Overview

Students in the Human Development and Family Science BSc degree offered by The University of Vermont explore the ways people grow and develop, form relationships and families, and cope with the common events of life.

Our interdisciplinary perspective makes HDFS a distinctive major. You will take courses in the behavioral and social sciences, the humanities, physical and biological sciences, and multi-cultural education.

These liberal studies provide you with the vital knowledge and perspectives you need to fully appreciate the complex interaction of individual psychology and biology, social relationships, families, communities, societies and cultures.

Career opportunities

Human Services Professional

Residential Counselor for Treatment Programs

Family and Child Advocate

Higher Education

Graduate Study leading to careers in Counseling, Social Work, Education, Family Therapy, Family Law, Human Development, and Health Care

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Race and Racism in the U.S.

The Diversity of Human Experience

Anthropology

Sociology

Communication Skills

Written Expression

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science View 291 other Bachelors in Family & Consumer Science in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official secondary school transcript sent directly to Admissions by your high school

Official translation of transcripts if not already in English

First quarter grades or mid-year grades if available

One letter of recommendation is required

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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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Tuition Fee

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International

42724 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42724 USD per year during 48 months.
National

42724 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42724 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

16280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16280 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Burlington

1269 - 1888 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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