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You want to make a difference in the lives of children and families by helping them break through limitations and rise above challenging circumstances. LSU's child and family studies bachelor's program merges psychological and sociological concepts with practical applications, equipping students for diverse human service careers throughout people's lives. Beyond classroom learning, students gain real-world experience through service-learning projects and two fieldwork placements, developing skills to positively impact individuals and families. The Child and Family Studies (CFS) program at LSU offers a dynamic fusion of theoretical knowledge, research insights, and practical training from various fields, combining liberal arts with professional preparation. This comprehensive major examines child growth and family relationships, with particular attention to parenting practices, romantic partnerships at different stages, social-emotional development, family interactions, factors affecting wellbeing, cultural diversity in family structures, and applying this knowledge in real-world settings.
Potential Career Paths
Early childhood educator
Family therapist
Community services worker
Child welfare specialist
International students who have never attended a post-secondary education institution will apply as a freshman (first-year student), and must have the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma with an academic average equivalent to a “B” (3.0 or better on the U.S. 4-point grading system). Entry requirements may vary from country by country.
Required Scores for Automatic Admission: TOEFL (paper-based exam) – 550, TOEFL (internet-based exam) – 79, IELTS - 6.5