Overview

Child Studies major from Santa Clara University is perfect for any student interested in working with diverse populations, identifying and solving problems, and learning how to become an advocate and a voice for those who lack one.

Many of our students go on to pursue graduate studies in fields such as:

Social work
Teaching
Counseling
Family law
Speech and language pathology
Occupational therapy
Nonprofit organizations
Government and public policy
And more!

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Cultural Competence & Humility

Leadership and Mindfulness

Technology and Education

Advocacy for Children

Children, Arts and Society

Antiracist Praxis in Childhood

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

175 alternative credits

quarter units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Santa Clara, United States

Disciplines

Childhood Studies View 175 other Bachelors in Childhood Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.7

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Common Application

Official high school transcripts (grade nine through the most recently completed term)

If your official high school transcript is not provided in English, please submit original and an English translation.

One Academic Teacher Evaluation (through Common Application)

Secondary School Report Form (through Common Application)

$70 non-refundable application fee

Proof of English Proficiency (please review our requirements)

SCU Financial Resource Statement

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

62760 USD / year

≈ 62760 USD / year
Out-of-State

62760 USD / year

≈ 62760 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

62760 USD / year

≈ 62760 USD / year

Living costs

Santa Clara

United States

1100 - 1600 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Many of our students go on to pursue graduate studies in fields such as:

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

Santa Clara

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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