Brookings,
SD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Human Development and Family Studies in Brookings United States | South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
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Brookings United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
11,284
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
A Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) equips students for professions focused on fostering healthy growth and family well-being. HDFS is a multidisciplinary academic discipline that integrates theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence to explore lifelong human development, family relationship dynamics, and societal influences. Learners acquire competencies to educate families and individuals while designing community initiatives that address practical problems.
This undergraduate HDFS program also serves as excellent preparation for advanced studies in fields like Developmental Psychology, Clinical Counseling, Family Therapy, Rehabilitation Sciences, Social Services, and Communication Disorders.
Professional Pathways
Community prevention coordinator
Case manager for social services
Administrator for youth, aging, or family programs
Child and family support specialist
Postgraduate education
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should have an above average academic record at least equivalent to a B average 2.60 out of 4.00 or be in the top 60 percent of their class with suitable academic preparation for the intended major.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
Tuition
USD
11,284