Overview

Human Development in Context courses focus on theories of individual and family development; the local and global dynamics of learning; and cognition, social relations, and policy. This interdisciplinary program draws from current and actionable theory, research, and practice from areas as diverse as psychology, sociology, intercultural studies, gender studies, economics, and policy science.

Real-World Practical Experience

HDC students at Northwestern University acquire knowledge, skills, and flexible ways of thinking and working with people and understanding their development. All HDC students complete a one-quarter practicum internship for academic credit during their junior year, during which they practice the skills and knowledge introduced in the classroom. The program is offered year-round in Chicago and during the summer in San Francisco and Washington, D.C.

HDC students learn new concepts and skills, as well as critical and flexible ways of thinking and working with people across diverse contexts. This knowledge can be transferred to many different fields and professions. Frequently, students seek their first jobs in human resources, customer success management, curriculum development, research, teaching/education, social work, crisis intervention, outreach, and community education.

Recent HDC practicum sites have included the following:

826 Valencia
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Pediatric Development Center
Evanston Township High School
Erie Neighborhood House, Expanded Learning Programs for Children and Youth
Department of Homeland Security

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Culture and Cognition

Studies in Organizational Change

Team Dynamics

Learning and Thinking in Organizations

Identities, Intersections and Organizations

Design of Learning Environments
Social Contexts of Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00

More details

QuestBridge Applicant: September 26
Early Decision Applicant: November 1
Regular Decision Applicant: January 2
Transfer Applicant: March 15

Language

English

Credits

42 alternative credits

units of credit

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Evanston, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Developmental Psychology View 808 other Bachelors in Area & Cultural Studies in United States

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application or Coalition Application*
Official secondary school transcript and school report
Counselor recommendation
At least one teacher recommendation
SAT or ACT scores
While there is no minimum score required by Northwestern, competitive applicants demonstrate a high level of English proficiency and typically score in the high range on all sections of the exams we accept.

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

69375 USD / year

≈ 69375 USD / year
Out-of-State

69375 USD / year

≈ 69375 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69375 USD / year

≈ 69375 USD / year

Living costs

Evanston

United States

1100 - 1500 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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