Overview

HDFS prepares students for careers and graduate programs in fields such as education, public health, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, social work, health services, leadership and nonprofit management, counseling services, and more. The HDFS program offers two optional concentrations: Child and Family Health and Family Life Education.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Human Development and Family Studies program at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, students should be able to:

(Theories and Human Development) Demonstrate the ability to understand and apply theories about human development and family relations in the physical, intellectual, cultural, and socioemotional domains.

(Career/Ethical) Demonstrate both understanding and practical applications of professional behaviors that reflect knowledge about communication and relationship skills, work ethic, and ethical considerations needed to serve individuals, children, and families.

(Family Dynamics and Diversity) Assess individual and family experiences and dynamics are shaped by diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives, such as race, ethnicity, sexual identities, ability, socioeconomic status, immigrant status, and urban versus rural settings.

(Applied Learning — Verbal and Written Applications) Demonstrate the ability to develop resources and initiatives and deliver services using appropriate strategies and technologies to support the well-being of children, families, schools, and communities through presentations, research, and service learning.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Equity, Leadership, and You

Career and Professional Development

Human Development and Learning

Politics, Policymaking, and America's Schools

Cultural Diversity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science View 288 other Bachelors in Family & Consumer Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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100

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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

Letter of Recommendation: This letter should come from a teacher who taught you in a core academic area, like English, math, science, social science, or world language.

Official Transcript and School Report: Ask your school to send us your official transcript by secure electronic delivery as well as an official school report.

College and University Courses: If you’ve taken courses for credit at a college or university, you are required to report them on your application and include the specific courses and grades in the UNC supplement, but you don’t need to send official transcripts when applying.

SAT or ACT Scores: Because of disruptions related to COVID-19, the UNC System has approved a waiver of the SAT or ACT requirement for candidates who are applying for fall 2022 admission.

Tuition Fee

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International

43152 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43152 USD per year during 48 months.
National

43152 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43152 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7020 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7020 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Chapel Hill

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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Human Development and Family Studies.

Available Scholarships

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