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Doctoral Degree

Explore our Ph.D. program with concentrations in: Child Development, Couple & Family Therapy, and Diversity, Youth & Family Development.

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Master's Degrees

Explore our on-campus master's degree programs in Child Development or Human Development & Family Studies.

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Online Programs

Explore our online master’s degrees and graduate certificate programs in Early Childhood and Family Policy, Family & Community Services and Youth Development.

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Ready to join us? Learn about your next steps to apply and begin your graduate study.

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Financial Information

Learn more about funding your graduate school including cost, available scholarships and funding.

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Resources

Learn more about resources that will support your graduate school experience.

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Teaching & Research Assistants

Each year the department sets aside a number of gradate teaching and research ssistantships for entering Ph.D. students. Learn about the available opportunities and how to apply.

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