San Francisco,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Family and Consumer Sciences in San Francisco United States | San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
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San Francisco United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,168
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts in Family & Consumer Sciences equips students with advanced knowledge to examine personal, familial, and societal concerns through a multidisciplinary lens. Working closely with faculty advisors, learners craft customized study plans within specialized FCS concentrations. The curriculum explores contemporary developments across key areas like fashion design & retail, home furnishings, nutritional sciences, and family dynamics. This 30-credit program culminates with either a thesis or applied research project. Alumni have pursued rewarding careers in clothing manufacturing, social services, youth programs, academic institutions, and health nutrition fields. Additionally, the MA serves as excellent preparation for those considering PhD studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree and a 3.0 GPA with a major in Family & Consumer Sciences, or one of its specializations (apparel, child/family, interior design, nutrition/dietetics). Those without this degree must complete thirty units of prerequisite coursework in a family & consumer sciences program area approved by a program advisor and the FINA department chair.
Within these 30 units:
3 units must be from outside the student's graduate area of specialization
a maximum of 6 units may be counted for past professional experience in an area of specialization.
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL IBT-80, PBT-550, PTE- 59
Within these 30 units:
3 units must be from outside the student's graduate area of specialization
a maximum of 6 units may be counted for past professional experience in an area of specialization.
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL IBT-80, PBT-550, PTE- 59
Tuition
USD
15,168