Overview

Throughout the Children and Families BA programme from University of Michigan - Dearborn pon graduation, you’ll have a deep understanding of child development and the myriad social, economic, and cultural challenges families face in today’s complex world. But most importantly, you’ll have skills to help families improve their lives.

The broad curriculum offers courses in child development and psychology, family dynamics, the role of families in society and societal issues affecting families. You’ll also learn how to plan and implement a developmentally appropriate education programme for young children.

Career opportunities:

Your courses and experiences at UM-Dearborn will prepare you for a huge variety of opportunities to embrace your passion. Our graduates work as educators in Head Start and childcare centers, serve as teachers or administrators in programmes for young children, help power agencies that advocate for young people and families, develop policies in government agencies, and more. Some of our students pursue graduate studies in psychology, education, social work, and other areas.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Psychology of Child Development

Early Childhood Special Needs

Child Maltreatment and Trauma

Family/School/Community Collaboration

System of Care

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

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National and International September: April 1 (recommended)

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dearborn, United States

Disciplines

Childhood Studies View 176 other Bachelors in Childhood Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Cumulative high school grade point averages of 3.0 or above are guaranteed admission
Applicants with cumulative grade point averages below a 3.0 will be considered based on the quality of academic preparation: Number and types of college preparatory courses
Positive trend of grades
Submission of SAT or ACT scores are optional
Upon review of a submitted application, letters of recommendation or essays may be requested
Non-Native Speakers may have additional requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33768 USD / year

≈ 33768 USD / year
Out-of-State

33768 USD / year

≈ 33768 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

15840 USD / year

≈ 15840 USD / year

Living costs

Dearborn

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Dearborn

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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