Overview

Human Development and Family Science - Community and Family Services programme from University of North Texas students study individuals and families in their own and other cultures while learning how a family, workplace, school, community, and the larger culture affect and are affected by the individual.

Key facts

This concentration is a great option for students who want to work with families and/or children but not necessarily in a classroom setting.

During your first semesters in the programme, you will learn about:

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Developmental and family theories used to guide research

Human development

Observation and assessment of human beings

Marketable Skills

Apply knowledge to practice

Apply practical tools for working effectively with others

Multicultural/diversity competencies

Teamwork

Oral and written communication

Career areas include:

University Student Services

Human Services Administrator

Camp or Recreation Supervisor

Childcare Center Director

Childcare Worker

Probation and Corrections Officer

Social and Community Service Managers

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Parenting

Professional Development in Human Development and Family Science

Infant and Child Development

The Impact of Culture on Individuals and Families

Interpersonal Relationships

Family, School and Community

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-04 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no specific deadline for the spring semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Denton, United States

Disciplines

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students with a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0 or higher are guaranteed admission to UNT. Students' GPAs will be standardized on a 4.0 GPA scale once transcripts are submitted.

UNT is test-score-optional, however, submitting test scores can help determine admission decisions, testing exemptions and scholarship opportunities.

An applicant's GED certificate of completion must reflect a minimum score of 165 on each of the four exams. Applicants with scores from 145-164 will be individually reviewed and required to submit additional documents, such as an essay and letters of recommendation.

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

24242 USD / year

≈ 24242 USD / year
Out-of-State

24242 USD / year

≈ 24242 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12092 USD / year

≈ 12092 USD / year

Living costs

Denton

United States

1036 - 1920 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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Human Development and Family Science - Community and Family Services.

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Programme Structure

Key information

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Credits

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Denton

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