Overview

Students pursuing the B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies from South Dakota State University gain knowledge and experience in the science of human growth and development, human interaction, and family relationships.

Quick Facts:

This program draws from theory and research that examines the process of human development across the lifespan and the dynamic interaction of family members.
Graduates work in careers that promote healthy development and positive family functioning across the lifespan, such as: a Social Services Case Worker, Provider at Residential Treatment Center, Youth Organization Worker, Program Director for Youth, Family or Senior Citizen Center.

This Human Development and Family Studies course at South Dakota State University will be a good fit if you:

Work well with other people

Are interested in the complexity of human relationships

Want to make a difference in people's lives

Have strong communication skills

Are involved in your community

Career Opportunities

Prevention specialist

Social services case worker

Program director for youth, family or senior citizen center

Family and child advocate

Graduate school

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Early Experience

Human Development and Personality I: Childhood

Human Development II: Adolescence

Family Relations

Human Development III: Adulthood

Development of Human Sexuality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: SDSU accepts applications on a rolling admissions timeline.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Brookings, United States

Disciplines

Family & Consumer Science Developmental Psychology View 131 other Bachelors in Developmental Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.6

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

For admission to SDSU, we look for one of the following academic achievements:

An ACT composite score or ACT superscore of 18 or SAT Math and Reading/Writing subscore total of 970 or
Level 3 or higher on Math and English Language Arts Smarter Balance Assessment or
A high school cumulative GPA of 2.6 or higher or
A ranking in the top 60 percent of graduating class.

Students should also complete the following core courses with a “C” average or above:

4 years of English (or ACT English subscore of 18 or above).
3 years of advanced math—Algebra I and higher (or ACT math subscore of 20).
3 years of laboratory science (or ACT science reasoning subscore of 17).
3 years of social science (or ACT reading subscore of 17).
1 year of fine arts (or AP Fine Arts score of 3 or above) Includes vocal, instrumental and studio arts.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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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Tuition Fee

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International

11280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

11280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months.
In-State

7770 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 259 USD per credit during 48 months.

Minnesota Resident: $312.25 per credit.

Living costs for Brookings

1085 - 1888 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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