The Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) major at Illinois State University equips students with the knowledge and skills to deliver educational, preventive, and intervention services that promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The program emphasizes practical application and prepares students for diverse careers in family life education, social services, child care, crisis intervention, and residential care, as well as graduate studies in related disciplines.

  • Normal, Illinois, United States
  • 4 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹21,42,198/Year

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Program Overview

The Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) major at Illinois State University equips students with the knowledge and skills to deliver educational, preventive, and intervention services that promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The program emphasizes practical application and prepares students for diverse careers in family life education, social services, child care, crisis intervention, and residential care, as well as graduate studies in related disciplines.

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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

TOEFL®

79.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-08-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2026-01-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

Apr-26

Programme Structure

Courses include:Human And Family DevelopmentResource Management for Individuals and FamiliesEnduring Issues For Couples And FamiliesParentingMulticultural Family StudiesProblem Solving and Research Methods in Family & Consumer Sciences

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
N/A

English Language Requirements

TOEFL®
79.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit unofficial academic transcripts from all attended institutions, including original language documents and certified English translations. Additional requirements include proof of English language proficiency, a valid passport, and a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA). All documents must be current and verifiable to ensure eligibility for admission.

Course Fees

₹21,42,198/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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