Overview

The Child and Family Studies undergraduate degree at Louisiana State University is an exciting integration of theory, research, and practice from multiple disciplines with a unique blend of liberal arts and professional education.

The major focuses broadly on:

child development and family dynamics,
couples in dating,
marital, and cohabiting relationships
social and psychological development
interactions between family members
influences on child and family well-being
cultural variation among families
practical application of knowledge about individuals and families

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Families & Individuals in Societal Contexts
Internal Dynamics of Families
Human Growth and Development across the Lifespan
Human Sexuality
Interpersonal Relationships
Family Resource Management
Parent Education and Guidance
Family Law and Public Policy
Professional Ethics & Practice
Family Life Education Methodology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science Childhood Studies View 148 other Bachelors in Childhood Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

International students who have never attended a post-secondary education institution will apply as a freshman (first-year student), and must have the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma with an academic average equivalent to a “B” (3.0 or better on the U.S. 4-point grading system)

Students must submit complete official records for the secondary level of education and are strongly encouraged to submit ACT or SAT scores. Students who have taken advanced-level exams, international baccalaureate higher-level exams, or other types of secondary education beyond the 12th year of schooling should submit the official certificates, transcripts, and course syllabi for possible advanced placement university credit.

Tuition Fee

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International

28631 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28631 USD per year during 48 months.
National

28631 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28631 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

11954 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11954 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Baton Rouge

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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