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    Child Development (M.S.)

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    East Lansing, USMSIn-person2 years
    $53,213.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits

    Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $53,213.

    About the program

    The program focuses on behavioral, psychological, biological, and contextual processes that promote positive developmental outcomes in infants and young children. Key contexts include family, early childhood educational settings, and culture.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The HDFS Department no longer requires Graduate Record Exam (GRE) test scores for applications for any applicants to the Ph.D. and Masters programs.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Score of 79 with no subscore below 17 (if taken before January 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Score of 6.5 or higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University is $53,213 across 30 required credits.
    Is Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A grade-point average of 3.00 or better during the last two full years of undergraduate study
    How competitive is Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University?
    Child Development (M.S.) at Michigan State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.