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The Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) undergraduate program is designed for students passionate about enhancing child and family wellbeing. This major equips you for service-oriented careers across various sectors like education, healthcare, social services, nonprofit leadership, and mental health support. You'll develop comprehensive knowledge of child development across diverse populations within family, educational, and community settings, preparing you for impactful community engagement. An HDFS degree provides distinctive qualifications that position graduates as competitive applicants for advanced degree programs and professional certifications.
All students will be expected to have completed the pre-university curriculum (Secondary School/High School) in their country prior to enrolling at UNC-Chapel Hill. English Language Tests: TOEFL minimum is 100; IELTS minimum is 7.0; PTE minimum is 68.