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The child and youth studies program offers a non-licensure curriculum that equips students with comprehensive knowledge about child development and education during early and middle childhood. Participants select a specialization area, gaining skills to create and deliver programs for young children, adolescents, and families in community environments. Those pursuing teaching certification in early or middle childhood education through the MEd pathway should first complete this undergraduate degree before applying to the Master of Education program. Graduate admissions are competitive, so students should maintain close contact with their academic advisor and consult with the School of Teaching and Learning's graduate advising office to optimize their MEd application preparation.
Applicant must have successful completion of university preparatory courses, high school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA, Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community, Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement, Status as a first-generation university student, Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area and High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors. English proficiency level TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test, 550 or higher on the paper-based test and IELTS: 6.5 or higher