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Master of Family and Consumer Sciences

California State University, Northridge

Northridge, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Bachelor's degree preparing teachers of family and consumer sciences.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Family and Consumer Sciences. Strengthen analytical and communication skills relevant to the field. Apply learning through appropriate academic activities.

Career outcomes

K-12 teacher
Youth center mentor
Youth camp instructor

Curriculum

Faculty from child development
Dietetics and nutrition teach practical life-skills content for family well-being. Students may complete the major with or without teacher certification
An interim occupational certificate is also available.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree in family and consumer sciences or a related field with a 3.0 GPA or higher (lower GPAs may be considered)
No GRE
Additional academic criteria: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (cumulative or last 60 semester units)
Programmes may set higher.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor-equivalent degree from a regionally accredited/recognised institution in good standing, programme prerequisites, Affidavit of Financial Support with bank statement, one programme per term

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale)
TOEFL PBT 550
PTE Academic 58
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Financial Support Statement
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Family and Consumer Sciences in M.S admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,405 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Northridge
Faculty or school	College of Health and Human Development
Department	Family and Consumer Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	33
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Family and Consumer Sciences in M.S. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
August 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.