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    Human Development and Family Sciences (MA)

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    Storrs, USMAIn-person2 years
    $41,424.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    14
    Cohort
    students
    34
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut is a 34-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Storrs, US. Tuition is $41,424.

    About the program

    The program offers study in areas such as Adulthood, Aging, and Gerontology; Child and Adolescent Development; Couples, Parents, and Family; Culture and Diversity; or Health, Wellbeing, and Prevention. It prepares students for Ph.D. pursuit or work in non-profit organizations, government, hospitals, and private corporations.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum overall scores of 79 (Internet-based test – iBT/ iBT Home Edition), 550 (Old Paper-based test – PBT) or 22/30 on each of the Listening, Reading, and Writing sections (“New” Paper-based test- PBT) or higher on the TOEFL test. (TOEFL Essentials is not accepted.)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min A minimum overall score of 6.5 or higher on the IELTS Academic Test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,747.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut is $41,424 across 34 required credits.
    Is Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut online or in-person?
    Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut is offered in-person.
    How long does Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut take to complete?
    Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut is structured around 2 years and 34 credits.
    What GPA is required for Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut?
    Per the program's published guidance: A cumulative GPA for their most recent degree of 3.0 or higher for the entire degree
    How large is the Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut cohort?
    Human Development and Family Sciences (MA) at University of Connecticut typically enrolls around 14 students per cohort.