programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Accounting programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Healthcare Administration programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Social Work programs in Balch Springs, TX
- Counseling programs in Balch Springs, TX
Data verified: September 1, 2026.
Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
← Back to Best ABA Schools in Texas: Online Programs (2026)
