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Bachelor of Human Development and Family Science

North Canton, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science at Montana State University is a programme in individuals, Families and communities across the lifespan.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core theories and methods in Human Development and Family Science
Strengthen skills in foundational concepts
Research and professional practice related to Human Development and Family Science
And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

Family policy
Family intervention
Financial counseling
Marriage and family therapy
Counseling
Social work
Healthcare and family wellness
Faith-based organizations

Curriculum

Four-year
120-credit interdisciplinary degree. Human development and family science foundations
Hands-on learning in labs and teaching farms
Options in child development and family and consumer sciences teaching
And preparation for provisional Certified Family Life Educator status.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school completed in the home country; Minimum GPA 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for international first-year applicants (some majors selective); Students with prior college enrolment apply as transfers; SAT/ACT not required; English proficiency proof required.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completed in home country; Students with prior college enrolment apply as transfer

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 71
PTE Academic 48
Duolingo 100

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate
English proficiency evidence
Statement of purpose where requested
Financial support evidence

How to apply

Review the admission requirements for Bachelor of Human Development and Family Science. Prepare academic transcripts
Graduation evidence
Language results
required supporting documents. Complete the application to Kent State University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$24,298, $34,298 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$1,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Stark Campus
Faculty or school	College of Education and Human Services
Department	School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Kent State offers merit-based scholarships and other awards for eligible international students. Award criteria, Amounts, And deadlines vary by scholarship.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
200 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Oct 2027
322 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.