Human Development and Family Science
Fairfax, Virginia, United States
This Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development and Family Science at George Mason University equips graduates with family-centered, strengths-based approaches to promote the health and well-being of individuals and families across diverse communities. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary understanding and practical skills to address complex family issues and social-structural factors influencing family functioning, such as poverty, immigration, family violence, and discrimination.
- Fairfax, Virginia, United States
- 4 years
- On Campus
- ₹30,94,522/Year
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Program Overview
This Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development and Family Science at George Mason University equips graduates with family-centered, strengths-based approaches to promote the health and well-being of individuals and families across diverse communities. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary understanding and practical skills to address complex family issues and social-structural factors influencing family functioning, such as poverty, immigration, family violence, and discrimination.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
IELTS
6.5
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Starting 2025-08-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Oct-25
Programme Structure
Courses include:Individual and Family Development (Mason Core)Family Financial Literacy and Resource ManagementIndividual and Family Services DeliveryAdvanced Family Processes (Mason Core)Family Law and Public Policy
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.0
English Language Requirements
IELTS
6.5
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must submit a completed online application with fee, official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions (with certified English translations if necessary), standardized test scores (SAT or ACT—optional for some applicants), a Secondary School Report, two counselor recommendations (preferably from a counselor and a teacher), and a personal statement or essay of approximately 250 words explaining their motivation for attending. A resume is recommended for applicants with enrollment gaps.
Course Fees
₹30,94,522/Year
Annual Fee
4 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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