Kalamazoo,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Child Development and Services in Kalamazoo United States | Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University
|
Kalamazoo United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,942
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Western Michigan University's child development and services program equips students for careers supporting children and families across various care environments. The curriculum offers two specialization paths: child programming and administration (meeting Michigan's childcare director qualifications) or child life foundations (building essential skills for child life specialist roles).
Hands-on learning
WMU's child development majors undertake semester-long internships tailored to their specialization. These placements deepen practical knowledge, provide real-world experience, and expand professional connections while strengthening resumes.
Additional growth opportunities come through participation in student groups like the Child Life Student organization, offering networking and career development experiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Academic Preparation. Successful students are prepared students and we want to make sure youre ready for the rigors of college-level work. We recommend:
4 years of English
3-4 years of math (through second year algebra or pre-calculus)
3 years of natural sciences (two or more with a lab component)
2 years of the same foreign language
Transcripts from all secondary and postsecondary schools attended or are attending including diplomas examination results mark sheets and certificates Unofficial transcripts and other academic documents are acceptable for admission decision making Uploaded documents will show as received only AFTER an admissions counselor has completed the evaluation.
Copy of passport identification page.
Proof of English language proficiency -
Minimum English proficiency test scores for most programs.
Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL 71 iBT undergraduate.
TOEFL Essential 7 Undergraduate.
International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic 6.0 undergraduate.
Pearson Test of English Academic Module PTE 48 undergraduate.
International Baccalaureate, grade of 5 in English at the Higher Level.
General Certificate of Education - A grade of A B or C in English from one of the five British-based examining boards undergraduate.
Successful completion of ESL level 112.
4 years of English
3-4 years of math (through second year algebra or pre-calculus)
3 years of natural sciences (two or more with a lab component)
2 years of the same foreign language
Transcripts from all secondary and postsecondary schools attended or are attending including diplomas examination results mark sheets and certificates Unofficial transcripts and other academic documents are acceptable for admission decision making Uploaded documents will show as received only AFTER an admissions counselor has completed the evaluation.
Copy of passport identification page.
Proof of English language proficiency -
Minimum English proficiency test scores for most programs.
Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL 71 iBT undergraduate.
TOEFL Essential 7 Undergraduate.
International English Language Testing System IELTS Academic 6.0 undergraduate.
Pearson Test of English Academic Module PTE 48 undergraduate.
International Baccalaureate, grade of 5 in English at the Higher Level.
General Certificate of Education - A grade of A B or C in English from one of the five British-based examining boards undergraduate.
Successful completion of ESL level 112.
Tuition
USD
18,942