Overview

Georgia Southern University’s Human Development and Family Science degree program takes a family-oriented approach to lifespan development.

Designed to provide a strong background in the social and behavioral sciences related to child development, family development and the administration of programs for children and families, the Human Development & Family Science major gives you the tools you need to make an immediate and profound difference in the lives of others.

A minor in Human Development & Family Science is also available if your major is in another discipline.

Human Development & Family Science majors can choose between four concentrations:

Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education Degree Concentration
Child Development Degree Concentration
Family Services Degree Concentration
Child Life Degree Concentration

Careers in Human Development & Family Science

With a major Human Development & Family Science , you can begin a career that will allow you to make an immediate and profound difference in others’ lives.

Child life specialist
Preschool teacher
Adoption and foster care agencies
Parent educator
Youth development specialist

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Professional Seminar in Human Development and Family Science
Birth to 5 Methods
Diversity in Human Development
Youth Development
Adult Development and Later Life
Parent Education and Guidance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Statesboro, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

2.5+ GPA
Either SAT or ACT test scores
Attention: Non-native English speakers require a Proof of English Proficiency.
Non-Native English Speakers must submit Proof of English Proficiency. They may submit SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL Test. Results must be submitted directly from the testing service.
Complete Admissions Application
Submit High School Transcripts. If your transcripts are not provided in English, you must submit a certified English translation of all documents.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

17016 USD / year

≈ 17016 USD / year
Out-of-State

16536 USD / year

≈ 16536 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4488 USD / year

≈ 4488 USD / year

Living costs

Statesboro

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Human Development & Family Science majors can choose between four concentrations:

Careers in Human Development & Family Science

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Statesboro

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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