Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Youth Development in Chicago United States | University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,008
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Education in Youth Development equips you to shape environments, initiatives, and institutions in urban settings that help young people grow socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.
The program's coursework trains professionals focused on youth to comprehend the varied environments where young people grow and thrive. Alumni recognize and prioritize collaboration with community and educational partners to enhance youth potential.
Youth Development graduates find careers in diverse settings including:
Local community organizations
Nonprofit institutions
Educational institutions and districts
Public sector agencies
Social welfare organizations
Religious-affiliated programs
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
In addition to the Graduate College minimum requirements, applicants must meet the following program requirements: Baccalaureate Field No restrictions. Previous course work in psychology preferred. Grade Point Average At least 2.75/4.00 for the final 60 semester (90 quarter) hours of undergraduate study and a 3.00/4.00 grade point average for all postbaccalaureate or graduate course work combined.
Minimum English Competency Test Score: TOEFL 80, with sub scores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21 (iBT Test); 60, with sub scores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Writing 21 (revised Paper-Delivered Test), OR, IELTS 6.5, with sub scores of 6.0 for all four sub scores, OR, PTE-Academic 54, with sub scores of Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
Tuition
USD
21,008