ABA World has walked alongside families and professionals for over a decade, across more than fifty countries. One of the most significant moments in a family's journey is when their child receives an autism diagnosis.
For many families, that moment is out of reach. Some communities lack qualified professionals to provide a diagnosis. In others, waitlists stretch beyond a year, costs are prohibitive, or families simply do not know where to start.
ABA World offers one free autism diagnostic evaluation every six months to a family in need. The evaluation is conducted entirely online via Zoom, and a full written diagnostic report is provided at no cost. Applications are reviewed carefully, and one family is selected based on need and circumstances. We welcome applications from families anywhere in the world.
At a Glance
- One family selected every six months, two families per year
- Autism diagnostic evaluation at no cost
- Conducted online via Zoom, open to families worldwide
- Full written diagnostic report provided to the family
- First selection made in August 2026. Two families were chosen in that round because the panel could not separate them; the standing rule remains one family per round
- Future selection dates, February 2027, August 2027, and every February and August thereafter
Who This Is For
This program is for families who need a diagnostic evaluation but cannot access one through their existing resources. Barriers may include cost, geography, language, long waitlists, stigma around autism in their community, or simply not knowing where to turn. There is no wrong reason to apply.
What the Evaluation Includes
- A clinical interview with the parent or guardian
- Direct behavioral observation
- A standardized diagnostic assessment using gold-standard instruments
- A detailed written diagnostic report
- A follow-up consultation
How to Apply
Applications are open now. The form takes about twenty minutes to complete and asks about the child, the family's situation, and the barriers they are facing.
Apply for a Sponsored Evaluation
The application form is open to families anywhere in the world. The first family will be selected at the end of August 2026.
Open the Application FormOur team will contact the family within two weeks of the selection date to begin scheduling. Families not selected are welcome to reapply in the next cycle.
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